www.dispersetech.com https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/latest
With the sunset of Morehouse Cowles, DisperseTech now offers compatible impeller blades for legacy mixers. Customers can find replacements for Cowles Hi-Shear, Poly-Peller, Hi-Vane, and Pick impellers—engineered for the same performance, quality, and material options trusted for decades.]]> Sat, 11 Oct 2025 14:54:15 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/morehouse-cowles-compatible-impeller-blades.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/morehouse-cowles-compatible-impeller-blades.html 0
In the dynamic world of mixing processes, the efficiency of your equipment can make or break your operations. Enter dispersion blades, the unsung heroes of industrial mixing. These specialized tools are designed to enhance mixing efficiency, ensuring that even the most challenging materials achieve uniform consistency. While dispersion blades can be used in many mixing processes, their real utility lies in dispersion and emulsification. These processes rely on high shear to break agglomerates and or emulsify non miscible liquids. To achieve these shear rates, dispersion blades are run at speeds significantly higher than those of other mixers. Whether you’re working with viscous pastes, powders, or liquids, understanding how to unleash the full power of dispersion blades can revolutionize your production process. This comprehensive guide dives deep into the mechanics of dispersion blades, exploring their designs, applications, and best practices for optimal performance. With insights that cater to both novices and seasoned professionals, you'll discover how to elevate your mixing techniques and drive productivity like never before. Ready to maximize your mixing efficiency? Let’s get started!]]> Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/unleashing-the-power-of-dispersion-blades-a-comprehensive-guide-to-enhanced-mixing-efficiency.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/unleashing-the-power-of-dispersion-blades-a-comprehensive-guide-to-enhanced-mixing-efficiency.html 0
The following tables show standard dimensions for keys and their grooves.]]> Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:40:26 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/keyway-chart.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/keyway-chart.html 0
Motor Direction]]> Fri, 21 Jul 2023 10:27:28 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/motor-direction.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/motor-direction.html 0
Clearance hole chart for inch bolts and screws according to ASME B18.2.8]]> Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:18:21 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/clearance-hole-chart.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/clearance-hole-chart.html 0
One of the earliest forms of comparison. The pigment/binder ratio is the weight ratio of the sum of the pigments (pigments and fillers) to the binder solids.]]> Sat, 11 Dec 2021 14:03:25 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pigmentbinder-ratio.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pigmentbinder-ratio.html 0
Visit the DisperseTech booth #201 at the Eastern Coatings Show November 17-19, 2021.]]> Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:56:34 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/eastern-coatings-show.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/eastern-coatings-show.html 0
Our new Website is up and running. A new server, updated database, and programming extensions allow us to offer significantly faster performance and better reliability.]]> Thu, 07 Nov 2019 11:27:25 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersetech-unveils-our-new-website.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersetech-unveils-our-new-website.html 0
To produce the best quality dispersion in the least amount of time, an investment casting dispersion blade must be a durable high-shear blade.]]> Sun, 07 Nov 2021 10:41:56 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/investment-casting-high-shear-dispersers.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/investment-casting-high-shear-dispersers.html 0
Tanks are available in all shapes and sizes and fabricated out of a wide variety of materials. We offer small tanks for laboratory use through large storage tanks. Tank Designer calculates the volume of vertical and horizontal tanks allowing for different head types including dished, coned, and sloped bottom tanks.]]> Sat, 17 Oct 2020 10:33:30 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/tank-designer.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/tank-designer.html 0
Sheet Metal Thickness is reported in gage.  Our Gauge Chart provides both fractional and decimal thickness of sheet as well as weight per sq ft.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 17:43:26 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/sheet-metal-gage-chart.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/sheet-metal-gage-chart.html 0
Screen mesh indicates openings/inch, wire diameter differences between Market Grade and U.S. Standard Mesh results in changes in opening size and open area.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 17:40:31 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/screen-mesh-market-gradeus-standard-comparison-chart.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/screen-mesh-market-gradeus-standard-comparison-chart.html 0
Viscosity Conversion table comparing some of the typical viscosity scales used in Paint and Coatings including: Poise, Stokes, Ford Cup, Zahn Cup, and Krebs]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 17:36:48 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/viscosity-conversion.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/viscosity-conversion.html 0
In 1967, the NFPA Technical Committee on Electrical Equipment in Chemical Atmospheres established recommended practices, entitled "NFPA 496 - Purged and Pressurized Enclosures for Electrical Equipment." Since then, the NFPA has expanded its document by adding recommendations for enclosure ventilation and dilution.]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2020 17:32:06 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/purged-cabinets-and-enclosure-protection-systems.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/purged-cabinets-and-enclosure-protection-systems.html 0
