--- title: Marion in the Mix Blog | Marion Process Solutions | Marion Process Solutions description: Stay on top of critical developments in material processing technology, industry trends, equipment application tips and more with Marion in the Mix today! --- [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/GGC2021/Blog_GGC_2021/images/marion_logo.png)](https://www.marionsolutions.com) Blog [Home](https://www.marionsolutions.com/) › [Blog](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog) View by Topic: - [Mixers (43)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/mixers) - [Blenders (25)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/blenders) - [Dryers and Thermal Processors (18)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/dryers-and-thermal-processors) [All (67)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog) More Topics           ** - [Mixers (43)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/mixers) - [Blenders (25)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/blenders) - [Dryers and Thermal Processors (18)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/dryers-and-thermal-processors) - [Food & Beverage Industry (13)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/food-beverage-industry) - [Aftermarket & Spare Parts (10)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/aftermarket-spare-parts) - [Announcements (6)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/announcements) - [Service/Maintenance (6)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/service-maintenance) - [Cleaning and Sanitation (3)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/cleaning-and-sanitation) - [Equipment Retrofiting (3)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/equipment-retrofiting) - [Cannabis & Hemp Industry (2)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/cannabis-hemp-industry) - [Equipment Testing (2)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/equipment-testing) - [Lump Breakers (2)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/lump-breakers) - [Pet Food Industry (2)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/pet-food-industry) - [Biomass Industry (1)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/biomass-industry) - [Centrifugal Sifters (1)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/centrifugal-sifters) - [Chemicals Industry (1)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/chemicals-industry) - [Choppers (1)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/choppers) - [Clean-in-Place Systems (1)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/clean-in-place-systems) - [Coffee Industry (1)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/coffee-industry) - [Distillery & Brewery (1)](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/tag/distillery-brewery) [![Opening event for Darwen UK Manufacturing](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Process%20Solutions%20UK%20Opening%20-%20Blog%20Header.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-uk-facility-opening-event) ## [Marion Process Solutions and Partners Celebrate the Opening of a New UK Facility](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-uk-facility-opening-event) Our new facility in Darwen, UK, was officially opened by the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen, Councillor Brian Taylor, on 15th October. Over 100 guests attended the event, which featured guided tours of the 60,000 sq ft facility and live... [![Profile view of Marion's chopper assembly. ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Chopper%20-%20Blog%20Header%20Image-v01.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/3-ways-our-new-chopper-design-gives-processors-an-edge) ## [3 Ways Our New Chopper Design Gives Processors an Edge](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/3-ways-our-new-chopper-design-gives-processors-an-edge) Choppers are an effective tool for breaking down clumps or dense materials in your mix, significantly enhancing the efficiency of your mixer or blender. [![Marion's new clean-in-place system with a cut-away that includes an outside view of CIP hoses and valves and of the inside of a mixer with CIP nozzles.](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/The%20Advantages%20of%20Automatic%20CIP%20Systems-v02.01.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-reasons-to-switch-from-manual-to-automated-cleaning) ## [4 Reasons to Switch from Manual to Automated Cleaning](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-reasons-to-switch-from-manual-to-automated-cleaning) Establishing an efficient and reliable cleaning process is a challenging yet crucial task for material processors. [![7 Questopns for comparing material processing equipment manufacturers](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Sales%20Enablement%20Blog%202.webp) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/7-questions-for-comparing-material-processing-equipment-manufacturers-on-quality-price-and-value) ## [7 Questions for Comparing Material Processing Equipment Manufacturers on Quality, Price and Value](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/7-questions-for-comparing-material-processing-equipment-manufacturers-on-quality-price-and-value) Mixers and blenders that last decades don’t always need to come with a hefty price tag. [![Icons that show myths of microwave drying: not heating evenly, too expensive and unsafe with images of four dried materials below](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/24-AMPG-0228_MythFacts_BlogImage_v04.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/microwave-drying-myths-separating-fact-from-fiction) ## [Industrial Microwave Drying Myths: Separating Fact from Fiction](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/microwave-drying-myths-separating-fact-from-fiction) Despite all the research, case studies and testimonials supporting the effectiveness of microwave-assisted heating equipment, several myths about the technology continue to persist. