Food & Drink Process & Packaging Issue 20 2018 | Page 29

11186 PPMA Directory_273x90 POWDERS GRANULES 3/8/11 PASTES BATCH 11:41 am Page 1 CONTINUOUS The optimum solution for Mixing from Boone and we took a mixer on trial. We tested it on every type of mix we make because it mixes in a different way from the ‘lift and throw’ type we had previously”. He went on “We found the Boone mixer to be very quiet and stable in operation compared to the older types.” Mixing times are around 3-4 minutes depending on recipe. The HHBM features four mixing blades forming a double interrupted spiral that create a criss-cross material flow and the low-speed motor results in rapid, efficient mixing. The ‘short and tall’ mixer shape combined with the omega shaped shell ensures all the mix is entrained by the blades. The ability to clean the mixers thoroughly between batches is very important, and JR Boone HHBM mixers excel here. The patented mixer arms minimise adherence of the mix, and the rotating trough discharge provides a complete discharge of the mix. As Paul Riley observes: “The Boone mixers are easy to clean, easy to wash down. Once they have been washed they look like a new machine”. The control panel HMI features a simple interface using a hygienic, easily operated colour touch screen and holds all the recipe data, including mix times and order of addition. The system has the capability of being integrated within a factory wide control system although presently the recipe data is stored on a memory card and downloaded as required for the seasons production. The results have clearly been to Memory Lane’s liking, with six JR Boone HHBM mixers already installed and a seventh on order. As Paul Riley put it: “Robust, designed well and easy to work on”. JR Boone T: +44(0)1260 272894 www.jrboone.com John R Boone Versatile Mixing Machines, the Complete Range from 2 to 25,000 litres Helical Blade (ribbon): Sugar Paste to Herbs Delta Blade (plough): Cookie Mix to Flavours Rotary Drum: Tea to Muesli Paddle Blade: Viscous Pastes Coaters: Herbs, Spices, Flavourings Batch machines or Continuous Complete mixing plant design to commissioning Test mixers available for production development Production scale machines for short or long term hire Get more from your existing plant Existing Mixers and Systems can be refurbished and upgraded Contact our applications engineer for an assessment T: +44 (0)1260 272894 www.jrboone.com e: [email protected] J.R.BOONE Ltd., 18 Silk Street, Congleton, Cheshire, CW12 4DH, England MIXING SOLUTIONS WORLDWIDE E: [email protected] FDPP - www.fdpp.co.uk 29