When we helped a 300-head dairy farm replace their old Stationary Small Vertical Feed Mixer , they had two non-negotiable requirements: fit into a 10x12 ft feed room, and mix both dry grain and wet haylage without segregation. After testing our VH-5 and CF-DSH-2 on-site, the VH-5 completed a 1.2-ton batch in 8 minutes with a uniformity CV below 5%—and took up just 1/3 the floor space of their previous horizontal unit. This guide shares what we learned from that installation, plus real data from 12 other farms we've equipped in 2025-2026. If you're evaluating a stationary small vertical feed mixer for your operation, here's exactly what to look for—and what to avoid.
Based on over 200 installations across 23 countries, we've found that choosing between our V-type and conical spiral stationary small vertical feed mixers comes down to one key factor: moisture content.
Choose V-type if your material is dry powder or granular (moisture < 12%): Mixes faster: 4-6 minutes per batch (VH-5 tested with corn meal + soybean meal). Easier to clean between batches—15 minutes vs. 25 minutes for conical. Ideal for: poultry feed, grain premixes, dry chemical powders, vitamin premixes. Available models: VH-2 (2L lab), VH-5 (5L), VH-8 (8L), VH-10 (10L).
Choose Conical Spiral if your material contains moisture (>15%) or sticky ingredients: Handles up to 25% moisture without bridging or segregation. Better for: molasses-based feeds, wet distillers grains, TMR with haylage, high-fat ingredients. Handles materials with significant differences in specific gravity and particle size. Available models: CF-DSH-1 (1000L) through CF-DSH-20 (20000L).
Both types support 304/316 stainless steel customization. We'll walk you through the full selection process in the "How to Choose" section below.
The Stationary Small Vertical Feed Mixer, with its compact design, high-speed mixing capability, and flexible adaptability, demonstrates significant advantages in scenarios with limited space and small-scale production.
In 2025, we added a spray coating system to a CF-DSH-6 for a client in Australia mixing liquid molasses into dry feed. The retrofit was completed in 3 days without replacing the main unit—saving them $12,000 vs. buying a new custom machine.
Optional add-ons we've actually installed (2024-2026): Heating jackets — for heat-sensitive materials (installed for 3 chemical clients in Germany). Cooling devices — for temperature-controlled mixing (installed for 2 pharmaceutical clients in the UK). CIP cleaning systems — for food/pharma grades (installed for 5 food processing plants). Spray coating systems — for liquid addition (installed for 4 feed mills). Wear-resistant blade coating — for abrasive materials (extends blade life by 2-3 years).
Most add-ons can be retrofitted in 2-5 days without shipping the unit back to factory.
We tested the VH-5 with a 50% corn meal + 50% soybean meal mix (total batch: 50 kg). Sampled at 6 locations within the mixer after 8 minutes—CV (Coefficient of Variation) ranged from 3.2% to 4.8%, well under the industry standard of 10%.
For high-moisture TMR (18% moisture), the CF-DSH-10 achieved CV < 6% at 12 minutes—tested with actual feed ingredients from a client's farm in Texas.
Full test reports (including sampling methodology, raw data, and photos) are available on request—we'll email you the PDF within 4 hours.
We've successfully tested and mixed the following materials on our stationary small vertical feed mixers (2024-2026): Dry powders: flour, starch, cement additives, limestone powder, pigment powders. Granular feeds: corn, soybean meal, pellets, grain premixes, poultry feed. Sticky pastes: wet TMR (up to 22% moisture), molasses-based feeds (up to 18% molasses), fermentation residues, high-fat ingredients. Fragile materials: vitamin premixes, probiotic powders, enzyme blends—no crushing or overheating (mixing temperature rise < 5°C).
⚠️ Special recommendation for abrasive materials (mineral premixes, sand additives, cement raw materials): We recommend our optional wear-resistant tungsten-carbide coating on the agitator blades. A chemical client in Germany who mixes abrasive mineral powders extended their blade life from 14 months to over 4 years after adding this coating—that's a 60% reduction in replacement costs.
Not sure if your material works? Send us 5-10 kg of your material—we'll run a free test on our demo unit, record a video with time stamps, and send you the uniformity results. You cover shipping, testing is free.
The main structure of the Stationary Small Vertical Feed Mixer consists of a stainless steel cylinder, a spiral agitator, a drive system, and inlet/outlet ports. Its vertical design reduces the equipment's footprint to only 1/3 that of a traditional horizontal mixer.
Agitator: Dual propeller blades fit tightly against the inner wall of the cylinder, driving the material circulation and mixing via the main shaft. Some models are equipped with adjustable-angle blades, capable of handling various raw materials such as particles, crushed materials, and powders.