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/DJI_0045.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/ask-a-marion-mixing-expert-whats-the-deal-with-overmixing) ## [Ask a Marion Mixing Expert: What’s the Deal with Overmixing?](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/ask-a-marion-mixing-expert-whats-the-deal-with-overmixing) Figuring out the best way to obtain the perfect blend is the goal of every material processor. However, the pursuit of a uniform mix can sometimes lead to unintended consequences, particularly when it comes to overmixing. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Process%20Solutions%20coffee%20processing%20case%20study%20(3).png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marions-customized-mixing-solution-transforms-coffee-companys-production-process) ## [Marion’s Custom Mixing Solution Transforms Coffee Company's Production Process](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marions-customized-mixing-solution-transforms-coffee-companys-production-process) Due to increasing demand for its products, a well-known company in the coffee industry, known for offering high-quality and diverse coffee blends, needed to upgrade its production process to maintain its reputation for premium quality. [![Ribbon Agitator Design](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/23-AMPG-0228_Creative_-Ribbon_Agitators_V1_copy%20(2)%20(1).jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-aspects-to-assess-if-a-ribbon-agitator-is-a-suitable-option-for-your-mixer) ## [The Benefits of Ribbon Agitators: 4 Essential Considerations](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-aspects-to-assess-if-a-ribbon-agitator-is-a-suitable-option-for-your-mixer) When you think of scrubbing action, one type of agitator design should come to mind: the ribbon. [![4 Elements of Hybrid Agitators](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/23-AMPG-0228_Creative_-_Hybrid_Agitators_V1_copy%20(1)%20(1).jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-elements-that-make-hybrid-agitators-the-right-fit-for-your-mixer) ## [4 Conditions When Hybrid Agitators Shine in Your Mixer](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-elements-that-make-hybrid-agitators-the-right-fit-for-your-mixer) When considering all the components that go into building your industrial mixer, the agitator you choose can either add unnecessary time and costs to your process or speed things up and help you make more money. [![4 key factors for evaluating a fluidized paddle agitator on a horizontal mixer](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/23-AMPG-0228_Creative_-_Fluidizing_Paddle_Agitators_V2_copy.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/fluidizing-paddle-agitators-are-they-the-right-option-for-your-application) ## [The Advantages of Fluidizing Paddle Agitators: 4 Key Factors](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/fluidizing-paddle-agitators-are-they-the-right-option-for-your-application) Is a fluidizing paddle agitator the best choice for your mixing process? [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/23-AMPG-0228_Creative_-_4_Ways_O-Ring_Gaskets_Beat_Out_Tape_Gaskets_V2_copy-1.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-ways-o-ring-gaskets-beat-out-tape-gaskets) ## [4 Reasons Why O-Ring Gaskets Are Better than Tape Gaskets](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/4-ways-o-ring-gaskets-beat-out-tape-gaskets) When selecting or retrofitting your mixer, it’s important not to forget about one of the more critical parts your mixer needs: a strong seal between your cover and mixer. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion_Horizontal_Mixer_With_New_Paddle_Design%20(1).jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-paddle-agitator-offers-fast-cost-effective-product-validation) ## [New Paddle Agitator Design Offers Fast, Cost-Effective Validation](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-paddle-agitator-offers-fast-cost-effective-product-validation) Manufacturing improvements will accelerate lead times on select Marion Horizontal Mixers. MARION, IOWA – October 13, 2023 – Industrial processors who need to act fast and certify their production process meets requirements have a new way to do just... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/23-AMPG-0222%20Content%20-%20Marion%20Paddle%20News%20Article%20V3%20copy.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/5-factors-that-make-paddle-agitators-a-smart-mixing-option) ## [5 Factors that Make Paddle Agitators a Smart Mixing Option](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/5-factors-that-make-paddle-agitators-a-smart-mixing-option) When it comes to horizontal mixer design, the type of agitator you choose is almost as important as the mixer itself. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/image1.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/why-marion-is-the-best-choice-for-pet-food-mixing-and-pet-food-processing) ## [Why Choose Marion for Pet Food Mixing and Processing?](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/why-marion-is-the-best-choice-for-pet-food-mixing-and-pet-food-processing) In the competitive pet food manufacturing world, processing equipment's quality and efficiency play an essential and central role. Manufacturers strive for consistency, safety, and excellence in the final product, ensuring that each product that... [![Operator in a material processing facility opening two covers to a mixer. ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion_cover_blog_art.