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| Pros and Cons of Using Electric or Gas
Cement Mixers |
| By Greg Vanden Berge |
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It seems like professionals who deal with concrete or masonry on a daily
basis, use gas powered cement mixers. They are often more powerful and
can be positioned in the areas that might not have electricity near
them.
I personally prefer electric cement mixers, because they are easier to
maintain, quieter and every project that I've worked on, is near an
electrical outlet. Here are a couple of advantages and disadvantages to
using each type of cement mixer.
Advantages to Using an Electric Cement Mixer
You can't turn it on or off at any time during the day.
There are much quieter than gas cement mixers.
You don't need to carry around a bunch of gas cans.
Lighter and easier to maneuver.
They can be used inside of the building that isnt well ventilated.
Disadvantages to Using an Electric Cement Mixer
The electric extension cords usually limit the placement near
electrical outlets.
They usually don't have as much horsepower as a gas powered mixer. |
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| Advantages to Using a Gas Powered Cement
Mixer
They can be used in areas that don't have electricity.
Most gas powered cement mixers have more power and can mix larger
loads.
Disadvantages to Using a Gas Powered Cement Mixer
They usually create more noise than an electric cement mixer.
They can't be used inside of buildings that aren't well ventilated
because of the exhaust fumes.
Gasoline is extremely flammable
You need to carry around extra containers filled with gasoline to keep
these mixers running.
You live with the constant fear of running out of gasoline, while
you're working out in the middle of nowhere.
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