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Non- Tower Detergent (NTD) Plants

Innovative and Cost-Effective Solutions

Non- Tower Detergent (NTD) Plants

The Non- Tower Detergent (NTD) technology, powered by the advanced proprietary Kettemix Reactor, has been engineered by Ballestra to cater to the growing global demand for higher- density detergent powder production.

This innovative approach offers significant advantages in terms of reduced energy consumption, lower manufacturing costs, and environmental sustainability, while maintaining the highest standards in product performance and quality.

Process Overview

The Ballestra NTD process employs an advanced agglomeration principle to mix solid and liquid components seamlessly. Key process steps include:

  • Raw Materials Handling and Dosing
    Efficient dosing of solid and liquid components, tailored to specific production capacities.
  • Dry Neutralization, Mixing and Agglomeration
    Conducted within the proprietary Kettemix Reactor, ensuring precise and uniform mixing.
  • Product Drying and Cooling
    Achieved using a fluid bed conditioner for optimal powder consistency and performance.
  • Post-Addition Phase
    Incorporation of thermo-sensitive components and other ingredients to enhance product stability and effectiveness.
  • Final Sieving and Perfuming
    Ensures high-quality output ready for packaging and distribution.

Kettemix Reactor: A Revolutionary Design
The Kettemix Reactor facilitates efficient mixing and agglomeration through its three distinct operational zones:

  • Pre-Dispersion Zone
    Premixed solid ingredients are dispersed by a high-turbulence impeller, ensuring uniform distribution.
  • Liquid Dosing Zone
    Liquids are dosed precisely via proprietary dosing equipment  to prevent preferential distribution.
  • Granulation and Neutralization Zone
    The semi-wet mixture undergoes granulation and complete neutralization, producing a consistent, high-quality detergent powder.

Key Advantages of NTD Technology

  • Cost Efficiency
    Limited capital investment and reduced operational costs.
  • Production Flexibility
    Supports active matter content up to 25% and bulk density ranging from 700 to 1,000 g/L.
  • Energy Efficiency
    Minimal energy consumption during the entire production process.
  • Ease of Operation
    Fully automated systems with low manpower requirements.
  • Fast and Scalable Installation
    Short erection times and adaptable to capacities from 2 to 20 t/h.
  • Environmentally Friendly
    No gaseous or aqueous effluents aligning with global sustainability goals.

Applications

Ballestra’s NTD plants are ideal for markets requiring medium to high-capacity production with the following benefits:

  • Reduced transportation costs due to optimized packaging.
  • Compact plant designs with limited building requirements.
  • Tailored formulations meeting diverse market needs.

Partner with Ballestra for NTD Plants
With over 550 plants installed worldwide, Ballestra is the trusted leader in detergent powder production technologies. Our expertise, coupled with state-of-the-art facilities, ensures we deliver customized, efficient, and sustainable solutions for the evolving detergent industry.

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