PIC CX Ergonomic Atmospheric Powder Induction for Chemical Processing
OVERVIEW
PIC CX is an ergonomic atmospheric powder induction system for chemical processing where manual powder addition creates clumps, inconsistent wet-out, and avoidable cleanup. Atmospheric induction improves how powders are introduced into the liquid stream, helping reduce floating agglomerates and improving repeatability—especially when batch consistency and operator efficiency are critical to throughput.
Use this page to evaluate how PIC CX integrates into your process and which configuration best fits your powders, solids loading expectations, and plant workflow. For the fundamentals on powder induction vs manual addition (and how it pairs with high shear mixing), link to the powder-induction section of our high shear mixer guide.
Key Features:
- Reduced operator injury
- Reduced accidents
- Fast chemical addition
- Reduced mix times
- Improved yields
HOW IT WORKS
The PIC™ CX System includes an ergonomic table and washdown control panel with a high performance powder suction pump that vacuum conveys from 3 to over 200 pounds per minute of any powder or solid.
For materials that are easily dissolved or suspended, the system discharge could then be sent on to the next step in the process. If materials require shear to properly disperse, deagglomerate or emulsify, they can be recirculated through a batch tank with in-tank high shear mixer. Alternately, the material can be processed through a Dynashear or Boston Shearmill for in-line high shear mixing, without the need for a batch mixer.
Basic Rules for Use
- Maximum viscosity before or after ingredient introduction is 2500 cps.
- Maximum allowable head on discharge side is 10 psi. If head loss exceeds recommended levels, a booster pump on the discharge piping should be installed.
- Minimum incoming flow rate for the system is 35 GPM.
One significant point for all users of powder induction equipment to be aware of: It is very difficult to control with absolute precision the volume of the entrained material and its instantaneous ratio to the motive liquid. Most often, powder induction systems are mounted in a batch mixing process to insure the desired recipes are achieved.
Model Specifications
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* Higher viscosities achievable with the addition of a positive displacement take-away pump
PIC CX Options
- Electropolished hopper and wetted parts
- Special hopper design for difficult powders, to include air sparge, water flush, and vibration systems
- Alternate pipe fittings available
- Various motor types for pump drive
- Special elastomers
- Actuated valves
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