Mixing Cement Slurry
Posted by John from Brisbane, OT, AU on October 28, 2006
What type of mixing pumps would you recommend for mixing cement in a 5000liter (1300 gal) tank to a consistency 16 pounds per gallon?
A recirculating high-shear vortex or impeller pump works well. For cement and water it is important to remember we are actually emulsifying the powder and water, dissolving the finest powder materials and creating a solution or paste--depending on the viscosity required. For very thick pastes, a pump is not reccommended, but rather a high-shear mixer should be utilized.
