Blending

After taking this e-Lesson, you will be able to:

• Explain the purpose of a blending operation
• Name two commonly used blender types
• Describe the structure of a ribbon blender
• List the key parameters that must be controlled in a blending operation
• Describe the precautions that should be taken when unloading and transporting blends
• List typical PPE worn when working with blenders
• Describe the safety precautions required when operating an cleaning a V-blender

Keywords: Cleaning, Control Parameters, Load Size, Mixing, Non-Uniform Blend, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Ribbon Blender, Rotational Speed, Uniform Blend, Unloading, V-Blender