LMZ-5
Sigma double-arm kneader based on the sigma-blade (Z) principle.
The LMZ-5 Sigma Double-Arm Kneader is a compact, high-performance machine engineered for kneading, folding, and homogenizing highly viscous blends, pastes, doughs, slurries, and other demanding formulations.
Based on the proven sigma-blade (Z-blade) principle, the LMZ-5 features a U-shaped mixing vessel equipped with two inward counter-rotating sigma blades. Operating at differential speeds, the blades generate intensive shear while continuously moving, stretching, folding, recombining, and compressing the material against the vessel walls. This action delivers thorough, homogeneous mixing and can significantly reduce kneading time.
Key Features
- Sigma double-arm kneading system with two counter-rotating Z-blades
- High-shear kneading, folding, and homogenization
- Designed for highly viscous materials, pastes, doughs, and slurries
- Compact, powerful, and GMP-compliant construction
- Corrosion-resistant, medical- and food-grade product-contact parts
- Transparent Plexiglas cover for direct process observation
- Electromagnetic safety system that stops the drive when the cover is opened
- Compatible with the UAM Universal Motor Drive for stepless speed adjustment
Applications
The LMZ-5 is suitable for processing highly viscous solid/liquid and liquid/liquid formulations in industries such as:
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing
- Herbal and alternative medicine
- Chemicals and fine chemicals
- Food production
- Agriculture
- Cosmetics and detergents
- Paints and pigments
Technical Highlights
- Total vessel capacity: 5 L
- Working capacity: up to 3.5 L, depending on material and process parameters
- Speed range: 25–225 rpm
- Dimensions: approximately 520 × 230 × 450 mm
- Net weight: approximately 31 kg
Standard Scope of Supply
The LMZ-5 is supplied with:
- Adjustable metal frame support
- Transparent Plexiglas cover
- Integrated safety guard system
The LMZ-5 offers an effective and controlled solution for pilot-scale development and small-batch production where consistent mixing quality is essential for dense, high-viscosity products.
