Cement Mixers
Cement mixer range for barrows of mortar, concrete and screed, with the right cement mixer drum size so you are not stuck waiting on mixes all day.
When you have got a run of posts to set, a patch repair to pour, or a full day on footings, hand-mixing is a fast way to burn time and your back. A decent cement mixer keeps the mix consistent, turns out batch after batch, and tips clean without fighting the drum. Pick the capacity to suit how many are on the tools, then get a mixer that will take site knocks and keep spinning.
What Are Cement Mixers Used For?
- Mixing repeat batches of concrete for pads, paths, fence posts and small pours where you need the same consistency every time.
- Knocking up mortar for blockwork and brickwork so the mix stays workable and you are not wasting half the barrow on dry lumps.
- Turning screed and render mixes on refurbs and patch work when you need steady output without dragging bags up and down all day.
- Keeping multi-person jobs moving by running a cement mixer drum that matches the barrow and the gang, so labour is not stood waiting for the next mix.
Choosing the Right Cement Mixer
Match the cement mixer to your batch size and how often you are mixing, because an under-sized drum is what turns a quick pour into an all-day slog.
1. Cement mixer drum size and real batch output
If you are only doing the odd post or patch, a smaller cement mixer drum is fine and easier to shift around. If you are feeding a brickie or pouring repeatedly, go bigger so you are filling barrows properly each spin instead of doing twice the mixes for the same job.
2. Site handling and tip control
If you are working tight access or moving it between plots, prioritise a stable frame and wheels that actually roll over rough ground. For frequent barrow filling, make sure the tip action is smooth and controlled, because fighting a heavy drum is where spills and wasted mix happen.
3. Power supply and duty cycle
If you are on a proper site supply, a mains mixer is the simple choice, but use a decent-rated extension and keep connections off the deck. If you are mixing back-to-back all day, avoid light-duty units that overheat or bog down when the mix gets stiff.
Who Uses Cement Mixers on Site?
- Brickies and blocklayers who need mortar on tap for steady runs, especially when the weather is turning and you cannot afford slow mixes.
- Groundworkers and landscapers batching concrete for posts, edgings and small slabs, where a mixer keeps output up without hiring in plant.
- Maintenance teams and builders doing repairs and extensions who want a reliable mixer ready to wheel out, plug in and get on with it.
The Basics: Understanding Cement Mixers
A cement mixer is simple kit, but knowing how the drum and loading affect the mix saves you time, wasted material, and burnt-out motors.
1. The cement mixer drum does the work
The paddles inside the cement mixer drum lift and fold the material as it turns, which is what stops dry pockets and gives you a consistent mix. If the mix is not rolling properly, you are either overloading it or the water is off.
2. Capacity is not the same as usable batch size
The drum might look like it will take a lot, but you get the best mix when it has room to tumble. Forcing it full to the brim makes it labour, mixes slower, and you end up with uneven concrete or mortar.
3. Loading order affects consistency
On site, the easiest way to keep mixes repeatable is to add some water first, then aggregate, then cement, and only top up water as needed. It helps stop cement sticking in the drum and makes clean-out quicker at the end of the shift.
Shop Cement Mixers for Sale at ITS
Whether you need a compact cement mixer for snagging and repairs or a bigger drum for steady batching on extensions and groundworks, we stock the full spread of cement mixers for sale. It is all held in our own warehouse, in stock and ready for next day delivery so you can get mixing on the next shift.
Cement Mixer FAQs
What is the best cement mixer for professional use?
The best cement mixer for pro use is the one that matches your daily output and will run batch after batch without struggling. For regular site work, look for a stable frame, controlled tipping, and a cement mixer drum size that keeps the gang moving rather than waiting on mixes.
How do I choose the right cement mixer?
Choose by batch size first, then access. If you are mixing for one or two people and moving it around a lot, go smaller and easier to wheel. If you are feeding brickwork or doing repeated pours, step up the cement mixer drum capacity so you are not doing double the spins all day.
What are the key features to look for in a cement mixer?
Prioritise a rigid chassis that does not wobble when loaded, wheels that cope with rough ground, and a tip mechanism you can control one-handed without it dumping the lot. A decent cement mixer drum design should tumble the mix cleanly and not trap dry material in corners.
How do I stop concrete sticking inside the cement mixer drum?
Do not let it dry in there. Rinse out straight after the last mix, and spin a bit of water and gravel through to knock residue off the drum and paddles. If you leave it to set, you will lose capacity and the mixer will struggle on the next job.
Can I mix mortar and concrete in the same cement mixer?
Yes, but clean it properly between mixes. Mortar residue left in the cement mixer drum can change the next concrete batch, and bits of set aggregate will drag through mortar and leave lumps when you are trying to lay clean joints.
