USED RIETZ RS-28-K5408

Manufacturer
Rietz Manufacturing Co.
Rietz Manufacturing Co. is a well-established manufacturer of heavy-duty industrial mixing and size reduction equipment. Their ribbon blenders are widely used throughout the food, pharmaceutical, chemical, mineral, agricultural, plastics, and specialty materials industries for reliable, high-capacity batch mixing of powders, granules, and bulk solids.

Description
Available for immediate sale is a used Rietz Manufacturing Co. Model RS-28-K5408 Dual Shaft Double Ribbon Blender, designed for high-capacity industrial batch mixing applications. The mixer provides approximately 60 cubic feet working capacity with 75 cubic feet total capacity and is capable of processing approximately 4,000 to 5,000 pounds per batch, depending on product bulk density.
The blender features 304 stainless steel product contact surfaces and is equipped with dual 28-inch counter-rotating ribbon agitators utilizing a counter-flow ribbon design to provide rapid, efficient, and highly uniform blending. Material is continuously moved both axially and radially to achieve homogeneous mixing while minimizing product degradation.
Designed for handling both dry materials and liquid additions, this versatile ribbon blender is suitable for powders, granules, slurries, and bulk solids. Product discharge is accomplished through dual air-operated bottom end discharge doors, allowing fast, controlled, and nearly complete product evacuation.
The mixer is mounted on a heavy-duty four-leg stainless steel frame and includes hinged covers, safety grates, and protective guarding for operator safety and easy inspection. With its sanitary stainless steel construction, this blender is ideal for demanding processing environments requiring corrosion resistance, durability, and simplified cleaning.

Specifications

Specification
Details

Manufacturer
Rietz Manufacturing Co.

Model
RS-28-K5408

Equipment Type
Dual Shaft Double Ribbon Blender

Condition
Used

Working Capacity
Approximately 60 Cubic Feet

Total Capacity
Approximately 75 Cubic Feet

Batch Capacity
Approximately 4,000–5,000 Pounds (Product Dependent)

Product Contact Material
304 Stainless Steel

Agitators
(2) 28" Counter-Rotating Double Ribbon

Mixing Design
Counter-Flow Dual Ribbon

Agitator Drive
Independent Chain or Gear Driven

Discharge
Dual Pneumatic Bottom End Doors

Mixing Chamber
Approx. 72" L × 56" W × 36" D

Output Speed
Approximately 30–35 RPM

Frame
Heavy-Duty Four-Leg Stainless Steel

Covers
Hinged

Safety Features
Safety Grates & Protective Guarding

Applications
This industrial ribbon blender is ideal for:

Dry powder blending
Bulk solids mixing
Granule blending
Liquid addition mixing
Slurry mixing
Food ingredient blending
Pharmaceutical powder blending
Nutraceutical manufacturing
Chemical processing
Agricultural products
Plastic resin blending
Mineral processing

Common Industries

Food Processing
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Nutraceutical Processing
Chemical Manufacturing
Plastics Processing
Agriculture
Minerals & Mining
Specialty Chemicals
Animal Nutrition
Industrial Manufacturing

Common Products Mixed

Flour
Sugar
Seasonings
Protein powders
Nutritional supplements
Pharmaceutical powders
Chemical powders
Pigments
Fertilizers
Plastic pellets
Mineral blends
Dry feed ingredients

Frequently Asked Questions
• What is the working capacity of this ribbon blender?
The mixer provides approximately 60 cubic feet working capacity with 75 cubic feet total capacity.
• How much product can it process per batch?
It can process approximately 4,000 to 5,000 pounds per batch, depending on bulk density.
• What materials can this blender handle?
The unit is designed for dry powders, granules, bulk solids, slurries, and products requiring liquid addition.
• What type of discharge system does it use?
It features dual air-operated (pneumatic) bottom end discharge doors for rapid and efficient product evacuation.
• What material are the product contact surfaces?
All product contact surfaces are constructed of 304 stainless steel.
• Can Aaron Equipment coordinate shipping and installation logistics?
Yes. Aaron Equipment can arrange inspections, rigging, dismantling, domestic and international freight, export documentation, and complete logistics services.

Products This Blender Is Commonly Used For

Powdered food ingredients
Baking mixes
Protein powders
Nutritional supplements
Pharmaceutical ingredients
Cosmetic powders
Chemical compounds
Fertilizers
Plastic compounds
Mineral products
Animal feed
Dry industrial blends