Used Paul O. Abbe Model RB-35 35 Cubic Foot 304 Stainless Steel Food Grade Ribbon Blender

Manufacturer Information

Manufacturer: Paul O. Abbe Model: RB-35 Equipment Type: Horizontal Double Spiral Ribbon Blender Condition: Used Previous Application: Corn Meal Blending

Paul O. Abbe is an established manufacturer of industrial mixing, blending, milling, and processing equipment serving food, chemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty manufacturing industries.

Paul O. Abbe ribbon blenders are designed for batch mixing of compatible dry powders, granular ingredients, and other bulk solids. Their horizontal trough and ribbon agitator configuration promote material circulation for uniform blending.

This Paul O. Abbe Model RB-35 features a 35 cubic foot working capacity, 39 cubic foot total volume, polished Type 304 stainless steel product-contact surfaces, a double spiral ribbon agitator, and a 20 HP drive.

Description

Available for sale is a used Paul O. Abbe Model RB-35 stainless steel horizontal ribbon blender, designed for batch blending of dry food powders, granular products, and other compatible free-flowing materials.

The blender has a 35 cubic foot working capacity and 39 cubic foot total volume, making it suitable for medium-size industrial batch mixing operations.

The unit features all stainless steel construction with polished Type 304 stainless steel product-contact surfaces and a food-grade design. It was last used for blending corn meal, making it a potential option for facilities processing similar dry food ingredients.

The mixing trough measures approximately 33.4" wide x 59.1" long x 37.4" deep and contains an internal double spiral ribbon agitator. This mixing configuration is designed to move material both inward and outward through the trough, promoting consistent distribution of ingredients throughout the batch.

The agitator is supported by packing glands and pillow block bearings.

The blender is driven by a 20 HP motor, rated 230/460V, 3-phase, 60 Hz, with a listed motor speed of 1,777 RPM. The drive incorporates a 41.87:1 gear reducer, providing an approximately 42 RPM agitator speed.

The top cover includes hold-down clamps and a limit switch. A center loading cover incorporates a welded safety grate measuring approximately 19.7" wide x 31.5" long.

For material discharge, the blender is equipped with an approximately 4.7" wide x 14.2" flush-mounted, air-operated plug valve.

The discharge housing measures approximately 18.5" wide x 24" long, with an approximately 24" discharge height for connection to compatible containers, conveyors, or downstream processing equipment.

Overall dimensions are approximately 56" wide x 108" long x 90" tall, with an estimated weight of 2,860 lbs.

This Paul O. Abbe ribbon blender could be suitable for food ingredient manufacturing, powder blending, dry chemical mixing, and other applications requiring a stainless steel batch mixer.

Specifications

Actual batch weight depends on product bulk density and operating requirements. Pneumatic utility requirements, internal surface finish measurements, control panel details, and current mechanical condition should be verified before purchase.

Typical Applications

• Dry food ingredient blending

• Corn meal mixing

• Flour and grain powder blending

• Bakery ingredient preparation

• Dry seasoning production

• Powdered food formulation

• Granular ingredient blending

• Dry chemical mixing

• Powder additive incorporation

• Bulk solids homogenization

• Industrial batch blending

• Dry premix manufacturing

Products This Ribbon Blender Could Be Used For

• Corn meal

• Flour

• Dry bakery mixes

• Pancake and waffle mixes

• Dry seasoning blends

• Spice mixtures

• Powdered sugar

• Starch powders

• Dry cereal ingredients

• Powdered food additives

• Compatible granular food ingredients

• Other suitable dry powders and free-flowing bulk solids

Material suitability depends on particle size, bulk density, moisture content, flow characteristics, required blend uniformity, and sanitation requirements. Food processing use should include appropriate cleaning, inspection, and verification of the equipment's condition.

FAQs:

• What is the working capacity of this Paul O. Abbe ribbon blender?
  The blender has a stated working capacity of 35 cubic feet.
• What is the total volume?
  The total stated volume is 39 cubic feet.
• What material are the product contact surfaces?
  The product contact surfaces are polished Type 304 stainless steel.
• Is this ribbon blender food grade?
  Yes. The unit is described as food grade.
• What type of ribbon agitator does it use?
  The blender is equipped with an internal double spiral ribbon.
• What size motor is installed?
  The unit is driven by a 25 hp SEW Eurodrive hollow bore drive.
• What is the approximate ribbon speed?
  The stated output speed is approximately 42 rpm.
• What are the electrical requirements?
  The drive is rated 230/460V, 3-phase, 60 Hz.
• What type of discharge valve is installed?
  The blender is equipped with an approximately 4.7"W x 14.2" flush air-operated plug valve.
• Does the blender include a safety grate?
  Yes. The center loading cover includes a welded safety grate measuring approximately 19.7"W x 31.5"L.
• What product was this blender last used on?
  The unit was last used on corn meal.
• What are the overall dimensions?
  Overall dimensions are approximately 52.7"W x 107.5"L x 84.3"H.
• What does the blender weigh?
  Approximate weight is 2,860 lbs.
• Can Aaron Equipment help with shipping?
  Yes. Aaron Equipment can assist with coordinating freight and shipping options for industrial blending equipment based on machine dimensions, weight, location, and destination.
• How can Aaron Equipment help with this Paul O. Abbe ribbon blender?
  Aaron Equipment can provide available equipment information, assist with reviewing the listed specifications, help coordinate logistics, and support buyers evaluating the blender for their processing application.