Mixing system for preparation of homogeneous liquid detergent

Abstract

This research work is aimed to determine the condition or mixing system effecting the preparation of homogeneous heavy duty detergent built formula. The conditions effecting the mixing system were studied in standard configuration tank and compared with Agi Homomixer tank. Parameters effecting mixing system in the preparation of liquid detergent in this research were mixing sequence on incorporating a builder into liquid detergent composition, impeller types, mixing temperature and effect of mixing tank system. Characteristics of liquid detergent from this result were determined and compared with the heavy duty liquid detergent built formula available in the market. From this study, the appropriate sequence of mixing was developed to prepare homogeneous liquid detergent. Turbine and paddle impellers could be used as agitation means in the preparation of homogeneous liquid detergent in the case of low viscosity mixture. Mixing temperature had effects on viscosity of liquid sample. Agi Homomixer was found to be suitable as mixing system for preparation of high viscosity liquid detergent. Upon comparing liquid detergent of this study with those available in the market, results showed that the liquid detergent of this study has comparable properties and performances.