If you are in the construction field you will be working with building materials and need a cement mixer. This is because mixing cement manually can be very labor intensive and can be damaging to the person’s back, putting your workers at risk. A cement mixer will make the process easier, and work with a variety of ingredients, such as: sand, gravel, lime, and many different aggregates made from combinations of such materials.         

Not to mention cement mixers tend to yield better results than doing it manually. The mix produced by the cement mixer is much more homogenous in nature. There are different types of cement mixers and considerations out there; below I will outline the different types:

Buyer’s Guide

Side or End Dump

The one thing to remember, when choosing between these two is that end dump mixers are more useful for pouring into curbs and small areas. In other situations, it’s all a matter of preference. 

Portable vs. Stationary Cement Mixers

Portable Mixers

When pouring cement over a longer area like a path, a portable mixer can be better to use. Portable mixers are lighter and smaller and can be carried around easily.

Stationary mixers  

This model can be a poor choice if the job requires moving across multiple locations. These models however, tend to have a larger capacity which is ideal for jobs requiring a lot of concrete or cement to be poured at a time.     

Speed VS Power

A faster mixing speed brings higher quality mix, which produces higher quality results. Professionals and companies aiming for high quality standards should buy twin shaft cement mixers, which mixes faster.

These cement mixers either use electricity or petrol to work. Petrol and diesel are better when there is no electrical outlet around and can generally be used anywhere. Electrical mixers are clean and very reliable.

These are the basic types of cement mixers and factors in buying a cement mixer. 

Shogun 70L Portable Cement Mixer

The Shogun 70L Portable Cement Mixer is perfect for concrete, mortar, or render. Not only will the easy-load design save your back, the dual fast-mix blades ensure the Shogun 70L will produce a consistent, stable mix every load. Save time not having to wait for an over-wet mix to set or the labourious task of potentially having to redo a job due to inconsistencies of a poorly mixed through batch of cement.

With a vast positional locking tipping range for an easy pour, a solid reinforced frame for ultra-durability and 1380rpm Motor Tank Speed, the Shogun 70L cement mixer is the ultimate tradesman's choice.

Key Features

This cement mixer’s size is perfect for small DIY jobs. Coming with several features to make your life easier such as:

• Powerful Motor
• Wheels for easy transportation
• High Grade Tipper Lock for preventing jamming
• Engineered to withstand Australian conditions while giving a great performance.

According to users’ review, this particular cement mixer is perfect for those of us who just want to fix up your house.

Shogun 200L Cement Mixer

This Shogun 200L Electric Cement Mixer gives the perfect concrete with the flip of a switch. Equipped with an easy-load heavy duty steel drum, this mixer is also ideal of mixing sand and gravel. The two wheels and thick rubber tires make this lightweight mini-mixer easily portable. Ideal for DIY landscapers with an urge enhance their driveways or other light construction around the home, this highly durable mixer is a must have for the self-described handyman!

Thoughts

This cement mixer is perfect for most projects around the house. Electrically powered this model will give you no stress in mixing the perfect cement for your projects. It is easy to use and the rubber wheels make it easy to transport around the places that need cement.

220L Portable Cement Concrete Mixer

Whether you’re working on a project at home, or on site at a major build, this 220L Portable Cement Concrete Mixer is just what you need to get the best concrete for the job. This cement mixer gives the perfect concrete with the flip of a switch. Equipped with an easy-load heavy duty steel drum, this mixer is also ideal of mixing sand and gravel. The two wheels and thick rubber tires make this lightweight mini-mixer easily portable. Ideal for DIY landscapers with an urge enhance their driveways or other light construction around the home, this highly durable mixer is a must have for the self-described handyman! Finish the job right when you order this new 220L Portable Cement Concrete Mixer today!

Thoughts

This model holds more cement than most! It is a good buy as you can mix more cement especially useful for cementing or repairing drive ways, landscaping or other easy construction jobs that may require more cement than most. According to buyers’ reviews, it is also adept at mixing sand and gravel, a versatile choice all in all. There are two rubber wheels for ease of transport. A good model all in all for bigger DIY construction jobs at home.