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/5-things-to-look-for-in-a-quality-cover-for-a-mixer) ## [5 Things to Look for in a Quality Cover for a Mixer](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/5-things-to-look-for-in-a-quality-cover-for-a-mixer) When it comes to choosing a mixer, things like trough size and agitator design tend to be the features people think about first. While these are important features to consider, mixer covers should also be top of mind. [![Before placing a parts order for a mixer or blender, there are a few things you should check to make sure you get the right parts for your machine.](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/6%20Things%20to%20Check%20Before%20Ordering%20Replacement%20Parts.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/6-things-to-check-before-ordering-processing-equipment-parts) ## [6 Things to Check Before Ordering Processing Equipment Parts](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/6-things-to-check-before-ordering-processing-equipment-parts) Before you place your next parts order for a mixer, blender or related type of processing equipment, there are a few things you should check to make sure you are getting the right parts – and the most value – out of your machine. [![To ensure your next equipment install goes smoothly, here are three of the most common mistakes we’ve seen (and what you can do to address them).](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/3%20Common%20Installation%20Mistakes.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/the-3-most-common-processing-equipment-installation-mistakes) ## [The 3 Most Common Processing Equipment Installation Mistakes](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/the-3-most-common-processing-equipment-installation-mistakes) Successful material processing equipment installations don’t happen by osmosis. [![To avoid unplanned downtime with mixers and blenders, motors are one of four recommended replacement parts you should keep in stock.](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/3%20Mixer%20Parts%20to%20Keep%20in%20Stock.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/3-mixer-and-blender-parts-to-keep-on-hand-to-avoid-downtime) ## [3 Mixer and Blender Parts to Keep on Hand to Avoid Downtime](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/3-mixer-and-blender-parts-to-keep-on-hand-to-avoid-downtime) When it comes to processing equipment like mixers and blenders, it’s often not a question of if, but when a crucial component will start to wear out. [![Retrofits and refurbishment can extend the lifespan of your equipment and can be completed in less time and for a fraction of the cost of a new equipment purchase. ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/When%20Refurbishing%20Makes%20More%20Sense.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/when-does-refurbishing-make-more-sense-than-buying-new) ## [When Refurbishing a Mixer or Blender Makes More Sense than Buying New](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/when-does-refurbishing-make-more-sense-than-buying-new) While we’d love it if everyone bought new mixers and blenders all the time, the truth is it’s not always necessary. [![Industrial Mixer with intensifiers](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/High-Speed%20Choppers-Choppers%20for%20Mixers-Marion.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/mixer-refurbishment-refresh-and-reset-for-improved-roi) ## [Mixer Refurbishment — Refresh and Reset for Improved ROI](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/mixer-refurbishment-refresh-and-reset-for-improved-roi) Facing a dwindling budget for capital expenditures? Need to improve the performance of your existing equipment? Even firms with the capital to spend find supply chain issues can delay new plant and processing equipment purchases or force a change in... [![sanitary food processing equipment](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/undefined-4.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/cleaning-food-processing-equipment) ## [How Marion Makes Cleaning Food Processing Equipment Easy](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/cleaning-food-processing-equipment) What does it actually mean when you say "clean?"  After all, every industry, environment, product line and process will involve somewhat different definitions of the words: clean vs. sanitary vs. 3A certified vs. contamination-free and more.... [![mixers for the chemical industry](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/mps-collage-chemical-mixersjpg.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/mixers-for-the-chemical-processing-industry) ## [Mixers and Blenders for the Chemical Processing Industry](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/mixers-for-the-chemical-processing-industry) Manufacturers are presented with numerous choices when it comes to process mixers and blenders for the chemical industry. Some mixers last 20, 30, 40 years or more. Deciding on an investment that is flexible and durable enough to take your company... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/mps-soc-twitter-website-launch.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marion-process-solutions-announces-updated-website) ## [Marion Process Solutions Unveils Newly Redesigned Website](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marion-process-solutions-announces-updated-website) Marion Process Solutions, a division of AMP Advanced Material Processing, announces the launch of a redesigned company website, https://www.marionsolutions.com/. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Handshake-Antoine.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-business-partner-announcement-nouveau-partenaire-commercial) ## [Marion Partners with PBH France To Serve European Customers](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-business-partner-announcement-nouveau-partenaire-commercial) In order to continuously improve our customer satisfaction, our European territory coverage and our reactivity, it is our great pleasure to announce you that we have appointed the company PBH France as our new exclusive sales representative within... [![Marion mixing technologies include hybrid agitators equipped with ribbon agitators and paddle agitators.](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Hybrid%20Mixers.jpg?width=448&name=Hybrid%20Mixers.