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Top 10 Mixer Truck Brand & Manufacturers

This section provides a list of the top 10 Mixer Truck manufacturers, Website links, company profile, locations is provided for each company. Also provides a detailed product description of the Mixer Truck, including product introduction, history, purpose, principle, characteristics, types, usage and purchase precautions, etc.

Manufacturers （Ranking in no particular order）

: Sany Heavy Industry Co., Ltd.

Address: No.8 Beiqing Road, Huilongguan Town, Changping District, Beijing

Company website: https://www.sanygroup.com

Company Overview

Sany's main business is the equipment manufacturing industry with "engineering" as its theme. Its leading products include a full range of products including concrete machinery, excavators, lifting machinery, road construction machinery, pile-driving machinery, wind power equipment, port machinery, petroleum equipment, coal equipment, and prefabricated building PC machinery. In China, Sany has built three major industrial clusters in Changsha, Beijing and the Yangtze River Delta, and three major industrial parks in Shenyang, Xinjiang and Zhuhai. Overseas, Sany has built four major R&D and manufacturing bases in India, the United States, Germany and Brazil, with business covering more than 150 countries and regions around the world.Sany spends about 5% of its sales revenue on research and development every year. Relying on its first-class product quality, Sany equipment is widely involved in the construction of global projects, including the Dubai Tower, Beijing Olympic venues, London Olympic venues, Brazil World Cup venues, Shanghai Tower, Hong Kong World Financial Center, Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, Daxing International Airport, Xiongan New Area and other major projects.Based on the main business of equipment manufacturing, Sany Group is vigorously developing new businesses such as new energy, financial insurance, housing industrialization, industrial Internet, military industry, fire protection, and environmental protection. At present, Sany has become a provider of complete wind power solutions and renewable clean energy in China, and is also a mature PC complete set assembly provider in China. In addition, the "Root Cloud" platform of Tree Root Interconnect has become one of the three major industrial Internet platforms in China.

: Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd.

Address: No.361, Yinpen South Road, Changsha City, Hunan Province (Zhonglian Science and Technology Park)

