On-Demand Dilution: Dilute SLES From 70% to 27%

Our SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit delivers precise handling and accurate dosing, effortlessly diluting SLES from 70% to 27%.

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Advantages

What is SLES?

Process

Specifications

System Components

FAQs

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Effortless, Accurate, and Continuous Dilution of SLES

Tapflo’s SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit is fully automated and designed to dilute highly concentrated SLES at 70% down to process-ready concentrations of up to 27%.

Accurate & consistent dosing: Advanced automation and precise pump control ensure homogeneous, stable batches every time.
Efficient mixing & handling: Progressive Cavity Pump manages viscous SLES while Centrifugal Pump ensures fast and thorough transfer.
Robust, reliable construction: Stainless steel skid-mounted design built for durability and long-term operation.
User-friendly operation: PLC-controlled system allows easy setting of concentration, flow rate, and batch size, with continuous monitoring and recording.
Cost & downtime reduction: Optimised automation minimises operational costs and production interruptions.

System Advantages

Cost Efficiency

Dilute concentrated SLES in-house for lower costs, while saving energy with in-line mixing.

Scalable

Skid-mounted stainless steel design with optional ingredient dosing and tanker loading.

Flexible

Continuous or batch supply at desired concentrations, ready whenever you need it.

Quality

Precise dosing ensures stable, homogeneous solutions with full PLC/HMI traceability.

What is SLES?

SLES (Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate or Sodium Laureth Sulfate) is a surfactant widely used for its excellent foaming and cleansing properties.

Found in soaps, shampoos, toothpaste, detergents, and industrial cleaners
Requires dilution to ~27% before use in most production processes

Buying pre-diluted SLES is costly and inefficient. Tapflo’s Mixing & Dilution System enables on-site dilution, cutting costs while improving flexibility and control.

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SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit Process

Automated Blending Process for Precise SLES Dilution and Delivery

Step 1

Feeding

The Progressive Cavity Pump transfers concentrated 70% SLES into the mixing line.

Step 2

Mixing

A Centrifugal Pump blends SLES with water to the required concentration.

Step 3

Control

The PLC system adjusts flow rates & pump speeds based on operator settings.

Step 4

Monitoring

Flow meters, temperature/pressure sensors, and tranducers continuously track process conditions.

Step 5

Output

A stable, homogeneous SLES solution at the exact concentration (27%) is discharged for immediate use.

Showcasing our SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit

Showcasing our top-of-the-range SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit, built with stainless steel, a High Performance Centrifugal Pump and a touch-screen control unit.

Precise dilution
Option for continuous or batch supply
Tracing & recording of operation parameters
Local or remote control available

Key Specifications

Flow Rate:	Up to 30m³/hr
Discharge Pressure:	Up to 6 Bar
Concentration of SLES:	0-27%
Pumps:	A progressive Cavity Pump to feed the 70% SLES solution, and a Centrifugal Pump for mixing SLES with water, and pumping out the final solution
Control & Automation	Control Unit including PLC with touch screen, pressure transmitters, temperature transmitter, frequency inverters, flowmeters, and valves with a dedicated control system
Frame & Piping Material	AISI 304 & 316 Stainless Steel

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System Components

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Control Unit

User friendly interface for local/remote operation. Houses the PLC, frequency inverters, and a remote access module for full automation control.

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Raw SLES Line

From the Progressive Cavity Pump, with a waterline that meets at the mixing point, both being fed into the Centrifugal Pump.

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Diaphragm Valve

Applies controlled pressure to the mixed SLES and water stream, ensuring a consistent and fully homogenised product.

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Water Pressure Regulator

Designed to maintain stable inlet water pressure for consistent dilution and system reliability.

Unsure if the SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit is right for you? Let us help.

What is a SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit?

What industries commonly use SLES?

What is the typical output flow rate?

Can the unit be integrated into existing production lines?

Can the unit dose other ingredients that aren’t SLES?

How does this compare to manual dilution?

What is a SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit?

The SLES Mixing & Dilution Unit enables the user to successfully dilute and mix SLES (Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate or Sodium Laureth Sulfate) quickly and easily with minimal manual operation. This unit helps ensure a homogeneous mixture every batch.

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What industries commonly use SLES?

Common industries that use SLES are:

Cosmetics
Household
Pharmaceutical
Textiles
Print & Dyes
Agriculture

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What is the typical output flow rate?

Standard units deliver 5 or 10 m³/h. Custom systems are available up to 30 m³/h.

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Can the unit be integrated into existing production lines?

Yes, the compact skid design and PLC/HMI interface make integration seamless.

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Can the unit dose other ingredients that aren’t SLES?

Yes. Optional extensions allow dosing of additional liquids such as Betaine.

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How does this compare to manual dilution?

Tapflo’s automated system is faster, safer, more accurate, and more energy-efficient than manual methods.

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