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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54687023Used 60 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Jacketed Ribbon Mixer
Used 60 cubic foot total capacity stainless steel ribbon mixer with hinged lids and jackets on the long sides of the mixing trough. Jacket is not rated. Mixer interior measures approximately 36" wide x 90" long x 24" straight side. Center bottom discharge is equipped with a 6" flanged outlet. Ends include (2) 3" tri-clamp nozzles. Top features two hinged lid sections with one 13" x 13" rectangular hinged access door, one 8" pipe stub, one 6" tri-clamp connection and (2) 2" tri-clamp connections. Mixer is driven by a two-speed 20/10 hp motor rated at 1,760/880 rpm with gear reducer and requires 460 VAC, 3-phase electrical service. Possible applications include batch mixing and blending of compatible powders, granules, dry ingredients, food products, chemicals, nutraceutical ingredients, plastics and other free-flowing bulk materials.
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54687060Used 60 cu.ft. stainless steel lined double ribbon blender. The outer stainless steel ribbon measures 36" diameter with a 28" diameter stainless steel inner ribbon. The shaft has a 6" diameter. The i...
Used-60 cu.ft. stainless steel lined double ribbon blender. The outer stainless steel ribbon measures 36" diameter with a 28" diameter stainless steel inner ribbon. The shaft has a 6" diameter. The interior of the vessel is 36" wide x 96" long with a 22" straight side height and 18" trough. The vessel has a 54" long x 43" wide lid with a .5 hp motor to open and close lid. The bottom has a 13" x 13" center discharge. A 15 hp tagged for hazardous locations motor drives mixer. Overall dimensions are 132" long x 43" wide x 70" tall. Requires 220/440 vac 3 phase electrical supply. Good Condition
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53202001S. Howes Horizontal Mixall Double Ribbon Blender, Model M-368
Used- S. Howes Horizontal Mixall Double Ribbon Blender, Model M-368. 63.6 cubic feet capacity. 2862 lbs capacity. Carbon steel construction. Reverse spiral double ribbon design. Internal finish is a bead blast finish. End-bottom outlet. 40 cubic ft or 2,000 lbs of a 50 lb/ft3 product recommended batch size. 36" D x 8' L. Driven by a 15 HP, 3/60/230-460V, 37 RPM motor. Previously used for testing.
MFR: S Howes
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10715035IN STOCK & NEW- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-65 Ribbon Blender.
NEW & IN STOCK- Paul O. Abbe Model RB-65 Ribbon Blender. In -Stock .65 Cubic Foot working capacity. 72 Cubic Foot total volume. Type 304 stainless steel polished. Food grade. All stainless steel construction. Trough dimensions: Approximately 39.4" wide x 78.8" long x 44.1" 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 36 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 23" discharge height. Approximate weight 5,060 pounds. Approximate overall dimensions: 60.6" wide x 131.4" long x 90.3" high. Controls are available upon request.
MFR: Paul O Abbe
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54687185Used Carbon steel double ribbon blender has 50 cu. ft. of working capacity. Unit has a closed top and a 12" w x 17" l end discharge. Driven by a gear-reduced 15 hp, 1160/31 rpm motor that requires 22...
Used-Carbon steel double ribbon blender has 50 cu. ft. of working capacity. Unit has a closed top and a 12" w x 17" l end discharge. Driven by a gear-reduced 15 hp, 1160/31 rpm motor that requires 220/440 vac, 3 ph electricity. Outer ribbon diameter is 36” with a 4” diameter shaft. Mixing chamber is 38.5” w x 90” l x 40” h for a total volume of 72 cu. ft.
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54547001Used Rietz RS-28-K5408 Dual Shaft Double Ribbon Blender – 60 Cu. Ft. Working Capacity – 304 Stainless Steel
Used- Rietz Manufacturing Co. Dual Shaft Double Ribbon Blender, Model RS-28-K5408. Approximate 60 cu. ft. working capacity, 75 cu. ft. total capacity, and can process approximately 4,000 to 5,000 pounds per batch, depending on product bulk density. Engineered for high-capacity, heavy-duty batch mixing in demanding industrial processing environments. Constructed with 304 stainless steel product contact surfaces, this blender is designed to provide rapid, efficient, and highly uniform mixing of dry powders, granules, bulk solids, and products requiring liquid addition. (2) 28" counter-rotating dual ribbon agitators that utilize a counter-flow ribbon design to move material both axially and radially, producing fast, thorough, and homogeneous blending while minimizing product degradation. The heavy-duty dual shaft design, utilizing chain or gear-driven independently driven ribbon assemblies, provides reliable performance and excellent product turnover for consistent batch-to-batch results. Designed to handle both dry materials and products requiring liquid addition, the mixer is equally well suited for blending powders, granules, slurries, and other process materials. Product discharge is accomplished through dual air-operated (pneumatic) bottom end discharge doors, allowing rapid, controlled, and virtually complete batch evacuation while minimizing residual product. The unit is mounted on a heavy-duty four-leg stainless steel frame and is equipped with safety grates, protective guarding, and hinged covers to enhance operator safety and simplify loading and inspection. Its sanitary stainless steel construction makes it well suited for food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, chemical, agricultural, mineral, plastics, and other industrial processing applications requiring durability, corrosion resistance, and ease of cleaning. The mixing chamber measures approximately 72" long 56" wide 36" deep and operates at an output speed of approximately 30-35 RPM.
MFR: Rietz
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47147039Used 80 Cu. Ft. Stainless Steel Double Ribbon Blender – 20 HP with Tilt Discharge
Used 80 Cubic Foot Stainless Steel Double Ribbon Blender With 20 HP Motor And Tilt Discharge. Industrial horizontal ribbon blender designed for batch mixing, blending and homogenizing of compatible dry powders, granules and bulk solid materials. Features a stainless steel mixing chamber measuring approximately 119" long x 42" wide x 48" deep, with an 80 cubic foot capacity. Equipped with a double ribbon agitator designed to circulate materials throughout the mixing chamber for uniform blending and product distribution. Includes covers for the mixing chamber and a tilt discharge arrangement for unloading processed materials. Driven by a 20 HP motor and mounted on a structural support base. Possible applications include dry powder blending, ingredient mixing, batch homogenization and processing of compatible flour, sugar, starch, salt, powdered food ingredients, spices, seasonings, nutritional supplements, chemical powders, detergents, mineral powders, plastic additives and other suitable dry bulk materials.
MFR: Unknown
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.