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IBC Tumble Blender for In-Bin Blending of Bulk Solids
Blend Directly Inside the IBC
The ISL IBC Blending Machine is a Tumble Blender designed for In-Bin Blending of Bulk Solids.
Instead of transferring material into a separate blending vessel, the IBC is placed directly into the blender using a forklift and secured for the blending cycle.
Once the IBC is positioned and the safety sequence is completed, the blender operates at the preset speed and timer.
The result is a dedicated blending system built around the IBC as the process vessel.
1000 L IBC Blender
Approx. 2865 kg · Preset speed & timer
2000 L IBC Blender
Approx. 4735 kg · Preset speed & timer
What Is an IBC Tumble Blender?
Turn Your IBC Into the Blending Vessel
An IBC Tumble Blender is designed to blend bulk solids directly within an IBC.
The IBC is loaded into the blender, secured in position and then subjected to a controlled tumbling operation according to the preset machine settings.
This approach keeps the material within the IBC during the blending operation instead of requiring a separate blending vessel.
Load
The IBC is positioned inside the blender using a forklift.
Secure
The gate is locked and the safety key is removed from its operating position.
Enable
The safety key is placed into the blender's control panel to enable operation.
Blend
The blender operates at its preset speed and timer.
Why Blend Inside the IBC?
One Vessel From Material Handling to Blending
When an IBC is already being used for bulk material handling, using the same vessel for blending can provide a more integrated process arrangement.
In-Bin Blending
Blend bulk solids directly inside the IBC.
Reduced Vessel Transfers
The blending operation takes place within the IBC rather than requiring the material to be transferred into a separate blender.
Integrated Material Handling
The IBC remains central to the storage, handling and blending workflow.
Batch-Based Processing
The IBC can remain associated with the material batch throughout the handling and blending process.
Flexible Material Handling
Forklift loading allows the IBC to be positioned directly into the blending machine.
The Blending Process
From IBC Loading to Completed Blend
Position the IBC
The operator places the IBC into the blender using a forklift.
Secure the Gate
Once the IBC is in position, the operator locks the blender gate.
Remove the Safety Key
The safety key is removed from its designated position.
Enable the Control Panel
The safety key is placed into the blender's control panel.
Start the Blender
With the safety sequence completed, the blender is ready to operate.
Run the Preset Cycle
The blender operates at the preset speed and timer.
Complete the Blend
Once the preset blending cycle is completed, the IBC can be removed from the blender.
This operating sequence is based directly on the procedure described in the supplied datasheet.
Designed for Bulk Solids
Built Around IBC-Based Material Handling
The IBC Blending Machine is specified for bulk solids and is intended for industries including:
- Food
- Pharma
- Chemical
- Other bulk solids applications
The datasheet does not specify particular powder or product types, so the suitability of the blender should be evaluated against the characteristics of the material and required blending process.
Built for In-Bin Blending
Keep the IBC at the Centre of the Process
The IBC Tumble Blender provides a dedicated machine around the IBC rather than requiring the material to be emptied into a separate blending vessel.
A typical workflow can be structured as:
The IBC can then continue to the next stage of material handling according to the wider production process.
Designed for Practical IBC Handling
Forklift Loading & Secure Operation
The blender is designed around a straightforward loading procedure.
The operator uses a forklift to place the IBC into the blender. Once positioned, the gate is locked and the safety key is transferred to the control panel before operation.
This creates a defined sequence between:
Controlled Blending Cycle
Preset Speed. Preset Timer.
Once the IBC is secured and the safety sequence has been completed, the blender operates according to its preset operating parameters.
The supplied datasheet specifies:
The exact speed and blending time are not specified in the supplied datasheet and should therefore be determined according to the application.
Construction & Materials
Built With Stainless Steel Contact Surfaces
The IBC Blending Machine uses stainless steel for the specified material-contact parts.
This provides construction options for different process environments and material-handling requirements.
Utility Requirements
Electrical & Instrument Air Requirements
The IBC Blending Machine requires both electrical power and instrument air.
These requirements should be considered when planning the blender installation and facility connection.
Available Blender Sizes
Designed Around Different IBC Capacities
The supplied datasheet provides dimensional information for two IBC Blender configurations.
