Patent ID: 6036355
Filing Date: 2000-03-14
Classification: B01F,D21C

Abstract:
A continuous dynamic mixing assembly, comprising:a generally horizontally extending mixing chamber having an inner wall which is generally symmetrical about a central axis;at least one first fluid inlet for introducing first fluid material into said mixing chamber;at least one second fluid inlet constructed and arranged for introducing second, gaseous fluid material into said mixing chamber;at least one outlet for discharging a mixture of said first fluid material and said second fluid material from the mixing chamber;first baffles extending along the inner wall generally parallel to said axis for disrupting generally circumferential fluid flow in said mixing chamber;second baffles extending from the inner wall generally transverse to said axis for disrupting generally axial fluid flow; anda rotatable agitator comprising a cylindrical central portion extending in said mixing chamber along said axis and at least one blade that extends from said central portion, the central portion being impervious to fluid flow;wherein a relative construction and arrangement among said first baffles, said second baffles and said agitator enable residence time of fluid in said reactor to be selectively adjusted.