Used Ribbon Blenders for Sale
Ribbon blenders are horizontal mixing machines designed to blend powders, granules, flakes, and other dry bulk solids using inner and outer helical ribbons mounted on a central shaft. This ribbon agitation pattern moves material in opposing directions to create a consistent, efficient blend across the trough. Used ribbon blenders are widely used in food processing, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, plastics, and other industrial applications where uniform dry mixing is required. Aaron Equipment offers used ribbon blenders for sale in a range of sizes, materials of construction, and discharge configurations to support varied processing requirements.
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10715050IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe, Model RB-10 Ribbon Blender. New.
NEW & IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe, Model RB-10 Ribbon Blender. In -Stock .10 Cubic Foot working capacity. 11 Cubic Foot total volume. Type 304 stainless steel polished. Food grade. All stainless steel construction. Trough dimensions: Approximately 22.1" wide x 38.6" long x 25" deep. Internal double spiral ribbon. Packing glands and pillow block bearings. 7.5 hp SEW Euro drive hollow bore design. 230/460 volt, 1775 rpm, 3/60 with approximately output 66 rpm. Top cover with hold down clamps and limit switch. Center Loading cover with welded safety grate, 11.8" wide x 19.7" long. Approximate 3.2" wide x 9.9" flush air operated plug valve. Discharge housing is approximate 15.4" wide x 19.3" long. Approximately 35.5" discharge height. Approximate weight 1,320 pounds. Approximate overall dimensions: 36.4" wide x 76.4" long x 81.4" high. Controls are available upon request.
MFR: Paul O Abbe
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10715060IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-100 Ribbon Blender. New.
NEW & IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-100 Ribbon Blender. In -Stock .100 Cubic Foot working capacity. 108 Cubic Foot total volume. Type 304 stainless steel polished. Food grade. All stainless steel construction. Trough dimensions: Approximately 44.9" wide x 93.8" long x 49.3" deep. Internal double spiral ribbon. Packing glands and pillow block bearings. 30 hp SEW Euro drive hollow bore design. 230/460 volt, 1775 rpm, 3/60 with approximately output 31 rpm. Top cover with hold down clamps and limit switch. Center Loading cover with welded safety grate, 30" wide x 50" long. Approximate 4.7" wide x 14.2" flush air operated plug valve. Discharge housing is approximate 18.5" wide x 24" long. Approximately 8" discharge height. Approximate weight 7,260 pounds. Approximate overall dimensions: 63.3" wide x 146.4" long x 80.8" high. Controls are available upon request.
MFR: Paul O Abbe
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11585120Used JH Day Double Ribbon Blender – Approx. 100 Cubic Foot Stainless Steel
Used- JH Day approximately 100 cubic foot stainless steel double ribbon blender. 40" wide X 120" long X 48" deep. 8" center bottom discharge. Stainless steel covers. Driven by a 20hp 3/60 230/460volt 1760 rpm motor with Stober drive reducer 32.1:1 ratio.
MFR: J H Day
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54342002Used Littleford 100 Cu Ft Ribbon Blender – Sanitary Stainless Steel Mixer
Used Littleford Double Ribbon Blender, Model B100. Total vessel capacity 127 cubic feet, working capacity 100 cubic feet. 304 Stainless steel Sanitary Construction. Density 30-36 LB/Cubic foot. Approximately 120" long x 40" wide x 50" deep trough. hinged covers with safety grate. 4" diameter center bottom discharge with sliding disc valve. Driven by a 40hp, 3/60/460 volt, 1770rpm motor through reducer, 48.8 to 1 ratio. Mounted on carbon steel frame.
MFR: Littleford
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10131012Used AMK Twin Ribbon Slanting Mixer/Kneader, type VISD 3000
Used- AMK Twin Ribbon Slanting Mixer/Kneader, type VISD 3000. Material of construction is 316 (V4A) stainless steel on product contact parts. Total capacity 105.9 Cu ft/793 gallon (3000 liter), working capacity 98.88/740 gallon (2800 liter). 2 mixing blades inclined at 45. Frame mounted. Used in a pigment paste application. Overall dimensions: 11 4" (3500 mm) long x 88" (2700 mm) width x 12 3" (3780 mm) heigh. Weight 6.7 tonnes. Our freight specialists can assist you with door to door transportation and all customs documents needed to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
MFR: AMK
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10131013Used Type VISD 3000 AMK Twin Ribbon Slanting Mixer/Kneader.
