Efficient material preparation is an important part of refractory installation. The Blastcrete MX-20CM combines a high-capacity mixer with a high-pressure swing tube pump, providing an integrated solution for mixing, hydrating, and placing refractory materials.
For contractors searching for a high capacity refractory mixer or high shear continuous mixer, the MX-20CM offers a stated mixer output of up to 25 tons per hour, along with a matching pump capacity of up to 25 tons per hour.
High Capacity Refractory Mixer for Industrial Applications
The MX-20CM is designed for both smaller refractory installations and high-volume projects.
Its high-shear continuous mixer has a stated output range of 0–25 tons per hour. This allows the machine to accommodate different production requirements rather than being limited to one fixed operating rate.
The overall material process combines:
Material Charging → High-Shear Mixing → Secondary Mixing → Receiving Hopper → Swing Tube Pump → Refractory Placement
By integrating mixing and pumping, the MX-20CM provides a single machine for material preparation and delivery.
High Shear Continuous Mixer
The primary mixer is a compact high shear continuous mixer designed to hydrate the refractory material.
Unlike a batch mixer, a continuous mixer processes material continuously as it is supplied to the machine. This configuration is intended to support steady material production for refractory placement.
The stated mixer capacity is:
0–25 tons per hour
The high-shear mixing stage is followed by a medium-shear secondary mixer mounted in the receiving hopper.
Two-Stage Mixing System
The MX-20CM uses two mixing stages before the material reaches the pumping system.
Stage 1: High-Shear Mixing
The primary continuous mixer hydrates the material and provides high-shear mixing.
Stage 2: Secondary Mixing
A medium-shear mixer is positioned in the receiving hopper. It provides additional mixing before the material enters the swing tube piston pump.
This two-stage arrangement integrates material preparation directly with the pumping process.
25 Tons Per Hour Mixing Capacity
The MX-20CM is designed for high-volume refractory work with a stated maximum mixer output of 25 tons per hour.
The equipment can also be used for smaller installations, with the supplied product information indicating applications of approximately 2–3 tons per hour.
This flexibility can be useful for refractory contractors working on both maintenance projects and larger industrial installations.
Integrated High-Pressure Pump
The high-capacity mixer is combined with a 4" x 36" ultra-high-pressure swing tube piston pump.
The pump specifications include:
Pump output: 0–25 tons/hour
Piston face pressure: 2,200 PSI
Pump: 4" x 36" swing tube piston pump
Receiving hopper: 1,500 lb capacity
Hydraulic hopper agitator
The pump is designed for rugged refractory pump-cast and shotcrete applications.
High-Shear Mixing and Refractory Placement
The MX-20CM's integrated design allows the mixing and pumping stages to work together.
The high-shear continuous mixer prepares and hydrates the material. The secondary mixer provides additional mixing, after which the material moves into the receiving hopper and through the high-pressure swing tube piston pump.
This makes the MX-20CM suitable for applications where continuous material preparation and delivery are important.
Potential applications include:
Refractory pump casting
Refractory shotcrete
Furnace lining
Furnace repair
Kiln maintenance
Boiler refractory work
Steel plant refractory applications
Foundry maintenance
Industrial refractory installation
Refractory repair projects
Actual suitability depends on the material formulation and specific installation requirements.
Swing-Out Receiving Hopper
The MX-20CM incorporates a swing-out receiving hopper that provides access to the swing tube section.
This design can simplify:
Cleaning
Inspection
Routine maintenance
Material removal
Swing tube servicing
Forklift tubing is also mounted to the lower hopper for flat-pack removal.
Reduced Dust During Charging
The machine is designed to minimize dust generated during charging of the continuous mixer.
The supplied product information also states that the continuous mixer can be cleaned more quickly and produces very little waste during cleanup.
For contractors handling frequent refractory installations, these features can help simplify equipment turnaround between projects.
MX-20CM Specifications
Specification MX-20CM
Mixer High-Shear Continuous Mixer
Mixer Output 0–25 tons/hour
Pump 4" x 36" Ultra High Pressure Swing Tube Pump
Pump Output 0–25 tons/hour
Piston Face Pressure 2,200 PSI
Dry Hopper 3,000 lb capacity
Receiving Hopper 1,500 lb capacity
Hopper Agitator Hydraulic
Flow Meter 0–20 gallons
Crane Pickup Four-point pickup
Trailer Axles Dual 6,000 lb capacity
Dimensions 220" x 89" x 108"
Weight 7,500 lb
Certification CE
Power Options
The MX-20CM can be configured with several power options:
99 HP John Deere water-cooled diesel
102 HP Deutz water-cooled diesel
Dual electric motors
The supplied specifications indicate approximately 100 HP for the machine.
The provided product information states that the efficiency of the two-stage mixer and oversized differential design can lower fuel consumption by 50% compared with competitive machines. Actual consumption will depend on operating conditions, material, workload, and machine configuration.
Key Features of the High Capacity Refractory Mixer
The MX-20CM provides:
Up to 25 tons/hour mixer output
High-shear continuous mixing
Two-stage mixing
Up to 25 tons/hour pump output
4" x 36" swing tube piston pump
2,200 PSI piston face pressure
3,000 lb dry hopper
1,500 lb receiving hopper
Hydraulic hopper agitator
0–20 gallon flow meter
Solid-state electronic controls
Swing-out receiving hopper
Four-point crane pickup
CE certification
Dual trailer axles
Electric brakes and lights
Optional Equipment
Available options include:
2,000 PSI hydraulic pressure washer
Vogel automatic lubrication system
Mounted spare tire
Pendant remote
Skid-mounted configuration
Forklift tubing
These options provide additional flexibility for maintenance, cleaning, transportation, and jobsite operation.
Compact and Transportable Design
The MX-20CM has a stated towing weight of 7,500 pounds.
Its trailer uses dual 6,000-pound-capacity axles with electric braking and lights. A four-point crane pickup is also included, with no spreader bar required according to the supplied specifications.
The supplied product information states that no special license is needed to tow the machine. Users should verify local towing and transportation requirements before road use.
Why Choose a High Shear Continuous Mixer?
A high shear continuous mixer can be beneficial when a refractory contractor needs continuous material preparation rather than intermittent batch mixing.
The MX-20CM combines this capability with a secondary mixer and high-pressure piston pump. As a result, the machine is designed to perform the complete material preparation and pumping process within one integrated unit.
For projects requiring high production, the stated 25 tons per hour mixer capacity provides substantial throughput.
The Blastcrete MX-20CM is an integrated mixer/pump designed for refractory placement. Its high-shear continuous mixer provides a stated output of up to 25 tons per hour, while the 4-inch swing tube piston pump is also rated up to 25 tons per hour.
With its two-stage mixing system, high-pressure pumping capability, swing-out receiving hopper, multiple power options, and transportable trailer configuration, the MX-20CM is designed to support demanding refractory installation and suitable shotcrete applications.
For contractors searching for a high capacity refractory mixer or high shear continuous mixer, the MX-20CM provides a high-output solution that combines continuous mixing and pumping in one machine.
High Capacity Refractory Mixer with High-Shear Continuous Mixing: MX-20CM
