Fristam PL โ Powder Dissolver
High-performance hygienic powder dissolving system โ designed for rapid wetting, lump-free dispersion, and consistent inline powder into liquid processing.
What is the Fristam PL Powder Dissolver?
The Fristam PL Powder Dissolver is a hygienic inline dissolving system built around a Fristam FS shear blender mounted on a mobile frame with an integrated powder hopper.
The wheeled frame allows the unit to be easily transported within the factory or fixed in position as part of a production line.
During operation, powder is poured into the hopper while a liquid stream is generated beneath and processed through the shear blender, enabling rapid wetting and controlled dissolution.
Designed for food, beverage, dairy, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical manufacturing, the PL integrates into closed hygienic systems and supports full Clean-in-Place (CIP) operation for reliable, repeatable production.
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How the Fristam PL Powder Dissolver works
- Liquid is circulated through the system by a high-efficiency Fristam pump.
- Powder is introduced into the controlled liquid flow under vacuum-assisted wetting conditions.
- Immediate dispersion prevents floating powder, clumping, or agglomeration.
- The mixture is homogenized through high-shear processing and recirculation until fully dissolved.
- The system is cleaned via CIP (and optional SIP) without dismantling.
This controlled inline dissolving process delivers fast, repeatable, hygienic powder incorporation with minimal operator intervention.
Typical Applications of the Fristam PL
The Fristam PL enables consistent powder dissolution across hygienic industries, including:
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Food & Beverage
Sugars, salts, stabilizers, cocoa, and functional ingredients for beverages, syrups, sauces, and liquid bases.
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Dairy
Milk powders, whey, proteins, and stabilizing systems for yogurt, desserts, and ice-cream mixes.
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Pharmaceutical
Active ingredients and excipients for syrups, suspensions, and liquid formulations.
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Cosmetics & Personal Care
Powder incorporation into creams, lotions, gels, and shampoos.
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Chemical Processing
Polymers, additives, and soluble powders requiring controlled dispersion and dissolution.
Key Features of the Fristam PL
- Vacuum-Assisted Powder Wetting โ Ensures rapid liquid penetration and lump-free dissolution while minimizing air entrainment.
- High-Efficiency Inline Dissolving โ Delivers uniform dispersion and stable product consistency across varying viscosities.
- Hygienic Stainless-Steel Construction โ Provides corrosion resistance, durability, and long service life in clean production environments.
- Closed, CIP-Capable Design โ Supports fully automated hygienic cleaning without dismantling, reducing downtime.
- Flexible Process Integration โ Suitable for batch recirculation or continuous inline processing within existing production lines.
Optional Extras
- Bulk bag powder feeding adapters
- Gas/COโ protection hoods for sensitive or fermenting products
- Custom hopper geometries to prevent powder bridging
- Automated powder dosing integration
Benefits at a Glance
- Consistent Product Quality โ Uniform wetting and dispersion deliver repeatable, homogeneous solutions.
- Faster Processing โ Inline dissolution significantly reduces mixing time compared with tank addition.
- Reduced Raw Material Waste โ Complete ingredient utilization minimizes sedimentation, clumping, and product loss.
- Improved Operator Safety โ Controlled, closed powder handling reduces manual lifting, dust exposure, and spill risk.
- Lower Operating Costs โ Shorter processing, less rework, and efficient CIP reduce energy, water, and labor costs.
- Scalable Industrial Performance โ Reliable dissolving from pilot scale to full industrial throughput.
Fristam vs. Traditional Tank Dissolving
Inline dissolving with the Fristam PL provides:
- Immediate powder wetting instead of floating powders
- No dead zones or sediment build-up
- Faster, repeatable processing
- Improved hygiene and operator safety
- Fully CIP-able without additional CIP pumps, tank spray balls etcโฆ being required.