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/industrial-horizontal-mixers-back-to-the-basics) ## [3 Horizontal Mixer Design Features that Optimize Performance](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/industrial-horizontal-mixers-back-to-the-basics) Three Key Considerations for Selecting Horizontal Mixing Equipment When it comes to mixing and blending, as in any established industry, the fundamentals can easily be taken for granted or, worse yet, completely overlooked. We'd like to argue the... [![Horizontal Mixers Checklist](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/OXchecklist_v2.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/horizontal-batch-mixers-how-to-make-the-right-choice) ## [Horizontal Batch Mixers: How to Make the Right Choice](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/horizontal-batch-mixers-how-to-make-the-right-choice) The Heartland OX Delivers All The Functionality You Need Whether you are in the market for a mixer (sometimes called a blender) to integrate into an existing processing line or you are looking for equipment to support a start-up, selecting quality... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/overview-image-for-heartland-page.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/overview-of-new-product-offerings-from-marion) ## [New Mixers, Blenders and Lump Breaker Added to Marion Line](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/overview-of-new-product-offerings-from-marion) Keeping the Momentum with our Heartland Values An Overview of Marion’s recent updates to their product lines [![horizontal mixer](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/heartland-ox-product.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-ox-paddle-mixer) ## [Marion's Heartland Series Introduces Powerful and Reliable Ox Mixer](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-ox-paddle-mixer) New Heartland Ox Horizontal Batch Mixer further expands product offering from industry leader. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/AMP_ThermalProcessLogo.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/advanced-material-processing-announces-new-division) ## [AMP Announces New Thermal Processing Division](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/advanced-material-processing-announces-new-division) Thermal Process Group Will Leverage Current Portfolio as Consultative Sales Leaders [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Photos%20for%20Mixer%20Emails/industrial_mixer_handbook2.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marion-takes-home-awards-for-educational-material) ## [Marion Takes Home Two Awards for Educational Material](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marion-takes-home-awards-for-educational-material) Marion’s educational campaigns for thermal processing, industrial mixing and food mixing were declared winners in the 18th annual Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) awards. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/lump-breaker-text-800x450.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-lump-breaker-product-from-marion-process-solutions) ## [New Lump Breaker Product from Marion Process Solutions](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-lump-breaker-product-from-marion-process-solutions) News Release: Marion Process Solutions Introduces Another Momentum Series Product [![Marion now produces clear, wide-spectrum terpene oil without color-changing contaminants. Approach solves the problem of high throughput terpene extraction](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/TXM.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marion-achieves-patent-pending-status-on-cannabis/hemp-industrys-premium-terpene-extract-technology-system) ## [Marion's Terpene Oil Extraction System Achieves Patent-Pending Status](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/marion-achieves-patent-pending-status-on-cannabis/hemp-industrys-premium-terpene-extract-technology-system) New Solvent-Free Technology Achieves Performance Breakthrough in Purity, Throughput and Efficiency [![cannabis hemp drying and processing](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/TP%20P4.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/kason-and-marion-name-process-system-integrator-abm-equipment-as-exclusive-cannabis-sector-partner) ## [Kason and Marion Name ABM Equipment Cannabis Sector Partner](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/kason-and-marion-name-process-system-integrator-abm-equipment-as-exclusive-cannabis-sector-partner) Two of the industry’s process equipment leaders in mixing/sorting/drying, Kason Corporation (www.kason.com) and Marion Process Solutions (www.marionsolutions.com), have come together to form an exclusive cannabis systems engineering and integration... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/MPS-2308-blog-image.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/momentum-series-new-products) ## [Marion Introduces New Products with Momentum Series Line](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/momentum-series-new-products) Fluidizing Paddle Mixer, V Cone and Double-Cone Blenders new additions to Marion Process Solutions’ product line. [![cleaning your mixer](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/MARION_Sanitation_Infographic.