Mixing is primarily
an interdependent function of numerous variable factors. It's a process that
leads to one end result, which is perfect movement of fluids in
predetermined volumes. Some of the factors on which the mixing equipment is
selected depends upon the material viscosity, volume of the containment
vessel.
Stirring and mixing devices are commonly found in all types of laboratories. The broad range of laboratory mixing equipment includes from simple mortar and pestle to stirring motors, magnetic stirrers, lab mixers, laboratory shakers, rotary evaporators etc. Caution is the key to successfully operate most of these mixing devices. The operations involving these devices are typically performed in a hood. Care should also be taken so that their operation prevents generation of any electrical spark. In case of motor operated power stirring and mixing devices only spark-free induction motors need to be used.
