What is a Self Loading Concrete Mixer Truck?＆What's the difference with a concrete mixer?
What is a Self Loading Concrete Mixer Truck?
Self Loading Concrete Mixer Truck is a kind of unique vehicle which combines concrete mixer, transit mixer and wheel loader. Can mix, transport, and pour concrete on-site. Unlike traditional concrete mixers, it has the unique ability to load its own raw materials (such as sand, gravel, cement) directly from the ground using the loading bucket. This eliminates the need for additional equipment like loaders or excavators, making it highly efficient for small to medium-sized projects.
Key Features of a Self-Loading Concrete Mixer Truck:
- Integrated Loading System: Equipped with a hydraulic loading bucket to scoop and load raw materials.
- The Mixing Drum: A rotating drum that mixes the materials to produce concrete.
- Mobility: Equip with wheels, allowing it to move easily around the construction site.
- Automated Controls: Modern models come with computerized systems for precise mixing and operation.
- All-in-One Functionality: Combines loading, mixing, transporting, and pouring concrete in one machine.
- Electronic weighing system: more accurate weighing of sand, cement, aggregates to ensure the accuracy of raw materials
What is a Traditional Concrete Mixer?
A traditional concrete mixer (also called a drum mixer) is a machine used to mix cement, water, and aggregates to produce concrete. However, it requires external equipment to load the raw materials into the mixer. A towing vehicle is required to reach different construction sites
Key Features of a Traditional Concrete Mixer:
- Mixing Drum: Rotates to mix the materials, but does not have a loading mechanism.
- Dependent on External Equipment: Needs loaders or conveyors to feed raw materials.
- Transportation Focus: Often mounted on trucks for transporting mixed concrete over long distances.
- Limited Mobility: Typically stationary during mixing and requires a separate vehicle for movement.
- There is only a mixing tank, which cannot load materials or transport. As we all know,the construction sites has complicated road conditions and the road is generally narrow and poor. It will be difficult for the operators to drive on the rainy days. In addition, no matter feeding or unloading, the traditional concrete mixer needs the cooperation of other machinery. The whole process is generally troublesome. To a certain extent, it will affect the efficiency of the construction.
Why choose a Self loading Concrete Mixer Truck?
A self-loading concrete mixer truck is a versatile and efficient piece of equipment that combines the functions of a concrete mixer and a loader. It is designed to load, mix, transport, and discharge concrete on-site, making it an ideal choice for various construction projects.
You can consider self-loading mixer truck in the following situations：
a. You have a small to medium-sized project.
b. You need to work in remote or hard-to-access areas.
c. You want to save on labor and equipment costs.
d. You need a machine that can handle multiple tasks (loading, mixing, pouring).
A self-loading concrete mixer truck is a smart investment for construction projects of all sizes. I hope that through this article, you have a preliminary understanding of self-loading concrete mixer truck. If you have more needs or questions about self-loading concrete mixer truck, please feel free to contact us!
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