IQS Newsroom Articles on Emulsifiers
Emulsifiers
Emulsifiers are industrial mixers that provide high-speed rotation and centrifugal force through a perforated screen in order to achieve emulsification, or the combination of two immiscible (unblendable)
substances. An example of emulsifiers is oil dispersed into water. Emulsifiers are very effective in applications in which a high shear is required, as they can provide fast mechanical and hydraulic shear.
Emulsifiers are common in the food processing, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and toiletry, chemical, agricultural, pulp and paper, automotive, and adhesive and sealant industries. There are countless substances emulsifiers are used for, including mixing beverages, medicines, adhesives, petroleum products, and more.
While some applications require specific types of emulsifiers, others can be achieved by a variety of methods. Cost effectiveness and efficiency are often the most important considerations when choosing emulsifiers.