
Stainless steel mixing tanks play an essential role in the industrial production of windshield washer fluid and glass cleaner. They are used to blend water, cleaning agents, solvents, and other formulation ingredients into a uniform liquid, providing the mixing capacity required for batch manufacturing at different production scales.
What Is a Washer Fluid Stainless Steel Mixing Tank?
A washer fluid stainless steel mixing tank is a processing vessel used to blend the ingredients of windshield washer fluid into a consistent liquid formulation. It provides a controlled space for adding ingredients and mixing them throughout each batch.
The tank is suitable for mixing windshield washer fluid formulations containing cleaning agents, solvents, and other additives. During mixing, the agitator circulates the liquid throughout the vessel, helping distribute the ingredients evenly.
Depending on the production layout, the finished washer fluid can be discharged into a stainless steel storage tank or transferred to a bottle filling machine for subsequent processing.
What Are the Main Components of a Washer Fluid Stainless Steel Mixing Tank?
Stainless Steel Tank Body
The stainless steel tank body holds the ingredients during mixing and provides structural support for the agitation assembly. Its dimensions are determined primarily by the required batch size and the available space in the factory.
Stainless steel is durable, sturdy, and hygienic, making it suitable for handling various liquid cleaning formulations while allowing easy cleaning of the tank between batches.
Agitation System
The agitation system consists of a motor, drive assembly, mixing shaft, and agitator. The motor transmits power through the drive assembly and mixing shaft to rotate the agitator, creating liquid circulation inside the vessel.
For low-viscosity washer fluid, the agitator is selected to promote circulation throughout the tank. Its style (such as a anchor agitator or a high speed disperser) and speed can be customized according to the formulation requirements.
Operating System
The operating system controls the start and stop functions of the mixing equipment. A basic button control panel can be used for routine operation, while a PLC-based system can be specified when you require more automatic control functions.
How Does a Washer Fluid Stainless Steel Mixing Tank Work?
The mixing process begins with the addition of water to the tank, followed by the remaining ingredients in the order specified by the formulation. The agitator is then started to circulate the liquid throughout the vessel.
As the agitator rotates, the resulting flow distributes the added ingredients through the batch. Mixing continues until the components are sufficiently incorporated and the liquid reaches the required uniformity.
Once mixing is complete, the finished washer fluid is discharged through the outlet for transfer to a stainless steel storage tank or automatic bottle filling equipment. The mixing time and agitation speed depend on the formulation, ingredient addition sequence, and batch volume.
Washer Fluid Stainless Steel Mixing Tank Technical Parameters
Parameter |
Specification |
Application |
Washer fluid and glass cleaner |
Working Volume |
50–5000 L |
Tank Material |
Stainless steel |
Agitator Type |
Anchor agitator or high speed disperser |
Agitation Speed |
According to agitator type |
Motor Power |
Optional (2.2KW, 4KW, 5.5KW, 7.5KW, 11KW) |
Control System |
Button control / PLC control |
Washer Fluid Stainless Steel Mixing Tank Details