Company website: http://www.zoomlion.com

Company Overview

Founded in 1992, Zoomlion is mainly engaged in the research and development and manufacturing of high-tech equipment such as construction machinery and agricultural machinery, as well as new building materials. Its leading products cover 18 categories, 105 product series, and 636 models. It is an A+H-share listed company in the industry, with a registered capital of 8.678 billion yuan and total assets of 133 billion yuan. Zoomlion is an enterprise incubated from the National Research Institute and a setter of industry standards. It has 8 major national scientific research and innovation platforms, with an R&D investment intensity of over 8%; it has applied for a total of 16,120 patents, including 6,919 invention patents; the company has successively led and participated in the formulation and revision of 527 national, industry and group standards, and 27 international standards, standing at the commanding heights of global industry technology.Zoomlion’s manufacturing bases are distributed all over the world. In China, it has formed 14 major parks, including Zoomlion Science and Technology Park, Zoomlion Lugu Industrial Park, Zoomlion Wangcheng Industrial Park, Zoomlion Quantang Industrial Park, Zoomlion Guanxi Industrial Park, Zoomlion Hanshou Industrial Park, Zoomlion Deshan Industrial Park, Zoomlion Jinshi Industrial Park, Zoomlion Yuanjiang Industrial Park, Zoomlion Weinan Industrial Park, Zoomlion Huayin (Huashan) Industrial Park, Zoomlion Shanghai (Songjiang) Industrial Park, Zoomlion Wuhu Industrial Park, and Zoomlion Kaifeng Industrial Park. Overseas, it has the CIFA Industrial Park in Italy, the M-TEC Industrial Park in Germany, the WILBERT Industrial Park in Germany, the Indian Industrial Park, the Brazilian Industrial Park, the China-Belarus Industrial Park, and will build new factories in Turkey and Saudi Arabia.Zoomlion has covered more than 100 countries and regions around the world, and has market layouts along the "Belt and Road". Its products are exported to high-end markets such as the Middle East, South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, Russia, Europe, America, and Australia. The company has established branches and subsidiaries in nearly 20 countries around the world, including East Asia, Southeast Asia, and Europe. It has invested in industrial parks in Italy, Germany, Brazil, India, and Belarus, plans to build new factories in Turkey and Saudi Arabia, and has established more than 50 permanent offices around the world. With the UAE and Brazil as the center, it is gradually establishing a global logistics network and spare parts supply system.As a scientific research institute-converted enterprise, Zoomlion has continuously promoted reforms, formed a sound system and mechanism in which scientific research supports industry and industry feeds back scientific research, and has become a model for the reform of state-owned scientific research institutes; as a listed company that has established a modern enterprise system, Zoomlion has participated in the reform, reorganization and transformation of traditional state-owned enterprises through restructuring and mergers and acquisitions, implanted new mechanisms and new technologies in old enterprises, and achieved both economic and social benefits. In the new round of reforms after the Third Plenary Session of the 18th CPC Central Committee, Zoomlion's institutional innovation was established as a "sample" of mixed ownership by the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission of the State Council.Zoomlion has pioneered the integration of overseas resources in China's construction machinery industry; it has used capital leverage to integrate high-quality assets around the world, achieved rapid expansion, and built a global manufacturing, sales, and service network. So far, Zoomlion has successively acquired British company Prologis, Italian company CIFA, German company M-tec, Dutch company Raxtar, and German company Wilbert, all of which have achieved good results. Among them, the acquisition of Italian company CIFA, a concrete machinery manufacturer, in 2008 made the company a pioneer and leader in the internationalization of China's construction machinery. This merger and integration has also entered Harvard University classrooms as a classic case. Zoomlion’s predecessor was the Changsha Construction Machinery Research Institute of the Ministry of Construction. With more than 60 years of technological accumulation, it is the birthplace of China’s construction machinery technology. Inheriting the technical heritage and industry mission of national scientific research institutes, Zoomlion has continuously launched products, technologies and overall solutions that contribute to the success of customers through technological innovation.The leading position of engineering machinery technology is stable; agricultural machinery has developed high-end agricultural machinery equipment such as large tractors and large high-efficiency combine harvesters, leading domestic agricultural machinery equipment to move towards high-end and develop in the direction of "smart agriculture and precision agriculture". The company is the secretariat unit of the ISO/TC96 Crane Technical Committee of the International Organization for Standardization, and the domestic unit of the Mobile Crane and Tower Crane Technical Committee. It participates in the formulation and revision of international standards on behalf of China; it has formulated and revised more than 300 national/industry standards to promote technological progress in the industry.In the process of internationalization, Zoomlion has been constantly innovating and enriching the cultural connotation of "sincerity without rest, broad and profound". In the process of overseas resource integration, Zoomlion has won the recognition and welcome of the international community with the concept of "inclusiveness, rules, responsibility, co-creation and sharing", and refreshed the international image of Chinese enterprises going global. Since its listing, Zoomlion has ranked among the top in comprehensive performance among listed companies in Shanghai and Shenzhen.

: Xuzhou Construction Machinery Group Co., Ltd.

Address: No.26 Tuolanshan Road, Economic and Technological Development Zone, Xuzhou City, Jiangsu Province

Company website: http://www.xcmg.com/

Company Overview

XCMG Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. (XCMG Machinery, stock code: 000425.SZ) is a core member company of Xuzhou Engineering Machinery Group Co., Ltd. (XCMG Group). It is a multi-billion-level enterprise with a large scale, a complete range of product varieties and series, high competitiveness, influence and national strategic position in my country's construction machinery industry. The company's predecessor can be traced back to the Huaxing Iron Works founded in 1943. It is the founder and pioneer of China's construction machinery industry. It has led the industry to open up a precedent for internationalization and continuously contributed to major global engineering construction.The company's products cover the five pillar industries of earth-moving machinery, lifting machinery, piling machinery, concrete machinery, and road machinery, as well as strategic new industries such as mining machinery, aerial work platforms, environmental industry agricultural machinery, port machinery, and rescue and support equipment. It has more than 60 main engine, trade service and new business enterprises under its jurisdiction.

