6.1 - Mixing Process
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of a reversible drum mixer?
💡 Hint: Think about how it mixes and how it discharges.
Name one advantage of power mixers.
💡 Hint: Consider their speed and type of materials they handle.
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What type of mixer is known for its high-speed paddle mixing?
💡 Hint: Think about which mixer relies on rotation.
True or False: Pan mixers do not have blades that prevent sticking.
💡 Hint: Recall the functions of different types of mixers.
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Evaluate the efficiency gain when switching from a free fall mixer with a productivity of 60 m³/hour to a power mixer at 75 m³/hour. What factors could contribute to this difference?
💡 Hint: Reflect on how mixing methods impact productivity.
Design a small batch process using a pan mixer for a project requiring 30 m³ of concrete daily. What should be considered about mixing times and materials?
💡 Hint: Plan for daily output and operational limits.
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