Used Mepaco / Apache Stainless Twin-Shaft Paddle Blender – Steam-Jacketed – With Column Dumper & Mezzanine

This high-capacity Mepaco / Apache Stainless twin-shaft paddle blender is designed for heavy-duty mixing, blending, and thermal processing of food, proteins, pet food, and industrial formulations. Built in 2008 (Serial M12170-1), this unit comes equipped with a steam jacket rated 130 PSI @ 375°F, providing excellent heating capability for cooked or temperature-controlled products.

The system includes a column dumper (cart dumper) for ergonomic and efficient product loading, a full stainless-steel mezzanine with staircase, and a pneumatically assisted lift-up lid for safe and easy access during sanitation. Inside, dual counter-rotating paddle shafts provide fast, uniform mixing with scrapers.

Manufacturer: Mepaco / Apache Stainless

Model: Twin-Shaft Paddle Blender

Serial No.: M12170-1

Year Built: 2008

Construction: All stainless steel / Food grade

Mixing System:

• Dual counter-rotating paddle shafts
• Scrapers

Thermal Features:

• Steam jacket
• Jacket rating: 130 PSI @ 375°F
• ASME-certified Apache vessel

Lid System:

• Pneumatically assisted lift-up lid
• Inspection ports

Loading:

• Integrated stainless steel column dumper (cart dumper)

Access / Safety:

• Full stainless mezzanine platform
• Non-slip staircase

Controls:

• Allen-Bradley PowerFlex VFDs
• Industrial control panel with PLC
• Pneumatic valve manifold

Electrical:

• 575 volt 3 phase

*Missing one discharge gasket