As the drum turns, the concrete inside mixes together. The traditional concrete mixer consists of a large barrel or drum with an open mouth on one end, affixed to a rotating shaft with an engine to turn it. To choose the right mixer for you, shop with mixer capacity, ease of cleanup, weight and footprint in mind (concrete mixers can be tough to store). There are a lot of mixer options out there, and the right one for you depends on the type of projects you plan to take on, and how often you’ll use it. From sidewalk patching and footings to full-blown patio pouring, I’ve done a little bit of everything, and learned a thing or two! What to Consider When Picking Out a Cement Mixer I’m also a gardener and avid DIYer at my mini-homestead in rural Pennsylvania, constantly involved in projects ranging from plumbing to plasma cutting, and – of course – concrete pouring and repair. The Expert: I’m a freelance journalist whose work has appeared in the New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, National Geographic, Popular Science, and many other publications.
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