: Luoyang CIMC Lingyu Automobile Co., Ltd.

Address: No.966, Guanlin Road, Luolong District, Luoyang City, Henan Province

Company website: http://www.lingyu.com

Company Overview

Luoyang CIMC Lingyu Automobile Co., Ltd. is located in Luoyang. It is an enterprise with more than 60 years of development history and more than 50 years of automobile production history. It is one of the backbone member companies of CIMC Vehicle (Group) Co., Ltd.The company has total assets of RMB 900 million and more than 1,000 employees. Its leading products are "Lingyu" brand tank trucks, including concrete mixer trucks, powder and granular material transport trucks, liquid transport trucks and other fluid material transport equipment, as well as special equipment for sanitation, animal husbandry, etc. The current annual production capacity is 20,000 units. The products cover 31 provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions across the country and are exported to more than 50 countries and regions. The company has introduced and applied a series of advanced management tools and management models such as SAP, TEAM CENTER, JIT, TQM, TPM, etc., and has passed ISO9001 quality management, ISO14001 environmental management, ISO45001 occupational health and safety management system certifications. Perfect management has created high-quality products and won praise from the market and users. In 2019, CIMC Lingyu embarked on a journey of enterprise intelligent manufacturing upgrades called the “Apocalypse Project”, entering the era of automated, digital, and intelligent manufacturing in one fell swoop. Product quality and production efficiency have been greatly improved, while at the same time, there has been a qualitative leap in safety, energy conservation, and environmental protection.CIMC Lingyu, relying on the powerful CIMC Group, is striding towards the goal of connecting the world with tanks with advanced equipment, excellent technology, modern management mode and superb technical level.

: Wuhu CIMC Ruijiang Automobile Co., Ltd.

Address: Wuhu High-tech Industrial Development Zone, Anhui Province

Company website: http://www.cimc-whrj.com

Company Overview

CIMC Ruijiang is a key member of CIMC Group and a tanker manufacturing company of the group in Wuhu, Anhui. CIMC Ruijiang actively responded to the national policy and proposed two major thematic strategies of "dual circulation" and intelligent technology escort, and laid out a lighthouse factory with digitalization of the entire value chain, and is committed to achieving a leading position in technology, process, quality, and efficiency.CIMC Ruijiang adheres to the customer-centric approach, provides safer and more professional special vehicle products and services, and builds a marketing service network covering China and international markets such as Asia, Africa, South America, and Eastern Europe. CIMC Ruijiang's three major series of tank trucks, mixer trucks, and powder tank trucks, with the help of CIMC's global operating platform, through China-US and China-Europe interactions, continuously introduces, digests, and absorbs internationally advanced special vehicle products and processes. At present, the total sales volume of the three major series of tank trucks, including liquid tank trucks, powder tank trucks, and mixer trucks, is high, and it is the leader in China's tank vehicles. Ruijiang tank trucks, the main product of CIMC Ruijiang, will be committed to becoming a world-leading professional tank truck brand through professional product quality, a complete marketing network and a "customer-centric" service system.Ruijiang professional mixer trucks solve segregation and environmental problems better through professional design, and are a mixer truck brand with the fastest sales growth in the industry. By grafting Hongyan chassis, it creates excellent quality for customers with the six major performances of "safety, reliability, power, economy, comfort, and quality". Ruijiang professional mixer trucks currently have two series: single trucks and semi-trailers. Ruijiang professional powder tanker relies on the rich experience accumulated from more than ten years of research and development and production, and constantly achieves breakthroughs through application research and development. At present, CIMC Ruijiang is one of the largest manufacturers of various types of powder and granular material transport vehicles in China. Ruijiang professional powder tanker pursues the combination of lightweight and safety, and has six major advantages: "light weight, high efficiency; safer, more durable; more loading, fast unloading; less residue, high efficiency; good spraying, more value preservation; transport materials, wide range".Ruijiang safety tank trucks use European full-load bearing structures in tank research and development to avoid the risk of cracking and leakage of the tank body due to local stress concentration. In terms of technology, new processes and equipment such as P+T fully automatic welding, robot fully automatic welding, 3,000-ton stamping equipment one-time forming, and CNC plate rolling machines are applied. Ruijiang safety tank trucks make technology a powerful driving force for safety assurance. Ruijiang safety tank trucks have four major advantages: "structural leadership; economy; safety; corrosion resistance", which promotes tank trucks to move towards safety, intelligence, and interconnection.

