Model 42P-1SS This new paddle blender from Charles Ross is designed for laboratory applications and can be used to blend plastic powders, granules or pellets. It features stainless-steel construction, a 1-horsepower motor and touch-screen PLC controls. A ribbon-type agitator is an option.

What's new? Advanced features, including recipe management, a pneumatic powder-charging port and a spray system for the addition of small amounts of liquids.

Benefits Convenient, automated blending and batch-to-batch consistency.

Charles Ross & Son Co., Hauppauge, N.Y., 631-234-0500, www.mixers.com