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/leaning-leaning-in-safety-in-cleaning-mixers) ## [Infographic: Mixer Design Features that Promote Safety](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/leaning-leaning-in-safety-in-cleaning-mixers) Leaning into your mixers is just one way to keep them clean. As you can see in this infographic, Marion makes it easy for you to keep your mixers (sometimes referred as blenders) clean. Don’t compromise on these features when you are choosing an... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/blob-3.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/testing-mixers-for-food-processing-how-we-work) ## [Testing Mixers for Food Refining and Processing: How We Work](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/testing-mixers-for-food-processing-how-we-work) When making a purchase of a mixer or blender for any type of industrial processing, there is only so much you can read and learn. In the end, you want to know how the machine will perform. Any reliable vendor will have several machines at their... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/MARION_Food_Infographic2.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/industrial-mixing-for-food-infographic) ## [Infographic: Mixer Design Requirements by Food Application](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/industrial-mixing-for-food-infographic) Find out the differences between four different types of food mixers. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/welded%20paddle.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/reducing-the-risk-with-3-a-authorization) ## [Reducing Food Contamination Risks with 3-A Standards](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/reducing-the-risk-with-3-a-authorization) 3-A represents the pinnacle of quality for hygienic standards of processing equipment in the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. 3-A Standards are based on American National Standards Institute (ANSI) requirements and allows acceptance by... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images18.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/repurposing-and-upgrading-industrial-mixers-aftermarket-services-that-extend-the-life-of-your-equipment) ## [Extend the Life of Your Industrial Mixer with Refurbishing](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/repurposing-and-upgrading-industrial-mixers-aftermarket-services-that-extend-the-life-of-your-equipment) Industrial mixers, also called blenders, are built to last, but what do you do when your needs change significantly? As much as we try to build mixers/blenders that anticipate future needs of our customers, after a decade or two—anything can happen.... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/welded%20paddle.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/cleaning-food-processing-equipment-is-cip-right-for-you) ## [What Defines 'Clean' in Food Processing Equipment?](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/cleaning-food-processing-equipment-is-cip-right-for-you) Clean-In-Place (CIP) often appeals to food processors because on the surface, it seems like an easy methodology that can save labor costs and time in cleaning food processing equipment. Purchasing CIP equipment is a major investment, so it is... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images4.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/perish-the-thought-mixing-of-perishable-foods) ## [Top Tips for Mixing and Processing Perishable Food Products](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/perish-the-thought-mixing-of-perishable-foods) Food processing always requires a high level of sanitation, as outlined in our blogs Reducing Risk with 3-A Authorization, Leaning In: Safety in Cleaning Mixers, and Top 3 Considerations in Choosing a Mixer for Food Processing. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Paddle%20Mixers.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/top-3-considerations-in-choosing-a-mixer-for-food-processing) ## [3 Keys to Selecting the Right Mixer or Blender for Food Applications](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/top-3-considerations-in-choosing-a-mixer-for-food-processing) The top 3 considerations in food processing are sanitation, sanitation, and sanitation. For that reason, you’ll find plenty of information on sanitation in our Food Processing Handbook as well on our blog Reducing Risk with 3-A Authorization and the... [![choosing the right agitator](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/MARION_Agitation_Infographic.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/choosing-the-right-agitator-for-your-application) ## [How to Choose the Right Agitator for Your Mixing Application](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/choosing-the-right-agitator-for-your-application) The agitator is the heart of your industrial mixer. Agitators have different qualities that are appropriate for different mixes. Sanitary agitators need to have welded rather than bolted surfaces. For some types of mixes, gentle mixing is... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images16.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/thermal-processing-equipment-cannabis-and-hemp) ## [Evaluating Thermal Processing Equipment for Cannabis and Hemp](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/thermal-processing-equipment-cannabis-and-hemp) Selecting the proper thermal processing equipment is a critical decision for companies in the burgeoning cannabis and hemp market. It’s not just about the immediate capital cost of the machine, which represents a significant investment, but the... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/batch-continuous%20mixer.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/batch-mixing-vs.-continuous-mixing) ## [Weighing Options: Continuous vs. Batch Mixing Pros and Cons](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/batch-mixing-vs.-continuous-mixing) Tips to finding the right mixer for your application. [![Marion Blog images11](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images11.