: Hanma Technology Group Co., Ltd.

Address: No.118, Hongqi South Road, Economic and Technological Development Zone, Yushan District, Ma'anshan City, Anhui Province

Company website: http://www.camc.cc

Company Overview

Hanma Technology Group Co., Ltd. (stock code: 600375) is a holding subsidiary of Zhejiang Geely New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group Co., Ltd. The company was founded in 1970, entered the special vehicle industry in 1979, and became a holding subsidiary of Zhejiang Geely New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group Co., Ltd. in 2020. It has four major business segments: complete vehicles, special vehicles, powertrains, and parts. The total assets exceed 10 billion yuan, the company covers an area of more than 3,000 acres, and has about 4,000 employees. The company is headquartered in Ma'anshan, Anhui Province. It has a national enterprise technology center, a national industrial design center, Anhui Special Purpose Vehicle Engineering Technology Research Center, Anhui Heavy Special Purpose Vehicle Engine Engineering Research Center and a postdoctoral research workstation. It has world-class modern complete vehicle, special vehicle and powertrain factories in Ma'anshan, Anhui, Hengyang, Hunan, and Shanghai. It owns three major brands: Valin Automobile, Xingma Automobile, and Hanma Power.Hanma Technology adheres to the business mission of "creating value for customers, creating opportunities for employees, creating benefits for enterprises, and creating wealth for society" and the business management policy of "cultural integration, active collaboration, compliance with laws and regulations, fairness and transparency", adheres to the strategy of "transforming and upgrading high-quality development, and building new core competitiveness for sustainable development", and is committed to becoming a leader in green and intelligent commercial vehicles.

: Resa Corporation

Address: Building B4, Wanjiang Hi-Tech Park, Incubation Park, Anqing Economic Development Zone, Anhui Province

Company website: https://www.loxa.com.cn/

Company Overview

Founded on June 30, 2020, Resa Co., Ltd. is a pilot unit for the mixed-ownership reform actively promoted by the country. It is a high-end ecological industry alliance jointly created by the Resa management shareholding platform and the Anqing Municipal Government's industrial guidance funds. It mainly operates in construction machinery, sanitation equipment, special vehicles, smart logistics, financial services, industrial platform investment, industrial Internet, commerce, medical technology and other business segments, serving global mid-to-high-end construction machinery and special vehicle users.Anqing is the global headquarters of Resa, and also the innovation center, business management and operation center of Resa. In addition, Resa has high-end intelligent manufacturing vehicle and parts bases in Beijing, Hebei, Shandong, Hunan, Hubei, Henan and other provinces and cities in China, with a complete marketing market and service network, and is the backbone of independent brands and independent innovation in China's construction machinery + special vehicle industry. At present, Resa owns business brands such as Resa Heavy Machinery, Resa Kunlun, Resa Furui, Proco, Anda Smart Logistics, TEDA Xin Finance, and Dai Anmei. Resa shares has always adhered to the market-oriented and customer-centric business philosophy, and has always regarded product quality as the cornerstone of the company's development. With a development vision, innovative ideas, and lean methods, it has systematically built five core competitiveness in products, marketing, finance, order delivery, and operation-driven, to promote the steady development of Resa's business and strive to become a leading company in the global engineering machinery and special vehicle industry.In the future, under the guidance of the new strategy and the leadership of leaders at all levels in Anhui Province and Anqing City, Resa Holdings will deepen cooperation, integrate innovation, focus on implementation, operate steadily, actively promote the industrialization development of the Resa cluster, and actively practice corporate social responsibility, aiming to build itself into a global listed company.