Today’s modern chemical facilities often contain both flammable gases and ignitable dust, which pose explosion risks. To prevent explosions from happening in harsh environments whereby flammable gases or combustible dusts are present directives and guidelines are put in place to protect both the public, workforce, and environment.]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2020 17:28:52 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/defining-hazardous-areas.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/defining-hazardous-areas.html 0
The need to place general-purpose equipment in hazardous (classified) locations is not new, yet in the last three decades, the need has grown dramatically.]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2020 17:25:40 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/equipment-in-hazardous-classified-locations.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/equipment-in-hazardous-classified-locations.html 0
In commercial and industrial applications, voltages can be in excess of 1000kV.  Most equipment supplied by DisperseTech will operate at one of several common voltages 208, 240, 480, and 600 volts.  ]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2020 17:21:40 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/electrical-service-types-and-voltages.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/electrical-service-types-and-voltages.html 0
Common Terms used in the paint and coatings industry.]]> Thu, 12 Jul 2012 17:07:14 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/paint-and-coatings-glossary.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/paint-and-coatings-glossary.html 0
Paint consists of four basic components: Resin Pigment Solvent Additives The performance of a coating is influenced by the selection of these components and the relationship between them. Several rations play an important function in the overall performance of a coating.]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2020 17:03:20 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/paint-formulation.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/paint-formulation.html 0
The point where there is just sufficient binder present within a paint to cover each extender particle with a thin layer and fill all voids between particles.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 16:59:37 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/critical-pigment-volume-concentration.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/critical-pigment-volume-concentration.html 0
One of the earliest forms of comparison. The pigment/binder ratio is the weight ratio of the sum of the pigments (pigments and fillers) to the binder solids.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 16:55:00 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pigment-binder-ratio.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pigment-binder-ratio.html 0
The ratio of the volume of pigment to the volume of total nonvolatile material present in a coating. The figure is usually expressed as a percentage.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 16:49:54 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pigment-volume-concentration.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pigment-volume-concentration.html 0
Density, boiling point, evaporation rate, and flash point of common solvents ]]> Sat, 19 Jul 2014 16:46:01 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/properties-of-common-solvents.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/properties-of-common-solvents.html 0
The Theoretical Spread Rate or coverage of a coating is a function of the coating's solids content. This value is useful in comparing coatings systems. In actual applications, there are losses. The practical spreading rate accounts for these losses. Losses result from application technique, losses to wind and environment, application equipment, and type of the substrate to be coated and substrate surface profile.]]> Mon, 19 Dec 2016 16:42:44 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/spread-rate.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/spread-rate.html 0
The grind gauge is an instrument that indicates the fineness of grind or the presence of coarse particles and agglomeration in a dispersion. It is commonly used to determine how finely ground the particles of pigment are dispersed in a sample of paint.]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2012 16:39:47 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/fineness-of-grind.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/fineness-of-grind.html 0
In the Malcomizing heat treating process the passive oxide surface film of the stainless steel is broken down to permit nitrogen diffusion into the steel, at relatively low temperatures. This increases the Hardness to around 64-68 Rockwell C.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 11:43:02 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/malcomizing.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/malcomizing.html 0
Blade Style, diameter, the material of construction, wear treatments need to be considered when ordering a dispersion baldes.  ]]> Sun, 18 Oct 2020 11:39:11 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/specifying-disperser-blades.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/specifying-disperser-blades.html 0
The blade diameter should be roughly 1/3rd the diameter of the vessel...]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 11:33:31 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersion-blade-diameter.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersion-blade-diameter.html 0
The "Rules of Thumb" present a very good starting point, for specifying disperser.]]> Fri, 26 Sep 2014 11:31:05 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersion-rules-of-thumb.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersion-rules-of-thumb.html 0
Mix Scale is used to quantify the mixing intensity needed for a given process as well as provide a frame of reference for mixing scale-up.]]> Mon, 19 Oct 2020 11:21:55 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/mixscale-scale-of-agitation.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/mixscale-scale-of-agitation.html 0
