All about the "Kraton" concrete mixers

When planning the construction or repair work of a private house, summer house, bathhouse, you cannot do without a number of power tools and construction equipment, which greatly facilitate the construction process. One of the irreplaceable objects of construction equipment is a concrete mixer.

The best option for private construction will be the "Kraton" concrete mixer, represented by many improved and compact models. You can find the right and reliable unit, which will save time, and also allow you to independently perform a number of construction works, having familiarized yourself with all types of "Kraton" structures.

The development of building technologies has allowed manufacturers to develop and produce compact concrete mixers that are perfect for small repairs and the construction of private houses and summer cottages. One of the leaders in this segment is the Kraton brand, which offers high-quality concrete mixers that are easy to use. The most popular and demanded in the model line are the following units.

• BeeTone 180, characterized by a large drum volume, which has a positive effect on the speed of construction work. The volume of the drum is 160 liters, and the volume of the finished solution is 116 liters.

• BeeTone 160, endowed with compact dimensions and high functionality. The volume of the tank of this design is 150 liters, and the solution output is 108 liters.

• BeeTone 140, which has excellent power ratings, high rpm and a spacious drum with a volume of 130 liters. The design allows you to make 91 liters of solution.

• BeeTone 120, characterized by compactness and high performance. The drum holds 110 liters of building mixtures, from which 85 liters of mortar can be made.

Regardless of the model, each Kraton concrete mixer represented by the BeeTone series is endowed with many advantages and features that make the design popular.

Concrete mixers "Kraton" belong to the gravitational class of construction equipment and have a number of design features, among which it is worth noting such.

• Equipped with a cast iron gear rim.
• Advanced tank configuration.
• Good power rating of 500 W.
• The speed of preparation of the solution. Regardless of the volume of the tank, the solution is mixed in 3-6 minutes.
• The presence of a protective casing, which prevents mechanisms from any damage and abrasive wear, as well as automatic protection of the engine from overheating, which significantly extends the operating period of the unit.
• Ease of transportation. Thanks to the castors, the concrete mixers can be easily moved.
• Built-in rotary handwheel for easy extraction of ready-made solution from the tank.
• Equipped with a crown drive. Such models are usually inexpensive, but very reliable.

In addition, the "Kraton" concrete mixer is easily assembled without requiring special skills. All fasteners are included. To decide on a concrete mixer model, it is enough to adhere to some selection criteria.

Due to the variety of models on the market, it is sometimes difficult for an inexperienced builder to choose a concrete mixer. In this situation, some useful tips will help you decide. So, when choosing a unit for private construction or repairs in the courtyard of a house, dacha, the following must be considered.

• Drum volume.It all depends on what kind of work is to be done - if minor repairs, then you can give preference to a concrete mixer with a small tank - 120 or 140 liters, and if a two-story house is being built, then it is better to buy a model with a larger drum.
• Engine power. The optimal indicator of the power of a quality concrete mixer is 500-700 watts.
• Operating principle.
• Drum wall thickness and manufacturing method. As a rule, the wall thickness ranges from 2-4 mm.
• The functional of the structure is the method of loading / unloading the mixture, adjusting the tank, the noise level.