Oden Process Equipment Group:
MASS/BLEND®
CONTINUOUS STREAM DIGITAL BLENDING SYSTEMS
The appeal and merit of the Mass/Blend continuous stream blending system, as distinct from a
batching system, is clear. The ability to eliminate large liquid product batch preparation and
holding tanks leads allows for small system volume, more product compounding flexibility,
faster product species turn around, smaller and shorter practical run capabilities and a
substantially lower capital asset commitment. Continuous stream blending also yields superior
product quality, and eliminates the "wall" between liquid products processing and liquid
products packaging, as well as greatly reduce waste, cleanup time and effluent volumes.
MASS/BLEND MACHINE PHOTOS
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Mass/Blend System for Beverage Products
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BASIC CONCEPTS
How It Works - A Brief Look
Each liquid stream is individually dosed to a common location at a net flow rate greater than
the maximum take-away rate.
A dose is "on-off" or digital. It is produced by a servo--PD pump--mass meter "module".
Each stream is dosed to a correct mass proportion.
Each stream starts and stops simultaneously.
The system can be started or stopped at each dose interval -- typically every 5 seconds.
The system is inherently accurate, stable, self monitoring, self correcting.
The system automatically adapts to changes in take away flow rates without re-calibration or
stream flow adjustment.
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
PC/PLC Controls
Mass Meter Based
No PID Loops
No Start/Stop Problems or Penalties
Exceptionally Low System Volume
Up to 0.15 to 0.25% Accuracy Dependent upon Dose Size and Product
TYPE OF PRODUCT
No Filler Starvation or Startup Problems
Pre-Engineered Dosing "Modules"
0 to 250 GPM Continuous Stream Capability
"Cycle by Cycle" Tuning and Monitor
Operate with All Types of Liquids - Low Viscosity to High
No Forced Changes in Present Batch Formula Streams
All Blended Product Can Be Utilized
Proven Technology Components
HOW CAN DIGITAL BLENDING BLUR THE LINE BETWEEN PROCESSING AND PACKAGING?
Reduced consumption of plant floor space
Real time batching -- no aging effects
Faster changeover
Maximum flexibility for "future FOG"
Greater product consistency and reproduceability
Inherent 100:1 scaleability of the batch process
Make only what you need -- no waste
Shorter runs become practical
Tighter bundle to consumer demand
Inherent and fast CIP
Reduced component waste
Reduced effluent volumes
WANT TO KNOW MORE?
Call for a technical "White Paper" which explores these technical methods in depth. Download
the GEN3 MASS/BLEND brochure.
PRODUCT TESTING AND PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE
The Filling Accuracy Capability Statements appearing on this website describe general machine
capabilities and are not guarantees. Oden will guarantee machine performance in writing, upon
the positive conclusion of testing done with your products and containers.
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