TM & STM Series Belt Drive Heavy-Duty Side-Entry Mixers

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Discover the TM & STM Series Belt Drive Mixers, designed for high-efficiency mixing in industrial applications. Featuring advanced helical impellers, robust belt drive systems, and optional swivel angle configurations, these mixers deliver superior performance for crude oil storage, biofuels, wastewater, and more. Ensure top-to-bottom blending, sediment suspension, and temperature uniformity with Plenty's innovative side-entry mixers. Explore our customizable options and dimensions tailored to your tank needs.

TM & STM Series Side Entry Mixers Overview

The TM & STM Series Side Entry Mixers represent a culmination of over 60 years of engineering innovation, setting the global benchmark in side-entry tank mixing technology. Designed for efficiency, durability, and ease of maintenance, these mixers are ideal for applications where precise fluid motion and robust performance are critical.

Key Features

High-Efficiency Impellers

One-piece helical pitch impellers ensure cavitation-free suction, high thrust, and optimized energy usage.

Durable Belt Drive System

Fire-resistant anti-static (FRAS) torque belts transmit power with precision and reliability.

Swivel Angle Flexibility (STM Series)

Adjustable angles (up to 30°) enable comprehensive tank coverage, ensuring even mixing and sediment suspension.

Compact and Accessible Design

Facilitates easy installation, maintenance, and operational longevity.

Performance and Industrial Applications

The mixers’ advanced design ensures they perform in a wide range of demanding industrial applications, offering superior energy efficiency compared to jet mixing systems.

Key Applications

The TM and STM Series mixers are widely used across industries:

Oil & Gas: Crude oil storage, BS&W control, sludge suspension.
Biofuels and Renewable Oils: Ensuring homogeneity and blending.
Wasterwater Treatment: Effective mixing of wastewater and treatment chemicals.
Chemical Processing: Uniform blending of components and temperature regulation.
Edible Oils: Maintaining product integrity during storage and transfer.

Plenty Mixers Shaft Seal

The TM and STM Series mixers offer several customizable options to meet unique operational requirements:

Automatic Swivel Actuators (STM Series):

Timer-controlled electric motor swivels for precision mixing.
Shaft-driven actuators for continuous operation without additional field wiring.

Tank Shut-off Device: The tank shut-off device ensures seal and bearing replacement can be performed without draining the tank, reducing downtime.

Metal-to-metal tapered faces for secure sealing.
Corrosion-resistant materials for durability.
Safety check valve verifies shut-off effectiveness.
Eliminates reliance on O-rings or gaskets that may degrade over time.

Durable Bearings: Long-life pre-lubricated bearings designed for heavy-duty usage.

Mechanical Seal: Designed to handle a wide range of fluids, from asphalt to xylene, ensuring minimal leakage and maximum reliability.

Seal Features:

Fully enclosed within a housing to protect against wear and contamination.
Close-clearance throttle bush reduces leakage risks during seal failure.
Safety check valve ensures the seal chamber is filled with liquid before operation.

Available Seal Options:

Double Mechanical Seal
Cartridge Seal
High-Temperature Sealing Units
API/682-compliant Seals