Innovation in powder processing: ystral showcases high shear vacuum expansion technology at SOLIDS

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Process engineering specialist ystral will present highly efficient solutions for mixing and dispersing powders in liquids at SOLIDS 2026. The international trade fair for powders granules and bulk material technologies takes place on 18 and 19 March in Dortmund Germany and will bring together leading suppliers of processing equipment technologies and services for bulk solids handling.

The event is recognised across Europe as a key meeting point for engineers plant operators and decision-makers working in industries that rely on efficient powder handling and processing.

Visitors attend to explore the latest developments in mixing, dosing, conveying, storage and processing technologies designed to improve productivity and reduce operational costs in industrial environments.

ystral designs engineers and manufactures mixing dispersing and powder wetting machines as well as complete process plants used worldwide in the chemical pharmaceutical paint and coatings food household and cosmetics industries and in battery manufacturing.

Its technologies support manufacturers looking to optimise production processes while maintaining consistent product quality and improving operational efficiency.

At SOLIDS the company will highlight its advanced technology for powder dispersion using high shear vacuum expansion. This process technology is designed to significantly improve how powders are incorporated into liquids during production.

“This technology for dispersing powders in liquids offers enormous potential for rationalisation compared to traditional processes – depending on the application, it can save up to 20% of raw materials, up to 90% of process time and an average of 70% of the energy previously required,” says Dr. Hans-Joachim Jacob, Senior Expert Process and Applications at ystral.

Efficient powder dispersion is a critical step in many industrial production processes. In sectors such as chemicals food manufacturing pharmaceuticals and coatings, powders must be incorporated quickly and evenly into liquids to achieve consistent product quality. Traditional methods can often be energy-intensive, time-consuming and prone to dust formation or material loss.

High-shear vacuum expansion technology addresses these challenges by enabling rapid and controlled wetting of powders under vacuum conditions. By combining powerful shear forces with vacuum-assisted powder induction the technology ensures that powders are drawn directly into the liquid phase and dispersed efficiently without the formation of agglomerates. This can significantly reduce mixing times while also minimising energy consumption and material waste.

YSTRAL Conti-TDS with high-shear vacuum expansion technology for dust-free inducting and dispersing of powders in liquids.

For manufacturers seeking to improve process efficiency and sustainability this approach offers clear advantages. Reduced raw material usage lower energy consumption and faster production cycles can all contribute to lower operating costs and improved environmental performance.

At stand 4-E37 ystral will showcase the YSTRAL Conti-TDS powder wetting and dispersing machine, which operates using high-shear vacuum expansion technology. The system is designed for continuous powder induction, dispersion and homogenization in a single compact unit.

The machine will be presented as a compact process system featuring a transparent container jetstream mixer induction lance and control module. This demonstration setup allows visitors to see how powders are introduced into liquids and dispersed in real time, offering practical insight into how the system performs in industrial applications.

The YSTRAL Conti-TDS is widely used where rapid powder incorporation and consistent dispersion quality are essential. Applications include the production of chemical formulations, coatings, adhesives, food ingredients cosmetic formulations pharmaceutical preparations and battery materials. By enabling efficient powder wetting and dispersion the system helps manufacturers maintain product quality while increasing production throughput.

As industries continue to focus on efficiency, sustainability and resource optimisation technologies that reduce energy consumption and processing time are becoming increasingly important. Advanced mixing and dispersion systems such as those developed by ystral are playing a key role in helping manufacturers meet these goals.

Further information

More information about ystral's participation at SOLIDS can be found on the official event website.

In its new whitepaper “The Future of Powder Dispersion – Process solutions for the world of tomorrow“ ystral explores the challenges associated with modern powder processing and highlights innovative approaches to improving efficiency and product quality in industrial mixing and dispersion processes.

The whitepaper provides detailed insight into the technical principles behind advanced powder wetting systems and outlines how manufacturers can optimise production processes in industries ranging from chemicals and pharmaceuticals to food production and battery manufacturing.