Mixers and blenders are essential equipment in various industries for combining materials to achieve a uniform mixture. They are widely used in food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and other sectors. Mixers typically handle solid-solid, solid-liquid, or liquid-liquid combinations, while blenders are often used for dry materials or powders. Twin shell blenders, also known as V-blenders or V-cone blenders, are a specific type of blender designed for efficient and gentle mixing of dry powders and granules. They consist of two cylindrical sections joined at an angle to form a V-shape. As the blender rotates, the material is continuously divided and recombined, promoting thorough mixing without the risk of over-shearing or damaging the particles. The design of twin shell blenders allows for uniform mixing with minimal energy input and low heat generation, making them ideal for heat-sensitive materials. They are particularly effective for free-flowing materials and are commonly used in the pharmaceutical and food industries for blending ingredients like powders, granules, and other dry solids. However, twin shell blenders are not suitable for mixing liquids or very cohesive materials, as their design does not provide the necessary shear forces to break down lumps or mix viscous substances effectively.