: Tangshan Yate Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd.

Address: Jia'an Road, High-tech Development Zone, Tangshan City, Hebei Province

Company website: http://www.yateauto.com/

Company Overview

Tangshan Yate Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. (referred to as "Yate Heavy Industry") is a special-purpose vehicle manufacturer in Hebei Province. The company was established on June 15, 2004 and registered in Tangshan High-tech Zone. It has total assets of 500 million yuan, covers an area of 136,000 square meters, and a construction area of 78,000 square meters. It has more than 400 regular employees, including more than 60 professional engineering and technical personnel, and has an annual production capacity of 10,000 special-purpose vehicles.The company's main products include 8 series of products, including concrete mixer trucks, powder and particle material transport trucks, RVs, sanitation trucks, fire robot equipment vehicles, ambulances, communication command vehicles and environmental testing vehicles, which are widely used in construction, road transportation, municipal sanitation, tourism, medical care, testing and other fields. The company is a national high-tech enterprise and Hebei Industrial Design Center, with excellent technical design level and product quality. It has participated in the formulation of five national and industry standards, including "GBT 26408-2011 Concrete Mixer Truck", "QCT 560-2010 Technical Conditions and Performance Test Methods for Bulk Cement Trucks", "QCT 667-2010 Technical Conditions and Test Methods for Concrete Mixer Trucks", "TCGCC 5-2017 Standard for After-sales Service Requirements for Cleaning and Sanitation Equipment" and "QC/T776-2017 Motorhome".The company's product sales network covers the whole country, with offices established in more than 20 central cities across the country. The sales range covers 28 provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions across the country, and is exported to Europe, America, Southeast Asia, Africa and other places, and has achieved batch export.

: Yangzhou CIMC Tonghua Special Vehicle Co., Ltd.

Address: No.9 Jiang Road, Hanjiang District, Yangzhou City, Jiangsu Province

Company website: http://www.chinatrailer.com/

Company Overview

Yangzhou CIMC Tonghua Special Vehicle Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as CIMC Tonghua) was established in August 1992 and officially joined CIMC Group in March 2003. It is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CIMC Vehicles (Group) Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as CIMC Vehicles) and an important manufacturing plant of CIMC Vehicles in East China. CIMC Tonghua mainly produces nine series of "Tonghua" special vehicles with more than 300 specifications, and provides customers with full life cycle services such as vehicle technical solutions, manufacturing, and after-sales services. The company is strong and is a key high-tech enterprise in the National Torch Program, a "National Complete Vehicle Export Base Enterprise" recognized by the National Development and Reform Commission and the Ministry of Commerce, and a national postdoctoral research workstation.CIMC Tonghua has the development vision of "Asia's most advanced digital semi-trailer production base and the world's most advanced tank truck production and research base". It uses the concept of "digital design, production automation, and digital management" to create a world-leading special vehicle production line and a benchmark factory for intelligent manufacturing in the special vehicle industry, providing high-quality equipment and services for modern transportation.

: Shantui Jianyou Machinery Co., Ltd.

