• Blending of high viscosity pastes, gels, plastics and rubber with low viscosity additives, e.g. colours, stabilisers and reactives
• De-nerving of rubber materials, post-extrusion
• Texturing and temperature control of soft solids, e.g. edible fats
• Reaction - using direct injection of components into the mixing head

• Multi-row fluid-division mixing (FDM) head geometry using inter-cavity transfer principles for proven blending performance
• Zero bypass opportunity for fluids - all the fluid must go through the shearing zones (note that this is not the case for pin, z-blade and trough mixers, as much of the fluid can pass through the mixer without being involved in the blending.
• Low speeds and robust geometries for reliable performance - no need for tight gaps so that machines are easy to setup and performance is less susceptible to wear.
• Large rotor and stator surface area allows excellent thermal control of the product 
• Hygienic and flameproof options for a wide range of applications

The range of DCL machines covers the following ranges of performance:

• Typical maximum flowrates from 10 to 12000 litres per hour, depending on viscosity and application
• System pressure to 200 bar (depending on fluid type)
• Rotational speeds typically 30 to 400 rpm maximum, depending on machine size
• Typical motor power from 0.25kW to 45kW
• Stainless steel wetted parts
• Single/double mechanical seals or gland packing
• ATEX and UL hazardous area options
• Hygienic design options to 3A and EHEDG guidelines

Using the gentle cutting and folding action of Maelstrom's patented Fluid Division Mixing (FDM) geometry, the DCL provides inline blending at extremely low shear rates.  The rotor-stator geometry comprises 3, 4 or 5 rows of opposing cavities to ensure that all of the fluid passing through the mixer is thoroughly blended.  Liquid additives can be dosed into the fluid stream at various points for blending and reacting and both rotor and stator can be cooled or heated to suit the process.