Used Type VISD 3000 AMK Twin Ribbon Slanting Mixer/Kneader. Material of construction is 316 (V4A) stainless steel on product contact parts. Total capacity 105.9 cu ft/793 gallon (3000 liter), working capacity 98.88 cu ft/740 gallon (2800 liter). 2 mixing blades inclined at 45. Frame mounted. Used in a pigment paste application. Overall dimensions: 11 4" (3500 mm) long x 88" (2700 mm) width x 12 3" (3780 mm) height. Weight 6.7 tonnes. Our freight specialists can assist you with door to door transportation and all customs documents needed to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
MFR: AMK
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10131014AMK Used Twin Ribbon Slanting Mixer/Kneader, type VISD 3000
AMK Used Twin Ribbon Slanting Mixer/Kneader, type VISD 3000. Material of construction is 316 (V4A) stainless steel on product contact parts. Total capacity 793 gallon (3000 liter), working capacity 740 gallon (2800 liter). 2 mixing blades inclined at 45. Frame mounted. Used in a pigment paste application. Overall dimensions: 11 4" (3500 mm) long x 88" (2700 mm) width x 12 3" (3780 mm) heigh. Weight 6.7 tonnes. Our freight specialists can assist you with door to door transportation and all customs documents needed to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
MFR: AMK
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10715039IN STOCK AND NEW- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-135 Ribbon Blender.
NEW & IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-135 Ribbon Blender. In -Stock .135 Cubic Foot working capacity. 146 Cubic Foot total volume. Type 304 stainless steel polished. Food grade. All stainless steel construction. Trough dimensions: Approximately 49.6" wide x 105.5" long x 53.6" deep. Internal double spiral ribbon. Packing glands and pillow block bearings. 40 hp SEW Euro drive hollow bore design. 230/460 volt, 1775 rpm, 3/60 with approximately output 33 rpm. Top cover with hold down clamps and limit switch. Center Loading cover with welded safety grate, 30" wide x 50" long. Approximate 4.7" wide x 19.7" flush air operated plug valve. Discharge housing is approximate 20.5" wide x 28.4" long. Approximately 8" discharge height. Approximate weight 7,920 pounds. Approximate overall dimensions: 64.8" wide x 158.3" long x 84.7" high. Controls are available upon request.
MFR: Paul O Abbe
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51258019J.H. Day 135 Cu Ft Ribbon Blender, Stainless Steel, (2) Bag Dump Stations, XP Motor
Used J.H. Day Stainless Steel Double Spiral Ribbon Blender, Approximate 135 Cuft. With top cover and (2) bag dump stations. 30 HP XP motor & reducer, center bottom outlet with valve. Serial# 85051.
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54445002Used 140 Cu Ft Dual Shaft Ribbon Blender – Stainless Steel Industrial Mixer
Used Dual Shaft Ribbon Blender, Approximately 140 cuft / 1100 Gallon capacity. Stainless steel. Dimple Jacket. Bottom Discharge: (2) 10" ports, one for each screw, Trough dimensions: Length: 119 inches Height: 46 inches Width: 47 inches. Height off ground: 12 inches Bottom discharge. (2) 575 Volt, 15 HP motors. (Motors will be switched out to (2) Used US voltage Motors;
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10715043IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe, Model RB-15 Ribbon Blender.New.
NEW & IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe, Model RB-15 Ribbon Blender. In -Stock .15 Cubic Foot working capacity. 18 Cubic Foot total volume. Type 304 stainless steel polished. Food grade. All stainless steel construction. Trough dimensions: Approximately 24.4" wide x 48.9" long x 28.8" deep. Internal double spiral ribbon. Packing glands and pillow block bearings. 10 hp SEW Euro drive hollow bore design. 230/460 volt, 1775 rpm, 3/60 with approximately output 60 rpm. Top cover with hold down clamps and limit switch. Center Loading cover with welded safety grate, 11.8" wide x 19.7" long. Approximate 4.7" wide x 14.2" flush air operated plug valve. Discharge housing is approximate 18.5" wide x 24" long. Approximately 35.5" discharge height. Approximate weight 1,870 pounds. Approximate overall dimensions: 41.1" wide x 86.6" long x 86.6" high. Controls are available upon request.