Address: No.268 Duandian South Road, Jinan City, Shandong Province

Company website: http://www.janeoo.com

Company Overview

Shantui Jianyou was founded in September 1956. Its predecessor was the "Jinan Tianfeng Machinery Factory" which was formed by the merger of three private factories. In 1958, it was located at No. 32 Duandian South Road, Jinan City (now No. 268 Duandian South Road). In 1974, it was renamed Shandong Construction Machinery Factory. In June 1994, it was restructured into Shandong Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. In 2012, it became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shantui. In March 2013, it was renamed Shantui Jianyou Machinery Co., Ltd.Shantui Jianyou currently has 670 employees and covers an area of 280 acres. It is one of the earliest large-scale backbone enterprises in China to produce concrete mixing and conveying machinery, and enjoys a good reputation, good reputation and credibility in the market and among customers.As a provincial technology center, Shandong Concrete Machinery Engineering Technology Research Center, and municipal engineering laboratory, Shantui Jianyou has undertaken and completed two national major scientific and technological projects, four national new product development projects, one national Torch Program project, 17 provincial and ministerial scientific research projects, and one software copyright. The company has 179 patents, including 21 invention patents, 156 utility models, and 2 appearance designs.

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What is a Mixer Truck?

A mixer truck, also known as a concrete mixer truck or transit mixer, is a specialized vehicle designed to transport and mix concrete. It consists of a rotating drum mounted on a truck chassis. The drum is used to hold the raw materials for concrete (cement, water, aggregates like sand and gravel) and mixes them during transportation to the construction site. This ensures that the concrete remains in a workable state until it's ready to be poured.

History of Mixer Truck

The concept of the mixer truck emerged as the construction industry grew and the need for efficient concrete transportation and on - site mixing became crucial. In the early 20th century, the first rudimentary mixer trucks were developed. These early versions had limited mixing capabilities and were less efficient than modern ones. As truck and mixing technology advanced, mixer trucks evolved to have more powerful engines, better mixing mechanisms, and larger drum capacities. The development of self - loading mixer trucks further enhanced their functionality, allowing them to load the raw materials on - site in addition to mixing and transporting.

Purpose of Mixer Truck

Concrete Transportation: The primary purpose of a mixer truck is to transport concrete from a batching plant (where the concrete ingredients are measured and combined in the right proportions) to the construction site. This allows for a continuous supply of fresh concrete to the site, which is essential for large - scale construction projects like building foundations, bridges, and high - rise structures.
On - site Mixing: The rotating drum of the mixer truck keeps the concrete ingredients in a constantly mixed state during transportation. This mixing action is vital to ensure the homogeneity of the concrete, preventing the separation of aggregates and cement paste. It also allows for the adjustment of the concrete's consistency by adding small amounts of water or other admixtures during transit if needed.

Principle of Mixer Truck

The mixer truck's drum rotates around its longitudinal axis. The rotation is powered by a hydraulic motor that is connected to the truck's power take - off (PTO) system. As the drum rotates, the blades inside the drum lift and tumble the concrete ingredients. The shape and arrangement of the blades are designed to ensure efficient mixing. The drum's rotation speed can be adjusted to control the mixing intensity. In some modern mixer trucks, there are advanced control systems that can monitor and adjust the mixing process based on factors such as the concrete's slump (a measure of its consistency), temperature, and the time elapsed since mixing began.

Features of Mixer Truck

Rotating Drum: The large, rotating drum is the most distinctive feature of a mixer truck. It is typically made of steel and is designed to withstand the abrasive nature of the concrete ingredients. The drum's capacity can vary, usually ranging from a few cubic yards to over 10 cubic yards, depending on the size of the truck and the intended use.
Hydraulic System: The hydraulic system provides the power for the drum's rotation. It allows for smooth and controlled rotation, even under heavy loads. The system is also used for other functions such as tilting the drum to discharge the concrete at the construction site.
Water Tank and Admixture System: Mixer trucks usually have a water tank on board to add water to the concrete mix during transportation if needed. Some also have a system for adding admixtures (chemical substances that can modify the properties of the concrete, such as its setting time or strength). This enables the adjustment of the concrete's characteristics on - the - fly.
Chassis and Mobility: The truck chassis provides the necessary mobility to transport the concrete over long distances and different terrains. The chassis is designed to support the weight of the loaded drum and the other components of the mixer truck. It also ensures the stability of the vehicle during transportation and discharge of the concrete.

