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Agimix offers robust and efficient solutions in industrial agitators for sugarcane ethanol, essential for optimizing the processes of alcoholic fermentation, juice treatment and milk of lime preparation. Our equipment guarantees ideal homogenization of must and juice, preventing the formation of dead zones and ensuring superior fermentation performance. With 15 years of experience in the market, Agimix is a specialist in providing agitation and mixing equipment for the industry in general.
The application of a suitable lateral agitator or vertical agitator is crucial to keep the yeast in suspension, control the temperature and evenly distribute the nutrients, factors that directly impact the plant's productivity. Our solutions are designed to meet the rigorous demands of the sugar-energy sector, promoting energy efficiency and reducing losses in the process.
We use cutting-edge technology in the design of our impelidores, such as hydrofoil-type propellers and turbine blades, which provide high flow and low shear, ideal for stirring fermented must and sugarcane juice. Agimix guarantees high performance, durability and low maintenance equipment, contributing significantly to the optimization of the ethanol production process.
Our agitators guarantee the complete homogenization of the must and juice, eliminating dead zones and promoting ideal contact between yeast and substrate, resulting in greater ethanol yield.
Efficient agitation allows superior thermal control and uniform distribution of nutrients, essential for the stability and predictability of alcoholic fermentation.
By optimizing the fermentation and preparation of inputs such as milk of lime, our equipment contributes to reducing process time, minimizing losses and, consequently, reducing operational costs.
Manufactured with high-resistance materials and designed for the harsh conditions of plants, Agimix agitators offer long useful life and low maintenance requirements, ensuring continuous operation.
We develop specific projects for each need, from agitating fermentation vats to preparing milk of lime, using impelidores and configurations of side agitators or verticals that adapt perfectly to your process, guaranteeing maximum performance.
| Tank Capacity | Up to 5,000 m³ (5,000,000 liters) for fermentation vats |
| Engine Power | Variable from 2.2 kW to 75 kW (3 HP to 100 HP), depending on application |
| Impeller Rotation | Range from 20 to 300 RPM, with speed reducers |
| Building Materials | Carbon steel, AISI 304/316L stainless steel, with coating options |
| Impeller Type | Hydrofoil propellers, turbine blades, anchored blades, axial flow blades |
| Shaft Seal | Packing, single or double mechanical seal |
| Drive | Three-phase electric motor, with frequency inverter options |
| Assembly | Side, vertical with or without pedestal, tank bottom |
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Direct answers to the most common questions about this equipment and its application.
The main function of an agitator in ethanol production is to ensure the homogenization of the must and sugarcane juice, keeping the yeast in suspension, distributing nutrients and controlling the temperature. This optimizes alcoholic fermentation and prevents the formation of dead zones that harm yield.
For ethanol fermentation vats, lateral agitators and vertical agitators are the most suitable, depending on the volume and geometry of the tank. They are designed to promote axial flow and low shear, ideal for yeast culture.
Agitation directly impacts the yield of alcoholic fermentation by ensuring temperature uniformity, substrate concentration and dissolved oxygen, essential for the metabolic activity of yeasts. Good agitation prevents sedimentation and the formation of gradients, maximizing the conversion of sugars into ethanol.
It is not recommended to use the same agitator for wort and for preparing milk of lime due to different fluid characteristics and agitation requirements. Preparing milk of lime requires a robust agitator to suspend solids and prevent sedimentation, while wort requires gentler agitation to avoid damaging the yeast. It is ideal to have specific equipment for each stage to optimize the process and avoid cross-contamination.
An agitator with hydrofoil-type impeller offers high pumping efficiency with low energy consumption and low shear. This is crucial for ethanol fermentation as it promotes homogenization without damaging yeast cells, resulting in greater cell viability and better fermentative yield.
To avoid dead zones in fermentation tanks, an adequate design of the agitation system is essential, considering the volume and geometry of the tank, in addition to the viscosity of the fluid. The installation of lateral agitators or vertical with multiple impellers or strategic positioning can guarantee the complete circulation of the must, eliminating areas of stagnation.
Yes, Agimix offers solutions for stirring sugarcane juice in several stages, including treatment and conditioning before fermentation. Our agitators ensure the homogenization of additives and temperature control, preparing the juice for a more efficient and stable fermentation process.
Preventive maintenance on ethanol plant agitators is of paramount importance to ensure continuous operation and process efficiency. It prevents unexpected failures, extends the useful life of the equipment and ensures that agitation is always optimized, avoiding production stops and yield losses.
Ensure maximum efficiency and profitability in your ethanol production with Agimix solutions.
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