When it comes to industrial food, cosmetic, chemical, or pharmaceutical production, consistency and temperature control are critical. An oil jacketed mixing tank provides exactly that. Designed with a double-walled construction, these tanks use thermal oil in the outer jacket to deliver uniform heating, safe operation, and long-lasting performance.
Whether you’re producing sauces, creams, lotions, gels, or chemical blends, an oil jacketed mixing tank ensures smooth results while preventing scorching or uneven heating.
🔧 Key Features of Oil Jacketed Mixing Tanks
- Double-Wall Jacket: Heated by thermal oil for even distribution of temperature.
- Food-Grade Stainless Steel: Durable, hygienic, and corrosion-resistant.
- Efficient Mixing: Equipped with an agitator or ribbon stirrer for thorough blending.
- Capacity Options: Available in sizes from 70L up to 1000L to suit small to large-scale production.
- Temperature Control: Thermostatic regulation with safety cut-off to avoid overheating.
- Easy Discharge Valve: Simplifies product transfer after processing.
✅ Benefits of an Oil Jacketed Mixing Tank
- Prevents burning & sticking — perfect for thick sauces, pastes, or creams.
- Safe operation — indirect heating reduces risk of product contamination.
- Energy efficient — insulated design retains heat, lowering energy costs.
- Versatile use — works across food, beverage, cosmetic, chemical, and detergent industries.
- Scalable — suitable for startups, SMEs, and large manufacturers.
🏭 Common Applications
- Food Industry: Sauces, jams, syrups, chutneys, soups.
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: Creams, gels, lotions, conditioners.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Pine gel, cleaning detergents, polishes.
- Pharmaceutical & Herbal: Syrups, ointments, herbal extracts.
📈 Why Choose SME Machinery?
At SME Machinery, we supply oil jacketed mixing tanks tailored to your production needs. Our units are built to South African industry standards, offering affordable prices, custom sizes, and after-sales support for installation, training, and servicing.
If you’re ready to scale production, an oil jacketed mixing tank is a smart investment that boosts quality, efficiency, and profitability.