Types of Mixer Truck

Front - Discharge Mixer Truck: In a front - discharge mixer truck, the concrete is discharged from the front of the drum. These trucks are known for their precise concrete placement capabilities and are often used in applications where accurate pouring is required, such as in the construction of concrete slabs and pavements.
Rear - Discharge Mixer Truck: The most common type, where the concrete is discharged from the rear of the drum. Rear - discharge mixer trucks are easy to operate and are suitable for a wide range of construction projects. They can discharge the concrete directly into forms, trenches, or pump hoppers.
Self - Loading Mixer Truck:[!--empirenews.page--] As the name suggests, these trucks have the ability to load the raw materials for concrete on - site. They are equipped with a loading bucket and a conveyor system that can scoop up aggregates and cement and transfer them to the drum. Self - loading mixer trucks are useful in remote areas or small - scale construction sites where access to a batching plant may be limited.

Precautions for using Mixer Truck

Load Capacity and Balance: It's essential to know and adhere to the mixer truck's load capacity. Overloading the drum can lead to stability issues during transportation and affect the mixing performance. The concrete should be evenly distributed in the drum to maintain proper balance.
Regular Maintenance: The mixer truck requires regular maintenance of its hydraulic system, drum, and other components. The hydraulic fluid should be checked and changed as needed, and the drum's rotation mechanism should be inspected for wear and tear. Any damage to the drum or its blades can affect the quality of the concrete mix.
Concrete Discharge: When discharging the concrete, the truck should be parked on a stable and level surface. The operator should ensure that the discharge chute is properly positioned to direct the concrete to the intended location. Care should also be taken to avoid spillage, as spilled concrete can be a safety hazard and cause damage to the construction site.
Driver Training: The driver of a mixer truck needs to be trained not only in operating the vehicle but also in understanding the mixing process. They should know how to adjust the drum's rotation speed and handle any issues that may arise during transportation, such as a change in the concrete's consistency.

Things to consider when purchasing Mixer Truck

Project Requirements: Consider the size and nature of the construction projects you'll be involved in. For large - scale projects that require a high volume of concrete, a mixer truck with a larger drum capacity may be necessary. For more precise pouring jobs, a front - discharge truck might be a better choice.
Type of Mixer Truck: Decide between front - discharge, rear - discharge, or self - loading mixer trucks based on your specific needs. Consider factors such as the availability of raw materials, the construction site's layout, and the required accuracy of concrete placement.
Chassis and Mobility: Look at the quality and strength of the truck chassis. Ensure that it can handle the weight of the loaded drum and is suitable for the terrains you'll be operating on. A reliable chassis with good suspension and a powerful engine is crucial for the safe and efficient transportation of concrete.
Cost and Long - Term Viability: Evaluate the initial cost of the mixer truck as well as its long - term operating and maintenance costs. Consider factors such as fuel consumption, maintenance requirements, and the availability of spare parts. A more expensive mixer truck with better quality and performance may offer a better return on investment in the long run.

Terms of Mixer Truck

Drum Capacity: The volume of the mixer truck's drum, usually measured in cubic yards or cubic meters. It determines the maximum amount of concrete the truck can carry and mix at a given time.
Slump: A measure of the consistency of the concrete. It is the amount of subsidence of a molded specimen of fresh concrete under the action of its own weight. The slump value is used to control the workability of the concrete and can be adjusted during transportation in the mixer truck.
Power Take - Off (PTO): A device that allows the transfer of power from the truck's engine to the hydraulic motor that rotates the mixer drum. The PTO is a critical component for the operation of the mixer truck's mixing function.
Admixture: A chemical substance added to the concrete mix to modify its properties. Admixtures can affect the concrete's setting time, strength, workability, and other characteristics. The mixer truck's admixture system allows for the addition of these substances during transportation.