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Drag to rotate. 3D illustration, not an exact model.Outer size 154 x 100 x 98 in (392 x 254 x 249 cm)
- Usually ships within 7 daysShips from Ronkonkoma, NY
- Fast, Efficient Melting2-3x faster melting using half the electricity
- BBB A+ RatedBetter Business Bureau A+ rating
- Built by the Factory TeamEngineering, parts and support from the people who build it
- 1-Year / 3-Year Limited Warranty1 year on electrical, 3 years on metal parts
- Talk to the Factory(888) WAX-MELTERS | (888) 929-6358 or request a quote
PRIMO 45000 Industrial Melter | 45,000 lb / 5,984 gal (22,653 L)
Stainless steel waterless PRIMO 45000 industrial wax melter: 45000 lb (20412 kg), 5984 gal (22653 L) heated tank, digital control, 2-3X faster melting. Starting price $153,500 USD. Usually ships within 7 days. Voltage: 220-240 V, 480 V or 600 V.
Capacity: 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters)
Typical materials: candle wax, paraffin, soy, palm, beeswax, gel and container wax.
Wax is usually sold by the pound; soap, honey and other liquids by the gallon. See the full pounds to gallons chart.
Key Specifications
An industrial PRIMO tank that also serves as a commercial wax melter, commercial candle wax melter, commercial soap melter and commercial honey tank: one commercial melting tank, configured for your material.
| Capacity | 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters) |
|---|---|
| Standard heating power | 52000 W |
| Temperature range (standard) | Up to 212°F / 100°C |
| Voltage options | 220-240 V, 480 V or 600 V configurations available |
| Overall size (L x W x H) | 154 in L x 100 in W x 98 in H / 392 x 254 x 249 cm |
| Inner tank size | 150 in L x 96 in W x 96 in deep / 381 x 244 x 244 cm |
| Construction | Double-Wall Insulated Stainless Steel |
| Product-contact material | Stainless Steel |
| Controller | Digital Material-Temperature Controller |
| Rapid-Cycle / Thermal Conditioning power | 52,000 W |
Options (voltage, temperature, valve, stand, casters, warranty plan) change the price live above. Power and limits for X-Treme options vary by model.
Manual
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PRIMO 45000 Industrial Melter
| Capacity | 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters) |
|---|---|
| Standard heating power | 52000 W |
| Overall size (L x W x H) | 154 in L x 100 in W x 98 in H / 392 x 254 x 249 cm |
| Lead time | Usually ships within 7 days |
From $153,500
PRIMO 45000 Industrial Melter
Fast, Even, Digitally Controlled Waterless Melting
The PRIMO 45000 is a stainless steel industrial wax melter engineered to combine fast melting, even heat distribution, digital temperature control and energy-efficient operation in an insulated production vessel with waterless PRIMO heating.
Capacity: 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters)
Inner Dimensions150″ L × 96″ W × 96″ deep
381 × 244 × 244 cm
381 × 244 × 244 cm
Outer Dimensions154″ L × 100″ W × 98″ H
392 × 254 × 249 cm
392 × 254 × 249 cm
Standard Heating52000 W
Digital temperature control
Digital temperature control
Why PRIMO
Speed, Even Heating and Efficiency, Without Excessive Heat Intensity
PRIMO is designed around the complete melting process. The objective is fast production melting while maintaining more controlled heat distribution, repeatable temperature control and low heating demand.
Even, Controlled Heating
PRIMO is engineered to heat evenly throughout the vessel instead of relying on a high-wattage localized heat source. This helps reduce hot spots and provides more controlled melting and holding.
Half the Electricity
PRIMO melts 2 to 3X faster using half the electricity while delivering faster melting and production recovery.
Digital Material-Temperature Control
Adjustable digital control maintains repeatable material-temperature setpoints for melting and heated holding without relying on uncontrolled high-intensity heat input.
Why not simply use more direct heat?
Higher-wattage direct-heated pots can transfer heat very quickly, but concentrated heat can also create localized hot surfaces and greater scorching or material-degradation risk. PRIMO is designed for a production balance of speed, even heating, digital control and energy efficiency.
Higher-wattage direct-heated pots can transfer heat very quickly, but concentrated heat can also create localized hot surfaces and greater scorching or material-degradation risk. PRIMO is designed for a production balance of speed, even heating, digital control and energy efficiency.
Melt times and energy use vary by material, starting temperature, batch load, ambient conditions, electrical configuration and operating procedure.
More Usable Capacity
PRIMO 45000 Is Built for 45,000 lb-Class Production
The PRIMO 45000 provides a capacity of approximately 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters).
The tank is sized around usable production volume and process requirements.
More usable capacity can mean fewer refills, more material available for filling or transfer and additional production flexibility before moving to the next PRIMO size.