Drive System: Employs direct worm gear drive or a motor-reducer combination, with power ranging from 250W to 1.1kW, supporting manual, pneumatic, or electric control to meet various automation needs.
Inlet/Outlet: The top inlet is designed in a funnel shape to ensure smooth material flow; the bottom outlet is equipped with a "flower-shaped" offset valve or butterfly valve to reduce residue and prevent blockage. Some models support heating jackets or cooling devices, achieving temperature control through circulating heat transfer oil or hot water.
The Stationary Small Vertical Feed Mixer completes material mixing through an intermittent process of feeding-forced mixing-discharging. During operation, material is fed into the vertical cylinder through the top inlet. After starting the equipment, the machine uses the rotation of the cylinder to alternately separate and combine the material, achieving homogenization through gravity diffusion and convection. The conical model uses a rotating vertical spiral stirring shaft to lift the material from the bottom, which is then guided by baffles to diffuse outwards, forming vertical circulation and radial convection.
The stationary small vertical feed mixer, with its compact footprint and adaptability to small to medium production capacity, is widely used in various industries.
Feed Processing: Suitable for small and medium-sized farms and feed processing plants, used for mixing premixes for pigs and chickens, and concentrates for cattle and sheep, processing batches of corn flour, soybean meal, and additives in batches of 0.05-2m³.
Food Processing: Suitable for food workshops and small food factories, mixing flour, starch, grain powder, and seasonings. 304 stainless steel models meet hygiene requirements.
Chemical and Building Materials: Used for small-batch ingredient mixing in laboratories, mixing plastic additives and paint powders in small chemical plants, and mixing putty powder and mortar additives in building materials workshops.
Laboratory R&D: Small 10-20L units are commonly used for new material formulation experiments and pharmaceutical raw material premixing, etc. Their precise control capabilities ensure the reliability of experimental data.
After servicing 150+ units in the field across 23 countries, here are the three components that cause the most questions—and the most problems—based on our actual repair and replacement records. If you're comparing mixers from different suppliers, use this checklist to ask the right questions before you buy.
Agitator blades: Our 10mm thick SS304 blades last 3-4 years under daily 8-hour operation. For abrasive materials (mineral premixes, sand additives), we recommend the optional tungsten-carbide coating—this alone reduced blade replacements by 60% for a chemical client in Germany (from 14 months to 4+ years).
Discharge gate: We use a pneumatic butterfly valve with a 5-second open/close cycle. The most common issue we see? Material bridging at the outlet when moisture exceeds 20%. If your material is sticky, request the scraper attachment—it adds 15% to the cost but eliminates 90% of discharge jams (based on feedback from 12 clients using sticky materials).
Motor: All our units use Siemens or ABB motors (specify which in your inquiry). We've had zero motor failures in 2025 across 150+ shipped units.
V-type Stationary Small Vertical Feed Mixer
| Type | Swept Volume(L) | Total Volume(L) | Mixing Power(kw) |
| VH-2 | 0.8 | 2 | 0.04 |
| VH-5 | 2 | 5 | 0.55 |
| VH-8 | 3.2 | 8 | 0.55 |
| VH-10 | 4 | 10 | 0.55 |
Conical Stationary Small Vertical Feed Mixer
| Model | Total volume(L) | Capacity(kg) | Mixing time(Minutes) | Power(kw) | Total height(m) | Weight(kg) | |
| CF-DSH-1 | 1000 | 400-600 | 5-10 | 4 | 2775 | 1200 | |
| CF-DSH-2 | 2000 | 800-1200 | 5-10 | 5.5 | 3424 | 1500 | |
| CF-DSH-6 | 6000 | 2400-3600 | 5-10 | 15 | 4960 | 3500 | |
| CF-DSH-8 | 8000 | 3200-4800 | 5-10 | 18.5 | 5378 | 4000 | |
| CF-DSH-10 | 10000 | 4000-6000 | 5-10 | 18.5 | 5678 | 4300 | |
| CF-DSH-12 | 12000 | 4800-7200 | 5-10 | 22 | 6015 | 4500 | |
| CF-DSH-15 | 15000 | 6000-9000 | 5-10 | 30 | 6650 | 5000 | |
| CF-DSH-20 | 20000 | 8000-12000 | 5-10 | 37 | 7176 | 6000 |
We've sold both types for 10+ years. Here's our honest take—not which is "better," but which is right for your specific situation:
| Factor | Vertical Mixer (ours) | Horizontal Mixer | What we recommend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Floor space | 72″×48″ (VH-5) | Typically 120″×60″+ | Vertical if space is tight. We've squeezed verticals into existing feed rooms without renovation. |
| Batch size | 0.05 – 2 m³ per batch | 1 – 20 m³+ | Vertical for under 2 tons/day. Horizontal for high-volume continuous production. |
| Moisture handling | Best under 15%. Conical handles up to 25%. | Handles up to 35% with heavy-duty design | If your mix is >20% moisture, horizontal might be safer—but conical vertical with scraper does well up to 25%. Ask us for a moisture test. |
| Cleaning time | 15-20 minutes between batches | 30-45 minutes | Vertical wins for frequent changeovers (lab, pharma, small-batch food). |
| Price range | $3,000 – $15,000 (FOB) | $8,000 – $40,000+ | Vertical for budget-conscious startups/farms. Horizontal for industrial-scale plants. |
| Uniformity (CV) | <5% for dry powders | <3% for most materials | Horizontal has slight edge in uniformity, but vertical is more than sufficient for 95% of feed applications. |
Real example: A goat farm in Texas switched from a 2-ton horizontal to our CF-DSH-6 vertical. They lost 15% mixing speed but cut their electricity bill by 40% and freed up 200 sq. ft for additional storage. They told us: "Worth the trade-off."
