Sigma Kneader Mixers for mixing innovative technical materials

Mixing solutions for advanced materials, technical powders and the most demanding industrial applications

Advances in industrial processes, the energy transition and innovative materials are driving manufacturers to develop increasingly complex formulations. Technical powders, composites, functional materials and highly-filled formulations require mixing equipment capable of ensuring perfect homogeneity, controlled dispersion and flawless reproducibility.

RMC Marc Guittard supports manufacturers in the design, manufacture and optimisation of Z-arm mixers for processing high- and very high-viscosity materials, technical pastes and complex formulations. Drawing on its expertise in mixing processes, the company develops bespoke solutions that meet the requirements of the most innovative sectors in France and internationally.

Les poudres techniques, composites, matériaux fonctionnels ou formulations fortement chargées

Expertise in mixing processes for technical materials

New-generation industrial materials present specific challenges linked to their composition, particle size, rheological behaviour or physico-chemical properties.

Each project is subject to an in-depth study taking into account:

  • the viscosity and density of the formulations,
  • the incorporation of powders and technical fillers,
  • the dispersion of fibres and particles,
  • shear control,
  • operating temperatures,
  • vacuum operation,
  • ATEX environments or those subject to specific requirements,
  • safety, traceability and maintenance requirements.

This approach ensures that the industrial process is perfectly matched to the mixer’s performance.

 

Solutions tailored to a wide range of applications

Energy transition and technologies of the future

New materials designed for the energy transition require precise control over the mixing process to ensure the performance of the finished products.

RMC Marc Guittard equipment is suitable for processing:

  • battery materials,
  • materials for the energy transition,
  • functional powders,
  • innovative materials.

Our solutions ensure precise homogenisation of formulations whilst preserving the properties of the components.

Ceramics, composites and engineering materials

Engineering materials require a homogeneous mixture of powders, resins, fibres and additives in order to achieve consistent mechanical properties.

Our mixers are used in the manufacture of:

  • engineering ceramics,
  • composite materials with fillers: glass fibres, carbon fibres, silica, etc.
  • engineering powders.

These applications require robust equipment capable of processing heavily loaded formulations with excellent reproducibility.

Construction and mineral materials

RMC’s solutions also meet the requirements of manufacturers of materials for the building and civil engineering sectors:

  • adhesive cements,
  • speciality concretes,
  • insulators,
  • abrasives.

The equipment is sized to ensure perfect homogeneity of the formulations whilst withstanding the abrasion caused by the materials.

Industrial Chemistry and Functional Materials

Industrial processes utilise a wide range of materials that require the components to be perfectly dispersed:

  • carbon,
  • catalysts,
  • coal,
  • friction materials,
  • fillers.

Mixing parameters are optimised to ensure the quality of formulations and the stability of processes.

Circular economy and recycling

The development of recycling streams means that an increasingly diverse range of raw materials is being processed.

RMC mixers enable the efficient mixing of recycled materials, reclaimed formulations and secondary materials intended for reintroduction into industrial processes.

Bioenergy and alternative fuels

RMC’s teams also support manufacturers developing processes related to bioenergy and alternative fuels, particularly for the production of biofuels or technical formulations requiring a homogeneous and precisely controlled blend.

Specific Industrial Applications

Certain industries utilise technical formulations that require equipment designed to meet particularly stringent safety, regulatory and reliability requirements.

Drawing on its expertise in demanding industrial environments, RMC Marc Guittard designs solutions tailored to the processing of technical materials intended for specific applications, particularly in the sectors of pyrotechnics, energy materials, firelighters, detonators, propellants and explosives, in strict compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and safety standards.

Equipment designed for the most demanding industrial processes

The mixers developed by RMC Marc Guittard are configured according to:

  • the rheological properties of the materials,
  • the particle size of the powders,
  • the behaviour of fibres and fillers,
  • the mixing torques required,
  • operating temperatures,
  • ATEX requirements,
  • construction materials,
  • maintenance and safety requirements.

Chaque équipement est conçu afin d’assurer une production fiable, durable et parfaitement reproductible.

From research and development to industrialisation

The RMC Marc Guittard teams support their clients throughout the entire life cycle of their projects: laboratory testing, process validation, equipment design, bespoke manufacturing, commissioning, maintenance, modernisation and monitoring of installations.

This comprehensive approach helps to safeguard industrial investments whilst ensuring the long-term reliability of the equipment.

A technical partner for innovative industries

The advanced materials sector is evolving rapidly and demands ever more efficient manufacturing processes.

Drawing on its expertise in mixing high-viscosity products, technical pastes and complex formulations, RMC Marc Guittard supports manufacturers in developing solutions tailored to their innovation, quality and performance requirements.

Our teams operate in France and internationally to design reliable, scalable equipment that is perfectly suited to the industrial challenges of today and tomorrow.

Optimise your mixing process today

Do you work with very high-viscosity products?

Our experts can help you to:

  • identify the right technology
  • select the correct equipment size
  • optimise your industrial process

Contact RMC Marc Guittard for a customised study

  • Analysis of your product
  • Technical recommendations
  • Tailor-made solution