Sharpe Mixers Side Entry Agitators offer the same ruggedness, dependability, and simplicity of design found in our other high-quality turbine agitators and mixers. The Sharpe Mixers agitator is a belt-driven unit with features engineered for side entry.

The Sharpe Mixers agitator works efficiently when a tank is too large for convenient installation of a top-entering agitator or where headroom is severely limited. Supporting a top-entering agitator on a large tank is often far more expensive than the installation of a side-entering agitator. Long shafts on extremely tall tanks can be eliminated for cost savings and design simplicity. For large tank installations, several smaller side-entering agitators may be more efficient and economical than a single, larger unit.

The Sharpe Mixers agitator is available in three standard sizes from 10 to 75 hp (7.5 to 55 kw). The range of power selections and seal options, combined with accurately sized impellers, means there is an Sharpe Mixers agitator available for nearly every standard application. Consider Sharpe Mixers Side Entry Agitators for process applications involving continuous blending, especially in large storage tanks and oil applications, heat transfer, mass transfer, or solids suspension.

Motor Types and Mounting

For installation flexibility and easy mounting, the Sharpe Mixers Agitator is compatible with standard foot-mounted electric motors ranging from 10 to 75 hp (7.5 to 55 kw). The motors are easy to mount and align to the motor-mounting structure and to the belt-drive system.

Rugged Steel Construction

Drive housings, support pedestals, bearing housings, and flanges are cast from high strength steel which are then machined using high-tech Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machining equipment. Each component must then pass a quality inspection on a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) prior to assembly. Catalyzed, polyurethane exterior finishes protect against corrosion in both indoor and outdoor operating environments.

Single or Dual Piece Shafts

Either a single or dual piece shaft are options for the Sharpe Mixers agitator. A split coupling with the dual shaft options allows easy seal maintenance without requirement to remove the outboard bearing or to dissemble the belt-drive system. Shafts are available in 316ss and carbon steel as standard as well as options for high-alloy material to meet special requirements.

Tank Shut-Off System

A retracting mechanism and metal-to-metal seal shut-off are standard on all Sharpe Mixers Agitators. This permits the replacement of cartridge mechanical seals without emptying the tank.

The mechanical seal shut-off is engaged when the retraction bolt pushes the shaft shut-off collar into the flange housing. Tight metal-to-metal contact enables seal shut-off, and a seal-leak indicator is standard. Thus, the shut-off can be checked before fully removing the seal. The shut-off supports the shaft during the seal change procedure.

Sealing Technology

The seals consist of standard John Crane, Flowserve, or roplan elastomeric bellows seals. The seals are mounted in the seal housing with a bearing to reduce shaft deflections. A wide variety of material options are available to meet your process requirements.  

Impeller Technology

The standard impeller is the Sharpe Mixers v series impeller designed to produce high flow at low shear rates to provide efficient agitation in your system. The v series is designed for side entry service to produce high flow per unit of energy input. Impeller material is available in 2205ss or carbon steel as standard. Optional high-alloy material is available as required.

Horsepower and Speed Ranges

Sharpe Mixers are available from 1 hp to 300 hp with speeds from 160 rpm to 480 rpm. Mixer designs with enhanced operating capacity can be designed for applications with unique requirements.

Shafts

Heavy-duty, oversized shafts, the largest in the industry, are designed to handle up to 10 times the normal operating bending load at full torque. Sharpe Mixers offer shaft sizes from 2" to 7".

Bearings

Sharpe Mixers offer a minimum B-10 bearing life of 100,000 hours and feature pillow block mounted inboard and outboard bearings mounted and aligned on an integral fabricated steel base.

Unit Construction

All Sharpe Mixers are completely assembled at our facility with all shaft, bearings and seals accurately aligned before shipment, No on-site alignment is required.

Housings & Mounts

Housings and motor mounts are fabricated from steel and can withstand loads several times that of typical application requirements. Two coats of polyurethane, catalyzed paint over a two-part epoxy primer protect against corrosion.

Tank Shut-Off Devices

An optional secondary shut-off seal prevents fluid leaking during routine bearing/seal maintenance so the tank does not have to be drained when servicing the mixer.

Belt Drives and Guards

Ultra VX belts and sheaves provide economical power transmission with shock-absorbing capability. Belt and shaft guards are made to OSHA standards. Guards on units with 3" or larger shafts contain access holes for adjusting belt tension. Drive systems are available for 1.3, 1.5 and 2.0 belt drive service factors.

In addition to manufacturing high-quality industrial mixers, Sharpe Mixers also provides a comprehensive range of services to its customers. The company offers custom design and engineering services to help customers develop the perfect mixer for their specific application. The team of experienced engineers works closely with each customer to understand their needs and provide the best possible solution.

Sharpe Mixers also offers installation and maintenance services to ensure that each mixer operates at peak performance. The company's technicians are trained and certified to provide installation, repair, and maintenance services for all types of industrial mixers.

The company's commitment to quality is evident in every aspect of its operations. Sharpe Mixers follows strict quality control procedures to ensure that each mixer meets the highest standards of quality and performance. The company also follows rigorous safety protocols to ensure the safety of its employees and customers.

Sharpe Mixers is a reliable and trusted supplier of high-quality industrial mixers and services. With its experienced team, custom design and engineering services, installation and maintenance services, and commitment to quality and safety, the company is well-positioned to meet the specific needs of each customer and provide the best possible solution for their mixing requirements.