MFR: Paul O Abbe
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10715040IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-165 Ribbon Blender. New.
NEW & IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-165 Ribbon Blender. In -Stock .165 Cubic Foot working capacity. 180 Cubic Foot total volume. Type 304 stainless steel polished. Food grade. All stainless steel construction. Trough dimensions: Approximately 53.6" wide x 110.3" long x 58.3" deep. Internal double spiral ribbon. Packing glands and pillow block bearings. 50 hp SEW Euro drive hollow bore design. 230/460 volt, 1775 rpm, 3/60 with approximately output 28 rpm. Top cover with hold down clamps and limit switch. Center Loading cover with welded safety grate, 30" wide x 50" long. Approximate 4.7" wide x 19.7" flush air operated plug valve. Discharge housing is approximate 20.5" wide x 28.4" long. Approximately 4" discharge height. Approximate weight 10,164 pounds. Approximate overall dimensions: 74" wide x 167" long x 85.5" high. Controls are available upon request.
MFR: Paul O Abbe
Ribbon Blender Applications & Typical Use Cases
Used ribbon blenders are commonly selected for batch mixing applications involving free-flowing powders and bulk solids. Typical uses include dry ingredient blending, spice and seasoning preparation, powdered chemical mixing, resin and additive blending, fertilizer mixing, and nutraceutical formulation. In some configurations, ribbon blenders are also used for light slurry or paste mixing, depending on material characteristics, agitation design, and cleanability requirements.
When to Choose a Ribbon Blender
Ribbon blenders are often the right choice when a process requires efficient batch blending of dry materials with a relatively uniform particle size distribution. They are commonly preferred over more aggressive mixers when gentle, consistent mixing is needed without excessive shear. Operations that handle powders, granules, or light solids in repeatable batch sizes frequently use ribbon blenders because they offer straightforward operation, flexible capacity options, and reliable mixing performance for general-purpose industrial blending.
Used Ribbon Blender Buying Considerations
When evaluating a used ribbon blender, consider:
Working capacity: Match batch size requirements to usable trough volume, not just total vessel size.
Material of construction: Confirm carbon steel or stainless steel suitability based on sanitation, corrosion resistance, and product compatibility.
Ribbon and shaft condition: Inspect for wear, buildup, repairs, or uneven ribbon clearance that could affect blend quality.
Discharge design: Review valve type, outlet size, and discharge efficiency for your downstream process.
Drive and controls: Evaluate motor size, gearbox condition, and control configuration for your mixing cycle and plant integration requirements.
Why Buy Used Ribbon Blenders
Buying a used ribbon blender can reduce upfront capital costs while giving processors access to proven mixing equipment that is available much faster than new machinery. Used units may also provide a practical solution for plant expansions, replacement projects, pilot production, or secondary process lines. For many operations, purchasing a used ribbon blender helps balance performance, availability, and budget.
Sell Your Used Ribbon Blenders
Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used ribbon blenders from a wide range of manufacturers, sizes, and configurations. If you are upgrading blending systems, closing a facility, or selling idle equipment, our team can help with buyouts and consignment opportunities.
A ribbon blender is a horizontal batch mixer that uses double helical ribbons to move material in opposing directions and create a uniform blend. It is commonly used for mixing powders, granules, and other dry bulk solids in industrial processing environments where consistency and repeatability are important.
Ribbon blenders are used for blending dry ingredients, powders, granules, flakes, and similar bulk materials. Common applications include food ingredient mixing, chemical powder blending, nutraceutical formulation, fertilizer preparation, and plastics compounding where even material distribution is required.
Ribbon blenders are typically used for gentle, efficient batch blending of dry solids, while other mixers may be better suited for high-shear mixing, liquid incorporation, or more intensive material working. Ribbon blenders are often chosen when uniform mixing is needed without excessive particle degradation or overly aggressive agitation.
The cost of a used ribbon blender depends on factors such as manufacturer, capacity, material of construction, sanitary design, agitation configuration, and overall condition. Larger stainless steel units or specialized sanitary models typically command higher prices than smaller general-purpose machines.
Yes. Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used ribbon blenders across a range of sizes and configurations. If you have a ribbon blender available for sale, submit your equipment details for review and evaluation.