Designed For
Production Wax Melting Across Multiple Industries
Candle Manufacturing
Soy, paraffin, coconut blends, pillar wax, container wax and other compatible candle-wax formulations.
Beeswax & Food-Contact Wax
Beeswax, cheese-coating wax, packaging wax and compatible food-contact wax processes.
Cosmetic & Specialty Wax
Depilatory wax, skincare waxes, microcrystalline wax, casting wax and other compatible wax-based materials.
Standard Equipment
What Comes With the PRIMO 45000
- Stainless Steel Product-Contact Vessel
- #4 stainless interior finish
- Double-wall insulated construction
- Stainless steel lid
- Digital temperature controller
- Permanent PRIMO waterless heating system
- Illuminated power controls and electrical protection
- Outlet / ball-valve configuration as selected
- Electrical configuration as selected for the model
- Built for repeated production use
Configure the System
Standard Equipment First, Production Options as Needed
Process & Cleanability
Intended-use review, washdown environment and enhanced smooth-ground interior weld finishing.
Material Handling
Agitation, wax filtration, outlet size, heated valves and downstream transfer requirements.
Installation
Voltage, stand, casters, temperature range and other production-system options where offered for this model.
Operating & Support Resources
Instructions, Controls and Warranty
PRIMO Manuals
Find My Manual
Find My Manual
Controller Instructions
Current Controller Instructions
Current Controller Instructions
Warranty & Protection
Warranty Information
Warranty Information
Nearby PRIMO Sizes
PRIMO 45000 and Nearby Sizes
| Model | Capacity | Capacity | Typical Production Fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRIMO 15000 | 15,000 lb (6,804 kg) | 1,957 gal (7,412 L) | Plant-scale / centralized thermal processing |
| PRIMO 15000 Rectangular | 15,000 lb (6,804 kg) | 2,053 gal (7,771 L) | Plant-scale rectangular / lower-profile large volume |
| PRIMO 30000 | 30,000 lb (13,608 kg) | 3,998 gal (15,134 L) | Large plant-scale / major bulk melting |
| PRIMO 45000 | 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) | 5,984 gal (22,653 L) | Very large plant / centralized production supply |
| PRIMO 60000 | 60,000 lb (27,216 kg) | 7,979 gal (30,205 L) | Maximum-capacity plant-scale processing |
Standard PRIMO, Rapid-Cycle or Thermal Conditioning?
Standard PRIMO is the starting point for most wax-melting applications. Thermal Conditioning is used where gentler long-duration thermal management is the priority. Rapid-Cycle is used when recovery time is restricting output.
Production Planning
How the PRIMO 45000 Fits Into Production
The PRIMO 45000 is positioned for very large plant / centralized production supply. Use the capacity as one part of selection; daily output also depends on batch size, refill frequency, starting temperature, recovery target and downstream demand.
Approximate Capacity
45,000 lb (20,412 kg)
45,000 lb (20,412 kg)
capacity
5,984 gal (22,653 L)
5,984 gal (22,653 L)
Standard Heating
52000 W
52000 W
Production Role
Use the PRIMO 45000 as Part of the Complete Production Flow
Where This Size Fits
Choose this size around plant-scale throughput, storage strategy, material transfer, facility power and future production expansion.
Downstream Integration
Designed for plant-scale integration with centralized pumping, heated transfer, filtration, storage and downstream production systems.
System Integration
Build Beyond the Melting Tank
Mix & Condition
Add agitation or material-conditioning features when the formulation or production process requires them.
Filter & Transfer
Review filtration, pumps, heated hoses, valves and transfer components around the material and required flow rate.
Dispense & Fill
Supply semi-automatic or automated filling equipment from the heated PRIMO vessel as production grows.
Capacity Planning
Review Nearby PRIMO Sizes Before Finalizing Capacity
Physical Planning
Confirm Footprint, Access and Utilities
Vessel Dimensions
Inner: 150″ L × 96″ W × 96″ deep
381 × 244 × 244 cm
Outer: 154″ L × 100″ W × 98″ H
392 × 254 × 249 cm
Before Installation
Confirm floor space, operator access, outlet height, material loading method,
downstream equipment position and required electrical service before final placement.
Continue Building the Production System
Once the melter size is selected, the next step is deciding how material will be mixed,
filtered, transferred, dispensed or filled. Use the equipment guides and support resources
below instead of repeating the application-review step.
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Soap Manufacturing notes
PRIMO 6000 Soap Production Tank
PRIMO 6000 Soap Production Tank
Fast, Even, Digitally Controlled Waterless Heating
The PRIMO 6000 is a stainless steel soap production tank engineered to combine fast heating, even heat distribution, digital temperature control and energy-efficient operation in an insulated production vessel with waterless PRIMO heating. Use it to heat, melt and hold oils, fats, tallow, butters, glycerin, melt-and-pour soap bases and other compatible heated formulations.
