This firm has launched a new range of energy-efficient agitators designed to enhance flow by eliminating potential blockage areas. The detachable agitator shaft is completely smooth and the clutch is positioned outside the tank; this ensures excellent levels of hygiene, says the firm. Energy saving can lead to payback in less than one year compared to conventional, direct drive agitators. The high flowrate created by the uniquely shaped propellers provides much higher efficiency than blades with a standard pitch, which can lead to an installation that uses up to 80% less energy, says the firm. The product range includes top-mounted units — with (ALT) or without (ALTB) bottom support — the ALS side-mounted version, and the ALB bottom-mounted agitator. — Alfa Laval AB, Lund, Sweden
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