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/how-do-they-do-that-industrial-microwave-thermal-processing) ## [How Do They Do That: Industrial Microwave Thermal Processing](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/how-do-they-do-that-industrial-microwave-thermal-processing) The first commercial microwave oven was officially introduced in 1946. Commonly referred to as the Radarange, it was an innovation derived from short-range radar technology originally developed in World War II. Microwaves have been used for... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/GGC2021/Blog_GGC_2021/images/marion_logo.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/avoid-the-burn-six-tips-to-avoid-material-loss-due-to-burning-case-hardening-and-other-costly-mistakes-when-thermal-processing) ## [6 Tips for Avoiding Thermal Processing Material Loss](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/avoid-the-burn-six-tips-to-avoid-material-loss-due-to-burning-case-hardening-and-other-costly-mistakes-when-thermal-processing) Thermal processing is a key component in the production of many types of foods, supplements, chemicals, biomass and pharmaceuticals today. As manufacturing scales up, one of the hidden costs associated with thermal processing is material loss due to... [![cannabis](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/cannabis.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-cannabis-processing-product-wavemix-cannabis) ## [New Cannabis Processing Product: WaveMix™ Cannabis](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/new-cannabis-processing-product-wavemix-cannabis) The heat is on when it comes to competition in the cannabis processing industry, and processors now have a new ally when it comes to increasing quality and throughput. Marion Processing Solutions announces its newest product: WaveMix™ Cannabis,... [![Marion Blog images8](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images8.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/moving-from-indirect-thermal-processing-to-microwave-six-major-benefits) ## [6 Advantages of Microwave Drying and Heating Technologies](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/moving-from-indirect-thermal-processing-to-microwave-six-major-benefits) Indirect heating methods have played an important role in industrial thermal processing for more than a century. Yet increasingly, producers are using industrial microwave technology to replace and/or supplement their existing equipment with... [![Marion Blog images16](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images16.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/5-things-to-look-for-in-your-hemp-drying-equipment) ## [5 Things to Look for in Your Hemp Drying Equipment](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/5-things-to-look-for-in-your-hemp-drying-equipment) Hemp and cannabis processors are turning to industrial drying equipment as they ramp up the volume of product being processed. Choosing the right equipment will help bring capacity, quality and profits into alignment. Below are a few tips to help... [![Marion Drying Curves](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/blob.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/cannabis-processing-the-importance-of-choosing-the-right-thermal-processing-equipment) ## [Thermal Processing Equipment Benefits for Cannabis](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/cannabis-processing-the-importance-of-choosing-the-right-thermal-processing-equipment) Cannabis as a whole represents an exciting business opportunity, especially given the explosion of the global hemp market, which is projected to grow at a compounded annual growth rate of close to 35% per annum over the next 5 years. [![Marion Blog images12](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images12.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/understanding-microwave-and-vacuum-technology-for-drying-heat-sensitive-products) ## [The Advantages of Microwave Drying Heat-Sensitive Products](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/understanding-microwave-and-vacuum-technology-for-drying-heat-sensitive-products) While industrial microwave heating has been around for more than seventy years, it is in the last few decades where it has evolved as a serious contender in thermal processing applications. That’s due to the higher overall efficiency of microwave... [![Marion Blog images14](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion%20Blog%20images14.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/five-key-considerations-choosing-the-right-thermal-processing-technology) ## [5 Tips for Choosing the Right Thermal Processing Technology](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/five-key-considerations-choosing-the-right-thermal-processing-technology) Choosing the right thermal processing equipment is a decision that will affect your production line for decades. It’s not just about the immediate capital cost of the machine, which represents a significant investment, but the long-term costs that... [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/blob.jpeg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/i-am-safety) ## [To Improve Safety at Your Facility, Remember These Rules](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/i-am-safety) I Am Safety – I Own It. This is our mantra at Marion Process Solutions. Not only is safety one of our core behaviors, it resides at the top of the list. It’s a simple concept really, but profoundly important in any manufacturing facility. [![](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/GGC2021/Blog_GGC_2021/images/marion_logo.