Simulation and finite element analysis of compression head of a homogenizer to analyze the mechanical strength with change in material composition

The Homogenizing process has the specific function of reducing the treated product particles to microns in order to improve the mixing process and the stability of the product. This process is used in all those sectors where a perfect emulsion and a high degree of suspension and dispersion are required, with perfectly stable and uniform micronized particles. Compression Head bears the external forces generated due to the moving Pistons, High rate of flow of beverage through the inlet header and the compression forces generated by the Homogenizing Device. In order to accommodate all the forces acting over it, different grades of Stainless steel with different composition of its alloys were studied and successfully verified through the Finite element Analysis.