A concrete mixer is a machine that combines cement, water, and aggregates like sand and gravel to make concrete. Concrete mixers are a vital part of construction equipment.

Types of concrete mixers

Batching plant mixers: Used for large construction sites

Truck mixers: Mounted on a truck to transport concrete to the construction site

Portable mixers: Smaller mixers used for smaller construction sites

Drum mixers: The most common type, with a rotating drum that mixes the concrete

Pan mixers: Have a fixed, circular pan where paddles mix the concrete

Tilting drum mixers: Versatile and efficient mixers that are ideal for small to medium-sized projects

Continuous mixers: Mix and discharge concrete continuously until the concreting work is complete

Concrete mixing ratio

The ideal concrete mixing ratio is 4 parts crushed stones, 2 parts sand, and 1 part cement. However, the ratios may differ depending on the application.

Concrete mixer capabilities

Concrete mixers can precisely and quickly prepare concrete mixtures of various strengths. Some concrete mixers can even dispense the concrete mixture directly on the job site.