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/prevention-is-the-best-cure-for-safety-and-productivity) ## [Prevention is the Best Cure for Safety and Productivity](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/prevention-is-the-best-cure-for-safety-and-productivity) Benjamin Franklin said, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” and that certainly rings true today, especially in the processing industry where safety and efficiency are of the utmost concern. That’s why preventative maintenance should be... [![High-Speed Choppers-Choppers for Mixers-Marion](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/High-Speed%20Choppers-Choppers%20for%20Mixers-Marion.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/high-speed-choppers-choppers-for-mixers-marion) ## [Achieve Maximum Blending Results with High-Speed Choppers](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/high-speed-choppers-choppers-for-mixers-marion) Mix times got you down? Experiencing trouble breaking up agglomerates in your blend? Results not where they should be? Well… sometimes you just have to whip it – whip it good. Let’s talk about high-speed choppers and the benefits they can deliver in... [![Paddle Mixers](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Paddle%20Mixers.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/paddle-ribbon-or-hybrid-how-to-choose-the-right-mixer-agitator-for-your-application) ## [Paddle, Ribbon or Hybrid? Evaluating Mixer Agitator Options](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/paddle-ribbon-or-hybrid-how-to-choose-the-right-mixer-agitator-for-your-application) Confused about which agitator to choose for your customized mixer? You’re not alone. Turns out, many of our customers have the same concern, and rightly so, because it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll have to make. That’s because the... [![www.marionsolutions.comfiles261438178377sn-13022small](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/www.marionsolutions.comfiles261438178377sn-13022small.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/avoid-the-hidden-costs-of-generic-mixers) ## [How to Avoid the Hidden Costs of Operating Generic Mixers](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/avoid-the-hidden-costs-of-generic-mixers) Consider customized mixers for your industrial needs Your industrial mixer (or blender) will likely be with you 20+ years, so it’s important to make a choice that will serve your production line long-term. If you’ve come from an industrial planning... [![Marion_Plastics_3](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion_Plastics_3.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/3-tips-for-choosing-the-right-mixer-for-your-application) ## [Three Tips for Choosing the Right Mixer for Your Application](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/3-tips-for-choosing-the-right-mixer-for-your-application) You’ve prepped for months, maybe even years to purchase a new mixer for your application only to find you made the wrong choice. Now you’re fraught with buyer’s remorse - not sure what to do next. If you’re having mixed feelings about your next... [![Lip_Seal_1](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Lip_Seal_1.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/smart-solutions-for-better-shaft-sealing) ## [Save More Product (and Money) with Better Shaft Sealing](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/smart-solutions-for-better-shaft-sealing) At Marion Process Solutions, we’re always looking for new ways to make your job easier. With over 80 years of applications experience we understand the challenges you face in your day-to-day manufacturing operations. That’s why we put our best... [![Agitator_shaft_1](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Agitator_shaft_1.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/analyzing-the-technical-features-and-benefits-of-agitator-shafts) ## [The Key Technical Features and Benefits of Agitator Shafts](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/analyzing-the-technical-features-and-benefits-of-agitator-shafts) A horizontal agitator inside a mixer is a device used to put materials into motion by lifting and scooping or scrubbing the particles against each other. They can come in many sizes and varieties, depending on the task at hand. In general, agitators... [![3-A Doc](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/3-A%20Doc.jpg) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/making-the-grade-in-sanitary-standards) ## [Making the Grade With 3-A Sanitary Standards](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/making-the-grade-in-sanitary-standards) When it comes to providing the highest level of sanitation standards, does your mixing and blending equipment make the grade? Unless it’s designed to 3-A standards, the answer is no. 3-A Sanitary Standards, Inc. (3-A SSI) is an independent,... [![Marion_Plastics_4](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion_Plastics_4.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/efficient-and-effective-solutions-for-plastics-applications) ## [Precision in Plastic: Marion's Processing Equipment Support](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/efficient-and-effective-solutions-for-plastics-applications) The plastics industry has faced some significant challenges over the past few decades brought on by growing regulations that govern the production, disposal and cleanup of hazardous chemicals, as the usage of plastic products contributes to... [![Marion_Food_1](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/hubfs/Marion_Food_1.png) ](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/safety-in-numbers) ## [Key Mixer Design Features for Food Safety and Efficiency](https://blog.marionsolutions.com/blog/safety-in-numbers) Each day hundreds of millions of people all over the world consume food products that have been through some sort of processing plant. From meat and vegetables to drinks and desserts, each one must pass the highest regulatory standards to ensure... Show more