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This case study highlights the long-term reliability and advanced capabilities of CO-NELE planetary concrete mixers in a demanding application: the production of Ultra-High Performance Concrete (UHPC) cladding. The project utilizes the CO-NELE CMP1500 and CMP2000 models.
[The Challenge: Precision Mixing for Premium Products]
Producing UHPC is a technically challenging process. It requires a mixer capable of:
* Handling extremely low water-to-cement ratios.
* Efficiently incorporating high volumes of fine powders (like silica fume) and fibers.
* Achieving a perfectly homogeneous, lump-free mixture without balling of fibers.
* Providing consistent, repeatable results for high-value architectural products.
[The CO-NELE Solution: Engineered for Excellence]
The customer selected the CO-NELE CMP1500 and CMP2000 UHPC planetary mixers for this critical task. These mixers are specifically designed for high-performance mixing:
* Powerful Mixing Action: The planetary movement (rotating drum and counter-rotating blades) ensures every part of the mix is subjected to intense shear and kneading, essential for coating all particles and dispersing fibers evenly.
* Robust Construction: Built with heavy-duty materials and high-torque motors to handle the dense, abrasive UHPC mixes without strain.
* Precision Control: The system allows for precise control over mixing speed and time, guaranteeing batch-to-batch consistency.
[The Result: Uninterrupted Operation and Lasting Quality]
The success of this installation is measured not just in the quality of the panels produced but in the remarkable longevity of the equipment itself.
* Superior Product Quality: The mixers consistently produced the flawless, high-strength UHPC required for intricate decorative panels.
* Exceptional Equipment Longevity: A follow-up confirmed that the CO-NELE CMP1500 and CMP2000 UHPC mixers were still in good operation in 2025 (initial installation in 2018) . This demonstrates their outstanding durability and low total cost of ownership.
* Trusted Partnership: The reliable performance solidified CO-NELE's role as a trusted partner in the customer's production process.
"This project underscores the core strengths of CO-NELE equipment: precision for specialized applications and durability for long-term value. The fact that these mixers were still operating perfectly years later is the best testament to their quality."
- CO-NELE Project Engineer
Are you working with advanced materials like UHPC, GFRC, or self-compacting concrete? Partner with CO-NELE for mixing equipment you can count on for years to come. [Contact Us Today]
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