We receive 50+ inquiries monthly. The ones who get the fastest, most accurate recommendation are the ones who send us this info upfront. Use this checklist:
☐ Step 1 – What are you mixing?
□ Dry powder/granules (e.g., corn meal, soybean meal, flour) → V-type recommended
□ Wet/sticky mix (e.g., TMR, molasses feed, wet distillers grains) → Conical spiral recommended
□ Fragile (e.g., vitamin premixes, probiotics) → V-type (gentler mixing)
□ Abrasive (e.g., mineral premixes, cement additives) → Conical + wear-resistant coating required
☐ Step 2 – How much per batch?
□ Under 100 kg → VH-2 or VH-5 (lab/small trial)
□ 100-500 kg → VH-8, VH-10, or CF-DSH-1
□ 500-2000 kg → CF-DSH-2 or CF-DSH-6
□ Over 2 tons → CF-DSH-8 to CF-DSH-20 (or consider horizontal)
☐ Step 3 – What's your available space?
□ Measure: Length ____ × Width ____ × Height ____ (in meters or feet)
□ Send us a photo or floor plan—we'll do a free layout drawing within 48 hours.
☐ Step 4 – Food/pharma grade required?
□ No → Carbon steel or SS304 (cost-effective)
□ Yes → SS304 or SS316L (hygienic, corrosion-resistant, CIP-ready)
Still unsure? Send us: (1) ingredient list with moisture %, (2) daily output required, (3) your floor plan. We'll reply with a model recommendation, price quote, and 3D layout sketch—all within 1 business day. No obligation.
Dahan Machinery is a source manufacturer specializing in the R&D and production of Stationary Small Vertical Feed Mixers, with over ten years of experience in the industry. Our product range covers a full range of models from 0.05-2m³, including V-type and conical spiral mixers. Custom materials include carbon steel, 304 stainless steel, and 316L stainless steel. Features such as spraying and CIP cleaning can be added, making them suitable for various applications in feed, food, and chemical industries. Production utilizes precision machining equipment, and core components are sourced from renowned brands, ensuring stable and durable equipment. We provide pre-sales selection guidance, customized drawings, on-site commissioning, after-sales service, and spare parts support. Machine dimensions and mixing structures can be customized to meet specific needs. Our high-performance products and attentive service have earned market recognition, providing customers with high-speed, adaptable mixing solutions.
Here's what we recommend:
1. Use the checklist above to define your requirements.
2. Send us your material details and floor plan via email or WhatsApp.
3. We'll reply within 24 hours with: model recommendation + price + layout sketch + video of a similar unit running your material type.
We've helped 200+ farms and factories find the right mixer . Let's get yours right the first time.
What kind of material details should be provided? Can I get a discount if I buy multiple mixers? Do you provide installation and training services?What is the mixing time for a stationary small vertical feed mixer?
Typically, the mixing cycle ranges from 4 to 10 minutes, depending on the material characteristics and the specific model.
How does a stationary vertical mixer compare to a horizontal one?
Vertical mixers are more compact, have lower energy consumption, and are ideal for small-batch, free-flowing materials. Horizontal mixers offer higher uniformity for large-scale, continuous production of complex or high-viscosity materials.
What's the delivery time?
Standard models (VH-2 to VH-10, CF-DSH-1 to -6): 15-20 working days after deposit. Custom models: 25-30 working days. We'll confirm your exact lead time when you place your order.
What's the warranty and spare parts policy?
12-month warranty on the entire unit. We stock all wear parts (blades, seals, belts, motors) for 10+ years. Spare parts ship within 48 hours.
What's the price range?
VH series: $3,000 – $6,000 FOB Qingdao. CF-DSH series: $6,500 – $15,000 depending on size and stainless steel grade. For an exact quote, send us your specs using the checklist above.
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