Most dispersion blades are formed from a circular disk of material, typically 304 stainless steel. Teeth are formed around the perimeter of the disk by cutting slits into the disk and bending the resulting tabs.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 11:13:53 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersion-blade-designs.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dispersion-blade-designs.html 0
Due to the high tip speed of the dispersion blade, dispersion blades are subject to wear. Depending on formulations this wear can be severe. DisperseTech offers several wear treatments.]]> Tue, 29 Sep 2015 11:02:59 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-blade-wear-treatments.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-blade-wear-treatments.html 0
Beyond impeller bore configurations, with the Conn styles as well as other louvered or vented styles open area in the center of the impeller must also be considered. Typically, reinforcing discs, taper plates, sandwich the blade to stiffen the disperser disc. Due to the louver placement on the conn blade, the size of these disks, and with small sizes - the diameter of the mounting hub must be considered.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 10:56:30 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/louvered-blade-mounting-consideration.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/louvered-blade-mounting-consideration.html 0
Of all the "Rules of Thumb" the issues resulting from this pose the most severe issues. While not difficult to calculate, Blade Horsepower does not correlate well to a simple Volume to power relation. Most disperser manufacturers rely on a modification of the agitator horsepower relationship.]]> Wed, 18 Sep 2013 10:49:28 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-horsepower-formula.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-horsepower-formula.html 0
Blade Speed (tip speed), measures how far a point on the outer most edge of the disperser blade travels in a given amount of time]]> Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:44:05 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/tip-speed-definition-and-formula.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/tip-speed-definition-and-formula.html 0
The design of a dispersion system begins by defining the batch size and product characteristics. From there we can begin to determine blade size, types, and number which will then allow us to define shaft rpm and horsepower requirements.]]> Sat, 06 Nov 2021 10:36:24 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-configuration.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-configuration.html 0
Cleaning Process tanks used in the manufacture of high viscosity products and products that are not dissolved by the cleaning solution is a huge challenge facing manufacturing. Washing your tanks is not a simple feat. In many plants, this duty falls to the least experienced operators and involves; rags, scrapers, solvents, and TIME.]]> Tue, 07 Feb 2017 00:00:00 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/tank-cleaning-equipment-choices.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/tank-cleaning-equipment-choices.html 0
Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps are a common meany of supply material to Net Weight Fillers.  Proper plumbing is important to insure consistent fills.  ]]> Sat, 17 Oct 2020 09:27:34 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/net-weight-filler-product-supply-aodd.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/net-weight-filler-product-supply-aodd.html 0
Ideal-Pak Request for Quotation is designed to gather pertinent information for your filling project to allow us to make the best possible recommendations.  Provide details of your filling requirements including; product characteristics, containers details, fill speeds, and accuracies so we can provide a solution to meet your needs.  ]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/filling-equipment-request-for-quoation.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/filling-equipment-request-for-quoation.html 0
To transfer torque from the shaft to the blade, manufacturers use a number of configurations. The two most common are bore and keyway and bore and pinholes.]]> Thu, 18 Sep 2014 18:40:12 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-blade-mounting.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/disperser-blade-mounting.html 0
PACK EXPO Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging EXPO are co-located shows at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Your badge allows you to move freely from one show to the other among the South, Central and North halls.]]> Fri, 06 Aug 2021 09:58:13 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pack-expo-las-vegas-sept-27-29.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/pack-expo-las-vegas-sept-27-29.html 0
UNDERSTANDING NET WEIGHT FILLER CONFIGURATION AND PERFORMANCE - Nozzles, Products Supply, Product Delivery, conveying Options and more.]]> Fri, 27 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/understanding-net-weight-filler-configuration-and-performance.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/understanding-net-weight-filler-configuration-and-performance.html 0
Rapid changes in temperature of the heat transfer media can thermally shock the equipment. Typically, thermal shock is defined as changing the cooling or heating media at the jacket inlet more than 25 F per minute.]]> Wed, 04 Mar 2015 19:16:00 -0500 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/jacketed-tanks-and-thermal-shock.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/jacketed-tanks-and-thermal-shock.html 0
Review of the function and operation of planetary-centrifugal mixers. Published July 2010, Adhesives and Sealants Industry Magazine.]]> Sun, 20 Sep 2020 14:58:00 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dual-axis-centrifugal-mixer-a-better-mix.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/dual-axis-centrifugal-mixer-a-better-mix.html 0
Inverters offer many benefits over traditional mechanical drives with fewer moving parts, larger speed ranges, broader horsepower range, and reduced maintenance.  But they do have limitations the largest of which is their torque characteristics.  sss]]> Fri, 02 Apr 2021 12:48:33 -0400 https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/inverter-drive-considerations.html https://www.dispersetech.com/blog/post/inverter-drive-considerations.html 0