Description

Looking for a detergent powder making machine manufacturer and supplier in Delhi, India? Our detergent powder making machine is a complete, integrated system for producing free-flowing, uniform detergent powder from raw chemical ingredients. Whether you are starting a detergent brand from scratch or expanding an existing FMCG operation, this machine handles the entire process from mixing and agglomeration to drying and screening, producing a finished detergent powder that matches the consistency and appearance of leading market brands. The Indian detergent market is enormous and growing, and owning your own production capability gives you the flexibility to create custom formulations, respond quickly to market demand, and build your own brand identity. Every machine is manufactured at our Nangloi, Delhi factory with components chosen for durability, hygiene, and ease of operation.

What is a detergent powder making machine? A detergent powder making machine is an integrated system that combines several processing steps to convert liquid slurry or dry chemical ingredients into a homogeneous, free-flowing detergent powder. The typical process involves mixing the raw materials including surfactants, builders, fillers, enzymes, fragrances, and colourants into a uniform slurry, then agglomerating or spray-drying the slurry to form particles, and finally screening and cooling the particles to produce a consistent powder. Our machine simplifies this process into a practical, factory-floor-friendly system that does not require the massive spray-drying towers used by large detergent manufacturers, making it accessible and affordable for small and medium-scale producers.

Key Features and Build Quality. The system begins with a high-shear mixer that blends the liquid and dry ingredients into a smooth, homogeneous slurry. The mixer bowl is made from AISI 304 stainless steel with a polished interior surface that prevents ingredient sticking and allows easy cleaning between batches, which is important when switching between different detergent formulations. The mixer is driven by a powerful motor that handles even thick, high-solids slurry without stalling. From the mixer, the slurry is fed into an agglomeration unit where it is combined with a dry base powder, typically soda ash or sodium sulphate, in a rotating drum or plough mixer. The liquid slurry coats the dry particles and builds them up into granules of controlled size. The wet granules then pass through a fluidised bed dryer or a rotary dryer where warm air evaporates the remaining moisture, leaving behind hard, dry detergent granules. Finally, the granules are screened through a vibrating sieve that separates the on-specification powder from oversized particles, which are crushed and returned to the screen, and fine particles, which are recycled back into the agglomeration stage. The entire system is designed as a continuous or semi-continuous process, with the operator controlling feed rates, temperatures, and speeds from a central control panel.

How does the detergent powder making machine work? The operator begins by loading the dry base powder into the hopper of the agglomeration unit. Simultaneously, the liquid ingredients including surfactant paste, builder solution, fragrance, and colour are loaded into the high-shear mixer. The mixer blends these into a smooth slurry that is pumped or gravity-fed onto the dry base powder as it tumbles in the rotating agglomeration drum. The liquid coats the dry particles, and as they tumble against each other, they build up into granules. The moisture content at this stage is carefully controlled to ensure the granules are neither too wet, which would cause them to stick together, nor too dry, which would result in fine, dusty powder. The wet granules exit the agglomeration drum and enter the dryer section where warm air at 80 to 100 degrees Celsius passes through the granule bed, evaporating the remaining moisture to reach a final moisture content of less than 2 percent. The dried granules then pass over the vibrating screen where they are classified by size. On-specification granules, typically 0.5 to 2 millimetres in diameter, are conveyed to the packaging area. The entire process from raw material input to finished powder output takes approximately 15 to 30 minutes for a batch, depending on the formulation and the target particle size.

Technical Specifications. Our standard detergent powder making machine has a production capacity of 100 to 200 kilograms per hour of finished powder, which translates to approximately 800 to 1600 kilograms per eight-hour shift. The high-shear mixer has a working volume of 100 litres and is driven by a 5 HP motor. The agglomeration drum has a diameter of 600 mm and a length of 1500 mm, driven by a 3 HP motor with variable speed control. The drying system uses a 6 kW electric heater and a 1 HP blower, providing adjustable air temperature from 60 to 120 degrees Celsius. The vibrating screen has a diameter of 800 mm with mesh sizes configurable between 0.3 mm and 3 mm. The total connected power load is approximately 15 kW at 415V three-phase, 50 Hz. The overall system footprint is approximately 4000 mm by 1500 mm by 2000 mm in height, requiring a dedicated production area of about 40 to 50 square metres. A smaller laboratory-scale model with a 20 to 50 kilogram per hour capacity is available for product development and formulation trials.

Applications and Industries. This machine serves detergent manufacturing startups that want to produce and sell their own brand of washing powder, existing FMCG companies looking to add detergent production to their product line, private label manufacturers who produce detergent powder for other brands, institutional buyers who need large quantities of custom-formulated detergent for hotels, hospitals, and commercial laundry operations, and chemical companies that produce industrial cleaning powders for specialised applications. The machine is also used by training institutions and chemical engineering departments for teaching detergent manufacturing processes.

Benefits of Choosing Our Detergent Powder Making Machine. The integrated system design means you do not need to source and connect separate machines for each processing step, which saves time during installation and reduces the chances of compatibility issues between components. The batch-to-batch consistency that the automated controls provide ensures that every bag of powder your customers open has the same appearance, colour, and performance, which is essential for building brand trust. The ability to adjust the formulation, particle size, and colour in-house gives you complete control over your product and allows you to respond quickly to market trends such as the growing demand for herbal or eco-friendly detergents. The compact system footprint does not require a factory-scale facility, making it feasible to set up production in a small industrial unit. The food-grade stainless steel contact parts ensure that the machine can be thoroughly cleaned between batches of different formulations without cross-contamination.

Maintenance and Care. Clean the high-shear mixer thoroughly after every batch to prevent dried slurry buildup on the blades and bowl walls, using warm water and a suitable detergent solvent. Inspect the agglomeration drum liner every 200 hours and replace it if it shows signs of wear or coating buildup. The vibrating screen mesh should be checked daily for tears or blockages and replaced as needed to maintain proper particle classification. Clean the dryer air inlet filter weekly to maintain proper airflow and drying efficiency. Lubricate all bearings and drive components every 100 hours with a suitable industrial grease. Check the heater elements monthly and replace any that show reduced output. Drain and inspect the slurry pump seals monthly to prevent leaks. Keep spare screens, mixer blades, and heater elements in stock to minimise downtime during maintenance.

Frequently Asked Questions. What is the price of a detergent powder making machine? Our system pricing depends on the production capacity, level of automation, and any customisation required. Contact us for a detailed quotation. What raw materials do I need? The primary ingredients are surfactant paste such as LABSA, soda ash or STPP as builders, sodium sulphate as a filler, enzymes, fragrance, and colour. We can advise you on formulations and reliable raw material suppliers. How much space do I need? Our standard system requires approximately 40 to 50 square metres of production area with a ceiling height of at least 3 metres. Can I produce different detergent grades with the same machine? Yes, by adjusting the formulation, feed rates, and particle size settings, you can produce anything from economy detergent to premium concentrated powder.

Why Choose Our Delhi Factory and How to Order. We manufacture the detergent powder making machine at our Nangloi, Delhi factory, and our team has experience in FMCG production machinery that goes beyond just building the equipment. We can help you with formulation guidance, raw material sourcing advice, and production layout planning to ensure your detergent manufacturing operation is set up for success from the start. We offer pan-India delivery, installation, commissioning, and operator training. To discuss your detergent production requirements, call us at +91 8588856870. We welcome visits to our Nangloi factory where you can see the machine operating and producing detergent powder. We can also arrange a demonstration with your own trial formulation if you bring sample raw materials.