Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 2025-04-11 Origin: Site
Imagine pouring xanthan gum into a tank and watching it float endlessly, forming stubborn lumps no matter how long you mix. You're losing time, wasting material, and still not getting the silky, stable texture your formulation demands.
Sound familiar? If you've worked with tricky powders like gums or starches, you know the struggle is real.
Dispersing powders into liquids is a critical step in numerous manufacturing processes—from cosmetics and food to pharmaceuticals and chemicals. The goal is to create a uniform, lump-free blend that meets product performance and appearance requirements. However, poor dispersion can lead to defects like floating powders, fisheyes, or agglomerates, significantly affecting product quality and production time.
At IMMAY, we specialize in industrial mixing solutions that solve powder dispersion challenges efficiently and at scale.
Successfully dispersing powders into liquids isn't always as simple as pouring and stirring. Especially with high-viscosity or water-binding powders, the process can be fraught with issues:
Powder Floating: Some powders tend to stay on the liquid surface, resisting wetting and leading to longer batch cycles.
Fisheyes: These are lumps of partially wetted powder that remain dry at the center, creating inconsistent texture.
Agglomeration: Clumps form as fine powder particles stick together, making uniform mixing impossible without high shear input.
Air Entrainment: Vortexing during in-tank mixing introduces unwanted air bubbles that must later be removed.
These problems are particularly common with thickening agents, gums, starches, and proteins widely used in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical products.
To meet these challenges, industrial mixing manufacturers continue to explore and adopt a variety of innovative dispersion technologies. The following are several common and effective dispersion methods that help solve the problem of powder being difficult to disperse evenly in liquids, ensuring the efficiency of the production process and the stability of product quality.
1. In-Tank Mixing
Suitable for easily soluble powders
Limited performance with cohesive or hydrophilic powders
May require long mixing times and multiple passes
2. Vacuum Mixing Systems
Ideal for lightweight powders that float or aerate easily
Powder is pulled into the liquid under vacuum, minimizing air and reducing batch time
Common in cosmetics, especially for serums, lotions, and creams
3. High Shear Inline Mixing
Delivers intense shear energy to break down powder clumps rapidly
Works well with xanthan gum, cellulose gums, and carbomers
Enables continuous processing and precise control over dispersion quality
At IMMAY, we provide vacuum emulsifying systems and inline high shear dispersion mixers tailored to your powder handling needs.
IMMAY’s powder dispersion equipment is engineered to handle even the most difficult-to-disperse ingredients efficiently:
Vacuum Emulsifying Mixers
Integrated high shear mixing, heating, and vacuum functions
Prevents fisheyes and ensures uniform hydration of powders
Widely used for skincare, foundation creams, hair care gels, and pharmaceutical ointments
Inline High Shear Mixers
Rotor-stator design shears particles at high velocity
Enables one-pass dispersion of thickening agents and stabilizers
Minimizes air entrapment, improving product stability
Stainless Steel Mixing Tanks with Customized Agitation
Designed for pre-mixing or hydration steps
Can be integrated with powder feeding hoppers
Used in production of food thickeners, jam bases, and protein beverages
Efficient Dispersion: Achieves smooth blends with our high speed liquid-powder mixer
Easy to Clean: Sanitary stainless steel with CIP-ready design
Customizable Design: Tailored mixing solutions to match your process
Built for Every Scale: Our mixing equipment is engineered to perform reliably, whether in laboratory experiments or high-volume industrial production.
IMMAY’s powder dispersion solutions are trusted across various industries:
Industry | Applications |
Cosmetics | Lotions, creams, facial masks, serums, cream foundation |
Food | Sauces, flavor emulsions, dressings, nutritional drinks |
Pharmaceuticals | Gels, suspensions, coating solutions, ophthalmic lubricants |
Chemical | Toothpaste, Detergents, lubricants, pesticides, paint suspensions |
Whether you’re mixing hydrocolloids or starches, our mixing equipment ensures consistently smooth, stable, and scalable results.
Q: Can IMMAY mixers handle both low and high viscosity liquids?
Yes, our mixing systems are adjustable for various viscosities and powder types.
Q: What types of powders are most difficult to disperse?
Hydrocolloids, gums, and protein-based powders are common challenges, all easily handled by IMMAY equipment.
Q: Do you support customization?
Yes, we offer fully customizable solutions tailored to your unique production requirements. Our engineering team works closely with you to design the ideal configuration—ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance in your manufacturing process.
Powder dispersion doesn’t have to be complicated. With the right equipment and technical support, you can achieve perfect dispersion every time—free from lumps, floating powders, or air bubbles.
IMMAY is your trusted partner for cosmetic, food, and pharmaceutical mixing solutions. Contact us today to find the right dispersion system for your production line.