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Flavours, Fragrances & Cosmetics
Specialised homogenisation and emulsion processing equipment for lab-scale development.
A guide to Armfield bench- and pilot-scale equipment for the flavours, fragrances, and cosmetics industries: high-shear mixers, vacuum emulsifiers, and pilot homogenisers built for product-development teams who need consistent emulsions and stable formulations.
What R&D teams do here
Emulsion stability
Selection of emulsifiers, droplet-size measurement, and accelerated stability protocols.
High-shear mixing
Rotor-stator design, shear rate, and energy input control.
Vacuum emulsification
De-aeration of cosmetic creams and lotions, prevention of oxidation in fragrance bases.
Encapsulation of actives
Liposomal and emulsion encapsulation for flavour and fragrance retention.
Rheology
Texture analysis, viscosity profiling, and yield-stress measurement.
Cleanability
Stainless construction and CIP-friendly geometry for fast formulation turnover.
The Armfield range
The hub-relevant Armfield equipment Hoskin Scientific supplies and services in Canada:
High-Shear Rotor-Stator Mixer
Bench-scale homogeniser for emulsions, dispersions, and de-agglomeration of powders into liquid phases.
Vacuum Emulsion Mixer
Jacketed vessel with anchor and high-shear agitation under vacuum, ideal for cosmetic creams and lotions.
Pilot Homogeniser
Two-stage piston homogeniser for stable fine-droplet emulsions in flavour and fragrance work.
Bench Mill
Colloid mill or bead mill for fine particle reduction in pigment and flavour pastes.
Filling and Capping Bench
Compact filler for trial-batch dispensing into final-pack containers.
Stability Cabinet
Controlled-temperature cabinet for accelerated and real-time emulsion stability testing.
Canadian application notes
Canada has a long-standing flavour and fragrance industry concentrated around Toronto and Montreal, plus a growing natural-cosmetics sector. Hoskin Scientific helps R&D teams scope cleanable, repeatable emulsion processing equipment that they can run for hundreds of formulation trials a year.
Why specify through Hoskin Scientific
- Pre-purchase consultation — matching equipment to your process objectives, footprint, and utilities.
- Quotation in CAD — including landed cost, duty handling, and trade-compliant documentation.
- Installation and commissioning — on-site, by Hoskin technicians familiar with Canadian electrical and process service standards.
- Service, calibration, and parts — held in Canada to keep long-running R&D programmes on schedule.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the smallest emulsion batch size?
Bench emulsion mixers can produce batches as small as 1 L for early formulation development.
Are vacuum emulsifiers available?
Yes. Jacketed vessels with anchor and high-shear agitation under vacuum are well-suited for cosmetic creams and lotions.
Can the equipment handle fragrance bases?
Yes. Vacuum emulsification minimises oxidation and de-aerates fragrance bases. Stainless construction ensures compatibility with most fragrance components.
Is bench filling and capping available?
Yes. Compact fillers for trial-batch dispensing into final-pack containers are offered.
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