Differences in production equipment for different types of laundry pods

In the production process of laundry pods, there are significant differences in the requirements for production equipment for different types of laundry pods (such as liquid, powder, and capsule forms). The following is a comparison and analysis of these different types of laundry pod production equipment.

1、 Liquid laundry pods

1. Production equipment

Mixed equipment

The main components of liquid laundry pods need to be evenly mixed, usually using a horizontal or vertical mixer, combined with a stirring device to ensure that the ingredients are fully blended.

Reaction kettle

For chemical reactions of certain components, such as surfactants, it may be necessary to use a reaction vessel for high-temperature or high-pressure reactions.

Filling equipment

Liquid laundry pods need to be quantitatively filled through filling equipment, usually using automated filling production lines to ensure consistent liquid volume for each pod.

closed system

Due to the easy leakage of liquids, a closed production system is required to prevent pollution and waste.

2. Characteristics

High flexibility

Liquid laundry pods can adjust their ingredients according to the formula to meet different market demands.

Fast production speed

Automated filling equipment can improve production efficiency, but precise control of liquid flow is required.

2、 Powder laundry pods

1. Production equipment

Mixer

The production of powder laundry pods usually requires large mixers (such as V-mixers or trough mixers) to evenly mix different powder materials.

Granulation equipment

In order to form a pod shape, the powder needs to go through granulation equipment (such as wet or dry granulators) to enable the powder to bond into particles.

Drying equipment

If wet granulation is used, drying equipment (such as spray dryer or fluidized bed dryer) is required to remove excess water to make the particles reach the required drying degree.

suppression equipment

Some powder pods may require compression molding equipment to press the particles into a fixed shape.

Packaging equipment

Finally, powder laundry pods require packaging equipment (such as automatic heat sealing packaging machines) for packaging.

2. Characteristics

lower cost

The raw material and equipment costs of powder laundry pods are relatively low, making them suitable for large-scale production.

Good stability

Compared to liquid products, powder products typically have a longer shelf life and lower requirements for storage and transportation conditions.

3、 Capsule laundry pods

1. Production equipment

Glue making equipment

Capsule laundry pods require specialized glue making equipment, which typically uses hot melt technology to shape capsule shell materials such as gelatin or plant-based materials.

Filling equipment

Filling equipment is used to fill mixed laundry detergent or powder into capsules, usually requiring precise control of the filling amount.

cooling system

Capsules need to go through a cooling system after molding to solidify, maintain their shape and stability.

Quality testing equipment

The production of capsule laundry pods requires strict quality testing equipment to ensure that the appearance, weight, and solubility of each pod meet the standards.

2. Characteristics

Strong convenience

The capsule form of laundry pods is convenient to use, and consumers only need to directly put them in without measuring them.

Excellent solubility

Capsule materials usually have good water solubility, which can quickly release washing ingredients and improve cleaning effectiveness.

The equipment required for the production of different types of laundry pods varies significantly. Liquid laundry pods emphasize the precision of mixing and filling equipment, while powder laundry pods focus on mixing, granulation, and drying processes, while capsule laundry pods require more complex gelation and filling techniques. Choosing suitable production equipment is crucial for improving production efficiency, ensuring product quality, and meeting market demand. When choosing a production line, enterprises should comprehensively consider the product type, production scale, and market demand in order to achieve the best production efficiency.