Technical Data
- Multiple system sizes available
- Maximum viscosity: 500 cP
- High powder intake capacity for soluble ingredients
PL SIZING (MM):
| Model | Measurements (mm) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length | Width | Height | Connecting pipework ร |
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| PL02 | 1,400 | 600 | 1,150 | 50 |
| PL03 | 1,550 | 650 | 1,200 | 65 |
| PL04 | 1,750 | 650 | 1,250 | 80 |
| PL05 | 1,900 | 700 | 1,300 | 125 |
FRISTAM PL SIZING CHART: 2,900 RPM
Powder Induction Rates (Metric Measurements):
| Model | Power | Application Data | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motor kW |
mยณ/h max |
Sugar kg/h |
NFDM kg/h |
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| PL02 | 7.5 | 20 | 1,000 | 800 |
| PL03 | 15 | 35 | 2,500 | 2,000 |
| PL04 | 30 | 60 | 3,300 | 2,800 |
| PL05 | 55 | 80 | 5,500 | 4,000 |
FRISTAM PL SIZING CHART: 3,500 RPM
| Model | Power | Application Data | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motor kW |
mยณ/h max |
Sugar kg/h |
NFDM kg/h |
|
| PL02 | 15 | 30 | 1,300 | 1,000 |
| PL03 | 30 | 55 | 4,000 | 2,500 |
| PL04 | 55 | 90 | 4,800 | 4,000 |
| PL05 | 110 | 125 | 8,000 | 6,000 |
Technical Data / Dimensions
| SIZE | FSP Shear Pump 2,900 min-1 โ 50 Hz |
Max powder intake capacity [kg/h] |
Minimum diameter of system pipe [mm] |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pump model |
Output [kW] |
Sugar granules |
Protein powder |
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| PL 02 | FSP 3522 | 5.5 โ 7.5 | 1,000 | 800 | 40 |
| PL 03 | FSP 3522 | 11 โ 15 | 2,500 | 2,000 | 50 |
| PL 04 | FSP 3542 | 18.5 โ 30 | 3,300 | 2,800 | 65 |
| PL 05 | FSP 3552 | 30 โ 55 | 5,500 | 4,800 | 80 |
| SIZE | Length (mm) |
Width (mm) |
Height (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| PL 02 | 1,200 | 600 | 1,000 |
| PL 03 | 1,400 | 600 | 1,050 |
| PL 04 | 1,750 | 600 | 1,100 |
| PL 05 | 1,900 | 600 | 1,150 |

Why Choose the Fristam PL?
- Mixing & Product Quality: Rapid, hygienic powder dissolution for uniform, lump-free liquid processing across regulated industries.
- Efficiency & Cost Reduction: Shorter processing times, reduced waste, and minimal rework lower total production cost.
- Health, Safety & Operation: Closed powder handling and ergonomic design improve operator safety and ease of use.
- Hygiene & Cleaning: Full CIP capability ensures fast, reliable cleaning for sensitive applications.
- Design & Integration: Durable stainless-steel construction with scalable inline integration.
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The Fristam PL Powder Dissolver is your solution for efficient, hygienic, and consistent high-shear mixing and homogenization. Discover how it can transform your production process and raise your product quality standards. Contact Fristam today for more information or to request a demonstration.
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Why is the Fristam PL Powder Dissolver sustainable Mixing Solution?
Sustainability & ESG Benefits of the Fristam PL
- Resource Efficiency (E) โ Complete powder utilization reduces raw material waste and disposal.
- Energy & Water Reduction (E) โ Shorter processing and efficient CIP minimize energy, water, and chemical use.
- Safe Working Environment (S) โ Closed, ergonomic powder handling improves operator wellbeing and safety.
- Responsible Manufacturing (G) โ Produced within traceable, globally certified supply networks.
- Long Service Life (E) โ Robust hygienic construction supports decades of reliable operation.

Frequently Asked Questions
A hygienic inline system for rapid, lump-free dissolution of powders into liquids with repeatable product quality.
A continuous process where powder is dispersed directly into a flowing liquid, improving wetting, consistency, and efficiency versus tank mixing.
The Fristam Powder Mixer has an extra pump which draws liquid into the system, as well as a table top as standard. The Fristam PL by contrast, uses a single shear pump to induct the liquid and homogenize โ it does not have a separate induction pump โ and it does not come as standard with a table top (although one can be added at the customers request).
The Fristam PL Powder Dissolver is an economical solution for customers that do not require a full Fristam Powder Mixer to successfully wet and homogenize powders into liquid.
The Fristam PL Powder Dissolver integrates a hopper into its design, allowing customers to have a convenient way to add powders into their liquid.
CIP covers, a tabletop, customized hoppers, adapters for automated feed and big bag unloading are all possible additions to the Fristam PL Powder Dissolver.
Vacuum-assisted powder induction, inline dispersion, recirculation, and CIP cleaning deliver fast, controlled dissolution.
Faster wetting, no clumps or dead zones, better repeatability, hygiene, and safety.
Fristamโs Mixing & Blending experts are incredibly skilled and experienced in evaluating a process to ensure its compatibility and success when being processed with one of our mixers. If you still want additional assurance, a product trial can be arranged. During this trial, a Fristam expert will be on site to help you set up and run your application with our technology.
Food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and chemical processing.
Sugars, salts, milk powders, proteins, stabilizers, excipients, polymers, and other soluble functional powders.
Yes โ designed for fully automated hygienic cleaning without dismantling.
It reduces raw material waste, lower energy and water use, safer operation, and long equipment lifespan.