1.8m³ Self Loading Concrete Mixer

About Self Loading Concrete Mixer

A self-loading concrete mixer is a multifunctional vehicle that combines loading, mixing, transporting, and batching into one machine, operated by a single person for complete on-site concrete production.

Capacity: Available with discharge capacities from 1.2 to 6.5 m³ and an output of 5–30 m³/h.
Pricing: Typically ranges from $10,000 to $70,000 USD, varying with size, engine, features, and build quality.
Versatility: Ideal for projects ranging from building construction and infrastructure to work in remote, confined, or difficult terrain.

Application

Self-loading concrete mixers are all-in-one, mobile batching plants designed to bring concrete production directly to the job site. By combining the functions of loading aggregates, mixing, transporting, and precisely discharging concrete into a single versatile machine, they eliminate the need for stationary plants and transit mixers in many scenarios.

Their unique capability for on-demand production makes them particularly valuable for:

• Small to Medium-Scale Construction: Ideal for building residential homes, commercial complexes, workshops, and for pouring foundations, driveways, and slabs.
• Large Infrastructure Projects: Widely used in constructing and maintaining roads, bridges, tunnels, railways, and airport runways.
• Challenging and Remote Sites: With often-available off-road capabilities, they excel in mountainous terrain, confined urban spaces, and locations far from traditional concrete supply.
• Specialized and Maintenance Work: Frequently employed for piling, mine construction, slope stabilization, trench backfilling, and the rapid repair of concrete pavements.

In essence, the self-loading mixer is a portable, efficient solution that provides unparalleled flexibility for concrete placement across a vast range of applications.

Advantages

The self-loading concrete mixer excels through its integrated, efficient design, delivering distinct operational advantages:

1. All-in-One Efficiency: Automates the entire process from loading to discharge, drastically reducing the need for separate equipment and manual labor.

2. Superior Mobility: Its four-wheel drive and rugged chassis provide exceptional access to remote sites and challenging, off-road terrain.

3. Rapid Production: Capable of producing a complete batch in 12-15 minutes, with a typical output range of 4 to 26 cubic meters per hour.

4. Precision Batching: Integrated electronic weighing and water metering systems ensure consistent, high-quality concrete by accurately following mix designs.

5. Flexible Placement: A 270-degree rotating drum and hydraulic chutes enable precise concrete discharge from multiple angles without moving the vehicle.

Structure

At its core, a self-loading concrete mixer is a mobile, integrated factory. Its design unites several interdependent systems on a single chassis, enabling one machine to perform the complete cycle of loading, mixing, and placing concrete. The key structural components are organized into the following functional systems:

Engine and Mobility System

• Chassis & Frame: A heavy-duty, rigid backbone providing stability under load, often equipped with four-wheel drive and off-road tires for challenging terrain.
• Power Unit: A high-torque diesel engine that supplies power for both driving the vehicle and operating all mixing functions, typically routed through a robust hydraulic transmission.

Loading and Mixing System

• Hydraulic Loading Arm: The machine’s “gathering” unit, featuring a bucket to scoop aggregates and cement from ground stockpiles and transfer them into the drum.
• Rotating Mixing Drum: The central component where materials are combined. Internal spiral blades ensure thorough mixing in one direction and efficient concrete discharge in the other. The drum can often slew 270° or more for precise placement.

Water and Discharge Management

• Integrated Water System: A dedicated water tank and metered pump allow for precise, on-demand water addition to achieve the exact concrete consistency required.
• Hydraulic Discharge Chute: A slewing and articulating chute provides controlled, accurate pouring of the finished concrete directly into forms, footings, or slabs.

Control and Operation

• Operator Cab & Control System: Acting as the central nervous system, this ergonomic space houses a consolidated control panel. From here, a single operator seamlessly manages all machine functions—from driving and loading to water addition and final discharge.

By harmonizing these systems, the self-loading mixer delivers unparalleled on-site flexibility and efficiency.

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