Sobatech continuous mixer designs

Innovation in continuous mixer design since 2006

At Sobatech, mixer design has been at the heart of our continuous mixing systems. Since the founding of the company in 2006 by Gilian Lekner, we have focused on developing innovative and hygienic continuous mixers tailored to the food and non-food industry.  Today, nearly 15 years later, mixer design and engineering excellence remain a core part of Sobatech’s DNA.

Designed for the food industry's standards

Sobatech’s continuous mixers are instantly recognizable—a design signature we proudly maintain. More importantly, they are engineered to meet the stringent hygiene and safety requirements of modern food and non-food production. Every mixer features a high level of hygienic construction as standard, playing a critical role in maintaining microbiological safety and product quality. These systems can also be customized to meet specific mixing and hygienic requirements.

The evolution of Sobatech mixer designs

2005-2010: The X-design

Sobatech’s first generation, known as the X-design, featured a recognizable look but left room for improvement in terms of hygiene. This early version laid the foundation for our future innovations.

2010-2015: The low & short design

1. The short continuous mixer: in this design, the motor is located underneath the gearbox and cardan shaft , resulting in a more compact mixer height-wise but with a taller profile. Ideal for production areas with limited floor space.
2. The low continuous mixer: With the motor, gearbox, and cardan shaft aligned horizontally, this design creates a low-profile mixer (approximately 140 cm high) that is longer in length. This layout improves accessibility and makes cleaning the upper surfaces easier from standing height.

2015-2020: The hanging hygienic design

In 2015, Sobatech introduced the hanging continuous mixer design, a game-changing innovation for hygienic production environments. This mixer can be suspended from a factory platform or ceiling structure, eliminating floor contact entirely. The hanging design simplifies floor cleaning procedures and enhances overall sanitation.

Built for hygiene and cleanability

All Sobatech mixers are engineered with rounded and sloped surfaces for optimal drainage. Each component is precisely welded, flushed, and polished to create an ultra-smooth surface that resists buildup and contamination. These features support both easy cleaning and long-term durability.

Choose the design that fits your production needs

Today, Sobatech offers three hygienic design options:

• Short continuous mixer
• Low continuous mixer
• Hanging continuous mixer

Each design offers specific advantages depending on your factory layout and sanitation goals. Whether you are working with limited floor space or aiming for maximum cleanability, Sobatech provides a continuous mixer solution to match your requirements.