1000 L
Download 1000 L IBC Blender DatasheetDimensions
A: 3590 mm- B: 2450 mm
- C: 2685 mm
- D: 2700 mm
The dimensions are subject to change, and the datasheet states that other sizes of In-Bin Blenders are available on request.
Technical Specifications
IBC Blender at a Glance
Dimensions are based on the supplied general drawing and are subject to change.
General Arrangement
Engineered Around the IBC
The supplied general drawing shows the blender structure surrounding the IBC, with the IBC positioned centrally within the machine.
The drawing provides the dimensional envelope for the 1000 L and 2000 L configurations, including the overall A, B, C and D dimensions listed in the datasheet.
Other In-Bin Blender sizes are available on request.
IBC Blender + ISL IBC System
Extend the IBC Beyond Storage & Transport
The IBC Blending Machine works as part of an IBC-based bulk solids handling process. A broader workflow can include:
The blender provides the dedicated stage for In-Bin Blending, while the IBC continues to function as the material vessel throughout the process.
This allows the blending operation to fit within a larger IBC handling architecture.
Applications
Where In-Bin Blending Fits Into Your Process
The IBC Blending Machine is designed for In-Bin Blending of bulk solids and is specified for:
Food Processing
For bulk solid applications where blending is required within the IBC.
Pharmaceutical Processing
For applications requiring an IBC-based blending arrangement.
Chemical Processing
For bulk solid chemical applications requiring in-bin blending.
Other Bulk Solid Processes
The machine can be considered for other applications where blending bulk solids directly inside the IBC is appropriate.
Why Use an IBC Tumble Blender?
Make Blending Part of the IBC Workflow
An IBC-based blending approach can be considered when the process already relies on IBCs for bulk material handling.
Blend in the Existing Vessel
The IBC itself becomes the vessel used during the blending cycle.
Forklift-Based Loading
The IBC is loaded into the blender using a forklift.
Defined Operating Sequence
Gate locking and safety-key placement form part of the machine operating procedure.
Preset Operation
The blender operates according to its configured speed and timer.
Multiple Size Options
The supplied datasheet includes 1000 L and 2000 L configurations, with other sizes available on request.
Designed Around Your Process
Standard Machine. Application-Specific Configuration.
ISL provides IBC Tumble Blenders in defined configurations while allowing the system to be considered around the application.
The supplied datasheet specifically states that:
This allows the blender configuration to be discussed according to the required IBC capacity, material and process.
Frequently Asked Questions
An IBC Tumble Blender is a machine designed to blend bulk solids directly inside an IBC.
The supplied datasheet identifies the primary application as In-Bin Blending of Bulk Solids.
The operator places the IBC into the blender using a forklift.
After the IBC is positioned, the operator locks the gate, removes the safety key and places the key into the blender's control panel. The blender is then ready to operate.
The blender operates at a preset speed and timer. The specific operating speed and timer values are application-dependent and are not specified in the supplied datasheet.
The datasheet lists Food, Pharma, Chemical & Others.
The datasheet specifies bulk solids but does not provide a more specific material list. Material suitability should therefore be evaluated based on the individual application.
The contact parts are specified as stainless steel 304 or 316/316L. Non-contact parts can be mild steel or stainless steel 304 or 316L.
The blender requires dry, oil-free instrument air at 6 bar. The electrical supply is 415 V / 3 Phase / 50 Hz, with 24 VDC control voltage.
The supplied dimensional drawing provides configurations for 1000 L and 2000 L IBCs. The datasheet also states that other In-Bin Blender sizes are available on request.
Other In-Bin Blender sizes are available on request, according to the datasheet.
The purpose of the machine is specifically In-Bin Blending, meaning the IBC is placed directly into the blender for the blending operation.
The datasheet does not explicitly describe the complete downstream workflow after blending. However, the machine is specifically designed for In-Bin Blending, with the IBC serving as the vessel during the blending cycle.
The supplied datasheet establishes the blender as an In-Bin Blending machine. Integration with the wider IBC handling process should be evaluated according to the customer's material flow and system requirements.
The datasheet states that dimensions are subject to change.
Bring Blending Into Your IBC Workflow
If your process already relies on IBCs for bulk solid handling, the ISL IBC Tumble Blender provides a dedicated machine for blending directly inside the IBC.
Tell us your IBC capacity, material and blending requirements.
Download IBC Blender Datasheet