Used IKA Works 2,000 Liter Vacuum Mixing Vessel

Manufacturer Info:

• Manufacturer: IKA Works

• Model: SPP2000

• Capacity: 2,000 Liters (528 Gallons)

• Condition: Used

• Control System: PLC controlled

• Agitation & Mixing:

  • 5 HP Anchor mixer

  • 60 HP DBI Mixer & Pump

• Vacuum System: 5.5 kW liquid ring vacuum pump

• Utilities:

  • Steam heating

  • Conditioned water cooling

  • 12-ton chiller

• Automation:

  • Automated valve assembly

  • Electric cover lift

Description:

This used IKA SPP2000 vacuum mixing vessel offers 2,000 liters (528 gallons) of processing capacity with high-performance mixing, vacuum, heating, and cooling capabilities, making it ideal for high-viscosity product manufacturing in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, and chemical industries.

Equipped with a 5 HP anchor mixer for low-speed scraping and 60 HP DBI mixer & pump for high-shear dispersion, the unit supports thorough and uniform product processing. The system is PLC controlled for precision and repeatability.

Additional features include a 5.5 kW liquid ring vacuum pump, automated valve controls, steam heating, conditioned water cooling, electric cover lift, and an integrated 12-ton chiller, ensuring full environmental control during sensitive processing.

Specifications:

• Capacity: 2,000 Liters (528 Gallons)

• Model: SPP2000

• Anchor Mixer Motor: 5 HP

• High-Shear Mixer & Pump: 60 HP DBI

• Vacuum System: 5.5 kW liquid ring vacuum pump

• Heating: Steam heating

• Cooling: Conditioned water cooling

• Chiller: 12-ton capacity

• Automation:

  • PLC control system

  • Automated valve assembly

  • Electric lid lifting mechanism

• Construction: Sanitary-grade stainless steel (assumed based on application)

• Condition: Used

Applications:

• Creams, gels, and lotions (cosmetic)

• Ointments and emulsions (pharmaceutical)

• Food and nutraceutical pastes or syrups

• Chemical suspensions, dispersions, or slurries

• High-viscosity product mixing

• Vacuum deaeration for foam-sensitive products

• Homogenization and emulsification

• Controlled-temperature blending

• R&D and pilot-scale scale-up

• Batch production with process control

What might this be used for?:

This advanced mixing vessel is ideal for high-performance, vacuum-assisted mixing in industries that demand precise control, powerful shear, and integrated thermal management. With full automation and dual mixing capability, it’s suited for emulsions, pastes, suspensions, or temperature-sensitive compounds in pharma, cosmetics, food, and chemical processing.