Capacity: 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters)5,984 gal (22,653 L)
Inner Dimensions 150" L × 96" W × 96" deep
381 × 244 × 244 cm
381 × 244 × 244 cm
Outer Dimensions 154" L × 100" W × 98" H
392 × 254 × 249 cm
392 × 254 × 249 cm
Standard Heating 52000 W
Digital temperature control
Digital temperature control
Why PRIMO
Speed, Even Heating and Efficiency: Waterless PRIMO Heating
PRIMO is designed around the complete heating process. The objective is efficient production heating while maintaining controlled heat distribution, repeatable material-temperature control and low heating demand.
2 to 3X Faster Using Half the Electricity
PRIMO waterless heating eliminates the need to first heat and maintain a separate water reservoir, allowing usable heat to reach the production vessel more efficiently.
Even, Controlled Heating
PRIMO is engineered to heat evenly throughout the vessel instead of relying on a high-wattage localized heat source. This helps reduce hot spots and provides more controlled heating and holding.
Half the Electricity
PRIMO melts 2 to 3X faster using half the electricity while supporting productive heating and recovery.
Digital Material-Temperature Control
Adjustable digital control maintains repeatable material-temperature setpoints for ingredient heating, melting and heated holding.
Why not simply use more direct heat?
High-intensity direct heating can transfer energy quickly, but concentrated hot surfaces may also increase scorching or material-degradation risk for temperature-sensitive ingredients. PRIMO is designed to balance speed, even heating, digital control and energy efficiency.
High-intensity direct heating can transfer energy quickly, but concentrated hot surfaces may also increase scorching or material-degradation risk for temperature-sensitive ingredients. PRIMO is designed to balance speed, even heating, digital control and energy efficiency.
Heating time and energy use vary by material, viscosity, starting temperature, batch load, ambient conditions, electrical configuration and operating procedure.
More Usable Capacity
PRIMO 6000 Provides a 5,984-Gallon Production Vessel
The PRIMO 6000 provides approximately 5,984 gal (22,653 L) of physical capacity.
Actual working volume should be selected around required headspace,
formulation behavior, ingredient additions, mixing displacement and the
downstream production process.
Designed For
Soap Manufacturing & Heated Ingredient Processing
Oils, Fats & Tallow
Heat and hold vegetable oils, animal fats, tallow and compatible soap-making ingredients before formulation and mixing.
Butters & Specialty Ingredients
Process shea butter, cocoa butter and other compatible solid or semi-solid ingredients requiring controlled heating.
Melt-and-Pour & Glycerin Soap
Melt and hold compatible soap bases before molding, dispensing, heated transfer or filling.
Standard Equipment
What Comes With the PRIMO 6000
- Stainless Steel Product-Contact Vessel
- #4 stainless interior finish
- Double-wall insulated construction
- Stainless steel lid
- Digital material-temperature controller
- Permanent PRIMO waterless heating system
- Illuminated power controls and electrical protection
- Outlet / ball-valve configuration as selected
- Electrical configuration as selected for the model
- Built for repeated commercial production use
Configure the System
Standard Equipment First, Production Options as Needed
Process & Cleanability
Intended-use review, washdown environment and optional smooth-ground interior weld finishing.
Mixing & Material Handling
Agitation, outlet size, valves, pumps and heated-transfer requirements can be selected around formulation and viscosity.
Installation
Voltage, production stand, casters, temperature range and other application-specific options where offered.
Operating & Support Resources
Instructions, Controls and Warranty
PRIMO Manuals
Find My Manual
Find My Manual
Controller Instructions
Current Controller Instructions
Current Controller Instructions
Warranty & Protection
Warranty Information
Warranty Information
Nearby Soap Production Sizes
Build the Complete Soap Production Process
The production tank is only one part of the system. Add mixing, lye preparation, heated transfer, dispensing or filling equipment as the workflow and daily output require.
Production Planning
How the PRIMO 6000 Fits Into Soap Production
The PRIMO 6000 is positioned for regular commercial soap production, ingredient heating and heated batch staging. Use its 5,984-gallon vessel capacity as one part of selection; daily output also depends on batch size, refill frequency, starting temperature, recovery requirement and downstream demand.
Capacity: 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters)
Standard Heating: 52000 W
Production Role
Use the PRIMO 45000 as Part of the Complete Production Flow
Where This Size Fits
Choose this size when regular commercial batches and fewer refills matter, while maintaining a relatively compact production footprint.
Ingredient Heating
Use the vessel to heat oils, fats, tallow, butters and compatible ingredients before formulation or downstream mixing.
Melt-and-Pour Production
Melt and maintain compatible glycerin and melt-and-pour soap bases, then connect the vessel to dispensing or filling equipment as output grows.
