A manufacturer producing ice cream mix, cultured dairy drinks, and shelf-stable flavored milk was struggling with inefficient powder incorporation. Relying on a traditional Tri-Blender setup and considering a Likwifier upgrade, the company faced frequent challenges: poor powder flow, long batch times, and inconsistent product quality.
Enter the Admix Fastfeed®. Upon evaluating the process, the local Admix Representative quickly identified that a Fastfeed inline powder induction and dispersion system would outperform the proposed bottom-entry high shear mixer alternatives.
Why Fastfeed Beat the Competition
Compared to traditional high shear mixers and bottom-entry industrial mixers, the Fastfeed offered:
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Lower project cost
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Reduced horsepower and energy use
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A smaller equipment footprint
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Ergonomic powder loading for improved operator safety
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Superior powder wet-out and particle reduction
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Less wear and tear = lower maintenance
The Fastfeed was installed in a recirculation loop near the batch tank, pulling liquid cream at 600 pounds per minute from totes while inducting powdered ingredients at an impressive 200 pounds per minute. The first batch of ice cream mix was perfectly smooth—no fisheyes, no clumps, no rework.
Real Results in Real Time
Not only was powder incorporation seamless, but the team also tested chocolate chip induction. What once took 4 hours was reduced to just 20 minutes—without compromising texture, viscosity, or flavor distribution. The plant staff was amazed, and the R&D Director remarked, “I could watch the Fastfeed run all day long.”
This is a clear win for inline mixing, especially in high-viscosity dairy and beverage applications. Whether you're incorporating stabilizers, emulsifiers, sweeteners, or inclusions like chocolate chips, the Fastfeed delivers the performance needed for modern processing demands.