1	SICOMA PLANETARY TYPE MP Probably the best planetary /countercurrent mixer in the world today Best choice for precast plants, both wet and dry cast Range from 0.05 to 3 cu. yd. output Loading Skip Hoists for all sizes Flanged cut-away for easy transport of larger units (model 1875 and above) “Perfect” mixing action gives more throughput, better quality concrete Competitive price, fast delivery
2	FEATURES AND BENEFITS Ideal mixer for all types dry cast, or combination wet and dry Up to 30% greater pan volume allows MP to handle true rated load. Others cannot handle their quoted capacity Equal performance on full or partial batches No contamination, batch to batch Large half-moon cover gives best access and safety of any in its class Available with or without skip hoist Easy to install moisture sensor
3	MORE FEATURES Large reduction gearbox and oil bath is cool running, good for the life of the mixer. Others have small, under-ventilated gears that wear prematurely and will not handle startup on full load Tighter fabrication tolerance allows paddles to run closer to floor and walls, reducing wear and giving better cleanout 11 models from 0.07 to 3.3 cu. yd per batch 3 types of liner for different applications
4	SICOMA MP GEARBOX
5	SICOMA MP TECH. FEATURES Pan: fabricated from steel laminations and mounted on X-frame allowing up to four discharge doors. Door opening can be limited by a limit switch. Models MP1125 and larger have key interlock safety device. Lining: Standard lining upgraded to Ni-Hard cast iron tiles Alternatives are regular steel for light duty and chromium carbide cladded plates for extra heavy duty Arms: Mixing Arms in Ni-Hard Cast Iron, Scraper Arms in Regular Steel Fe52. Paddles: Ni-Hard Cast Iron (630 HB) Discharge: The discharge doors are hydraulically operated (supplied on every mixer as standard). Closing is regulated by a pressure switch.
6	PERFECT MIXING ACTION Custom built gearbox allows paddles to cover every inch of mixer floor Three-bladed arms reduce slicing action, mix better and last longer Stronger product or saves on cement compared with others Fast and complete cleanout without extra cleanout mechanism Small scraper blade tail reduces dead zones without compromising discharge time Up to 4 discharge doors. Each has rubber seal, no leakage
7	Sicoma MP with skip hoist
8	Sicoma MP in exterior wet cast application
9	THE T-Q-T METHOD To decide what model of mixer is best for your application we need to know three things: 1st Question: Type of Concrete, type of finished product to be produced. 2nd Question: Quantity of Concrete. It could mean quantity per batch, or per hour depending on the type of application. 3rd Question: In how much Time With this information we can identify the right mixer for the application, after determining the time for each mixing cycle and the number of mixing cycles per hour.
10	THE FAST MIXING CYCLE The sequence in which the components are loaded into the mixer DOES MATTER. Depending on the materials and the product produced, materials should be charged into the mixer in sequence and as quickly as possible. Note that a fast mixing time is useless if the mixer is fed from a slow running aggregate conveyor with no intermediate holding hopper, or a badly designed cement scale that takes 30 seconds or more to discharge completely. We always recommend a DRY MIXING time before water is added, to allow wet mixing to continue properly. This does not increase the total cycle time; it DECREASES it because of the better mixing action. You will reap the benefits of fast MP and MAO mixing times if material can be loaded as follows or faster: Aggregate charging: MAX 20 Seconds Cement charging : 15 - 20 Seconds Water charging : 15 - 20 Seconds
11	SICOMA QUALITY Machining centers can handle complete twin-shaft mixers – only the largest manufacturers can afford this. Result is better quality The first ISO 9001 certified mixer company Inspection includes automated dimensional checking
12	SAFETY IN NUMBERS Sicoma outsells all other mixers, worldwide. Annual production exceeds 1000 Over 2000 Sicoma twin shaft mixers in use – approx. 50% of world total Sicoma China currently produces 700 mixers per year, mainly for China, while Italy produces around 400 mixers per year for the rest of the world. In China, mixers are run 24 hours per day, are rarely cleaned out and receive little maintenance. Only the best keep running The Sicoma plants use state of the art fabrication and machining techniques; their NC machining centers can accommodate the biggest twin-shaft mixers, ensuring that all parts fit correctly and do not fail prematurely The result is a great product at a great price. Take advantage of this opportunity
13	FOR MORE INFORMATION: Sicoma North America Inc. Palm Harbor, FL www.sicoma.biz marianne@sicoma.biz 1 800 921 7559 Montreal, Canada www.sicoma.biz 1 800 632 7083 Thank you for participating