System Integration
Build Beyond the Production Tank
Mix & Condition
Add agitation or mixing features when ingredient incorporation, uniformity or process conditioning requires them.
Transfer
Review pumps, heated hoses, valves and transfer components around viscosity, operating temperature, distance and required flow rate.
Dispense & Fill
Supply semi-automatic or automated filling equipment directly from the heated production vessel as manual pouring becomes a bottleneck.
Vessel Dimensions
Inner: 150" L × 96" W × 96" deep
381 × 244 × 244 cm
Outer: 154" L × 100" W × 98" H
392 × 254 × 249 cm
Continue Building the Soap Production System
Once the production-tank size is selected, the next step is deciding how
ingredients will be mixed, transferred, dispensed or filled.
Specifications
PRIMO 45000
Technical Specifications
45,000 lb (20,412 kg) • 5,984 gallons (22,653 liters)Capacity
150" L × 96" W × 96" deep
381 × 244 × 244 cm Inner dimensions
381 × 244 × 244 cm Inner dimensions
154" L × 100" W × 98" H
392 × 254 × 249 cm Overall dimensions
392 × 254 × 249 cm Overall dimensions
Vessel & Construction
| Product-Contact Material | Stainless Steel |
| Interior Finish | #4 Stainless Finish |
| Inner Dimensions | 150" L × 96" W × 96" deep 381 × 244 × 244 cm |
| Overall Dimensions | 154" L × 100" W × 98" H 392 × 254 × 249 cm |
| Construction | Double-Wall Insulated Stainless Steel |
| Lid | Stainless Steel Lid |
Heating & Controls
| Heating Type | PRIMO Waterless Heating System |
| Controller | Digital Material-Temperature Controller |
| Standard Temperature Range | Up to 212°F / 100°C |
| Standard Heating Power | 52000 W |
| Electrical Service | 220-240 V, 480 V or 600 V configurations available |
| X-Treme Option | Not offered at this size; up to 212°F / 100°C |
Outlet & Production Features
| Outlet / Valve | Outlet and ball-valve configuration selected at purchase; size and material may vary by model and application |
| Agitation | Optional mixing / agitation configurations where available for the model |
| Filtration | Optional wax filtration configurations where available |
| Support Stand | Optional stainless steel production stand where offered |
| Mobility | Optional industrial casters where offered |
| Enhanced Cleanability | Optional smooth-ground interior welds, washdown and application-specific cleanability features |
Capacity note:
45,000 lb (20,412 kg) is an approximate capacity. Actual material weight
varies by density, formulation, operating level and required headspace.
Final electrical service, outlet configuration, high-temperature options and application-specific accessories should match the selected product configuration.
PRIMO 45000 Industrial Melter | 45,000 lb / 5,984 gal (22,653 L) Questions and Answers
How much wax does the PRIMO 45000 Industrial Melter hold?
About 45,000 lb (20,412 kg) of wax. The vessel is 5,984 gal (22,653 L). Actual weight varies with wax density, formulation and fill level.
What are the dimensions of the PRIMO 45000 Industrial Melter?
Overall dimensions are 154" L × 100" W × 98" H / 392 × 254 × 249 cm. Inner dimensions are 150" L × 96" W × 96" deep / 381 × 244 × 244 cm.
How much does the PRIMO 45000 Industrial Melter cost and how fast does it ship?
The base price is $153,500. Options you select on the product page change the price live. Usually ships within 7 days.
What do the Heating and Max temperature choices mean on the PRIMO 45000?
Heating: Standard is included. Rapid-Cycle adds extra heat to reach temperature faster and recover quicker between batches. Thermal Conditioning is gentle, slower heating for delicate, sensitive materials such as chocolate and mango butter. Max temperature: Up to 212°F / 100°C is included. This size is not offered for 400°F. Rapid-Cycle, Thermal Conditioning and 400°F (X-Treme) each add the X-Treme upgrade price (+$17,095). Choosing Rapid-Cycle or Thermal Conditioning together with 400°F adds it for each choice.
How fast does this equipment ship?
Standard configurations ship on the lead time shown on this page, from Ronkonkoma, NY.
Can I buy online or request a formal quote?
Both. Configure the model and check out online, or request a quote and the factory team will confirm sizing, options and freight.
What warranty is included?
Limited Warranty (1 year on electrical, 3 years on metal parts, from delivery), with an optional Factory Protection Plan.
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What Customers Say
“These pieces of equipment are critical to our current project. We are now buying an additional PRIMO wax melter and dispensing system.”
“Our production is at least doubled. The equipment is easy to set up, extremely easy to use, and has worked great.”
“Love them! They are the only melters we use.”
Questions About This Model?
Send your batch size, material and voltage to the factory team, or buy online now.