In modern building construction, as two common concrete production equipment, self feeding mixer truck and concrete tank mixing truck play an importance role.

Although they are designed to meet the needs of concrete construction, there are significant differences in structure, function, working principle and application scenarios. This article will introduce the difference between the self-feeding mixer and the concrete mixing tank in detail to help readers better understand and choose the construction equipment suitable for their own.

Structural Differences

• Self-feeding mixer truck

Self-feeding mixer is a kind of multi-functional concrete production equipment which integrates the functions of mixing, transporting and feeding.Its structural design is unique and usually includes a rotating mixing cylinder, an automatic feeding system, a power system and key components such as the cab. The mixing drum is used for mixing and storage of concrete, the automatic feeding system is responsible for automatically feeding raw materials such as aggregate and cement into the mixing drum, and the power system provides the power required for mixing and feeding.

• Concrete Mixing Tank Truck

Concrete mixing tank truck, also known as concrete mixing transport truck, is mainly used for concrete mixing and transportation. It is usually composed of chassis, mixing cylinder, inlet and outlet device, transmission system, hydraulic system and other parts. The mixing drum is the core component of the equipment, which is used for mixing and transporting concrete. The loading and unloading device is responsible for the concrete and the transmission system and hydraulic system work together to drive the rotation of the mixing cylinder.

Functional Differences

• Self Feeding Mixer Truck

The biggest feature of the self loading mixer is that it integrates mixing, transportation and feeding functions, which can realize the integration of on-site mixing, automatic feeding and transportation. It is suitable for various construction sites, especially those requiring frequent movement and on-site mixing of concrete. Self-feeding mixer can greatly save manpower and time, improve construction efficiency and quality.

• Concrete Mixing Tank Truck

Concrete mixing tankers focus on mixing and transporting concrete. It is usually used in conjunction with the concrete mixing station, the concrete produced by the mixing station is loaded into the mixing tank, and then transported to the construction site for unloading. The mixing tank can maintain the uniformity of the concrete during transportation and prevent the layering and segregation of the concrete.

Differences In Working Principles

• Self-feeding Mixer Truck

The working principle of the self-feeding mixer is relatively complex. It first through the automatic feeding system to aggregate, cement and other raw materials into the mixing cylinder, and then use the rotation of the mixing cylinder for concrete mixing. After mixing is completed, the vehicle can be transported to the construction site for unloading. In the whole process, the automatic feeding system and the rotation of the mixing cylinder are dependent on the drive of the power system.

• Concrete Mixing Tank Truck

The working principle of the concrete mixing tank truck is relatively simple. It uses the rotation of the mixing drum to maintain the uniformity of the concrete and prevent the concrete from being stratified and separated during transportation. When the mixing tank truck arrives at the construction site, the concrete is unloaded to the designated position through the inlet and outlet device. Throughout the process, the rotation of the mixing drum depends on the collaborative work of the transmission system and the hydraulic system.

Differences In Application Scenarios

• Self-feeding Mixer Truck

The self-feeding mixer is suitable for a variety of construction sites, especially those requiring frequent movement and on-site mixing of concrete. For example, road construction, bridge construction, tunnel engineering and so on. It can greatly save manpower and time, improve construction efficiency and quality. At the same time, the self-feeding mixer also has the characteristics of flexible movement, and can adapt to various complex construction environments.

• Concrete Mixing Tank Truck

The concrete mixing tank truck is more suitable for use with the concrete mixing station. For example, large construction sites, highway construction, urban infrastructure construction, etc. It can transport concrete from the mixing plant to the construction site quickly and accurately, and maintain the uniformity of the concrete. At the same time, the mixing tank truck also and high efficiency, which can meet the needs of large-scale construction.

Maintenance Differences

• Self-feeding Mixer Truck

The maintenance of the self-feeding mixer is relatively complex. In addition to the need to regularly check the operating status of the mixing cylinder, automatic feeding system, transmission system and hydraulic system, special attention needs to be paid to the wear of the automatic feeding system. Regular replacement of wear parts, cleaning of mixing drum and automatic feeding system, checking and adjusting the gap of each part are necessary mainteance measures.

• Concrete Mixing Tank Truck

The maintenance of the concrete mixing tank truck is relatively simple. It is mainly necessary to check the operating state of the mixing cylinder, the feeding and discharging device, the transmission system and the hydraulic system. Regular replacement of hydraulic oil, cleaning of mixing drum and inlet and outlet device, checking and tightening of connecting bolts of each components. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the cleanliness and tidiness of the mixing tank truck to prevent concrete residue and caking.

In summary, there are significant differences in structure, function, working principle, application scenario and maintenance between self-feeding concrete mixer and concrete mixer truck. When selecting and using the two types of equipment, you need to judge and select according to the specific construction requirements and scenarios. I hope this article can help you better understand and choose suitable construction equipment.