Continuous Dilution of Alkyl Ether Sulphate Pastes: Efficient, Safe, and Scalable
Modern Requirements for Tensides
Surfactants must offer wetting, dispersing, cleansing, skin tolerance, and biodegradability—alkyl ether sulphates deliver all.
Product Forms and Traditional Challenges
Available as 28% liquid and 70% paste, alkyl ether sulphates faced dilution issues due to gel phase formation during processing.
Bran+Luebbe’s Optimized Dilution Approach
Proprietary systems prevent gelatinous phase formation, using frequency-controlled mixers and strategic injection design.
Consistency and Performance
Multi-head pump synchronization ensures homogeneous product quality regardless of mechanical slip.
Material Characteristics
High-viscosity 70% paste is shear-thinning and pumpable; 28% liquid variant is low-viscosity and storage-friendly.
Process Efficiency and Thermal Independence
No preheating of water or paste required—even at 8°C ambient temperatures—cutting energy use and contamination risks.
Operational Benefits of On-Demand Dilution
- Reduced microbiological risk using sterilized water
- Compatible with stainless steel or fiberglass storage tanks
- Maintains processing temperature above +20°C
Advantages of Continuous Dilution Systems
- Cost-effective procurement and logistics with 70% WAS paste
- Expanded storage without additional tank investment
- Automated dilution with level-based controls
- Adaptable for batch or continuous cosmetic production
- Time and energy savings over conventional systems
- Minimized preservative usage