Makinex’s New Forced Action Mixer Improves, Safety and Cleanup on Site

Makinex, a global manufacturer of innovative jobsite equipment focused on safety, productivity, and efficiency, showed its new Forced Action Mixer (FAM). The FAM was shown to attendees at the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas. Makinex also displayed its 16-foot Sierra Light Tower for the first time in North America.

“North American contractors are being asked to do more with fewer people, tighter timelines, and increasingly complex materials,” said Brandy Carmona, product manager, Makinex North America. “Our focus at Makinex is to bring equipment to market that makes work safer, easier and more efficient to manage on today’s jobsites. The new Forced Action Mixer is a clear example of how we’re bringing proven engineering and practical innovation to the North American market.”

The 265-pound (120 kg) FAM is 29.9 inches wide x 38.6 inches depth x 47.6-54.1 in height. It uses a controlled, “forced mixing” process rather than a traditional paddle action, delivering more uniform results with high-viscosity materials while reducing dust and cleanup time. A sealed, AC-geared motor provides efficient, consistent torque with 1,100 W output, supporting the 37.1 gallon (140 L) mixing capacity.

A unique concave, inverted, anti-spill lid and replaceable liner are designed for less mess, less downtime, and extended service life. By keeping material contained during mixing, the FAM reduces material loss and helps maintain accurate mix ratios. The removable liner allows fast changeovers between screeds, mortars, epoxy-bound aggregates, and cementitious materials, eliminating cross-contamination and reducing cleaning time between batches.

Adjustable legs stabilize the mixer uneven jobsites, ensuring a level mixing surface, while rear transport wheels support easy loading and unloading. Additional features include a built-in vacuum port for dust suppression and removable mixing handles for easier cleaning and maintenance.

Electric Sierra Light Tower
Makinex also showcased its well-established electric Sierra Light Tower (PLT-800-US), a compact, high-performance LED lighting solution designed for rapid, one-person deployment.

Standing at 16.4 feet (5 m) when fully extended, it delivers up to 112,000 lumen, effectively illuminating areas up to a half-acre, or 23,680 square feet (2,200 sq m). Weighing only 108 pounds(49 kg) and featuring a transport height of 3.9 feet (1.2 m), the Sierra is portable and can fit into standard vehicles.

The Sierra features four fully-rotational, 360° light heads for versatile lighting configurations, while the electric mast ensures quick and effortless elevation.

“This light tower is ideal for indoors, outdoors, even underground tunnel work,” said Carmona. “Having the mast adjustment with the fully rotational lights allows you to light in any direction. You don't have to have the mast or the tower all the way up; you can adjust it as needed.”

Engineered for durability, the Sierra operates silently and is built to withstand winds up to 67.1 mph and temperatures as low as -22 F degrees, making it ideal for construction sites; emergency and disaster response; roadwork and traffic control; and mining and industrial applications.

“All of our products are plug-and-play, ready to go,” said Carmona. “If they ever do need service, we are known for providing red-carpet, white-glove customer care.”

Both products are available for purchase or rent through authorized dealers and rental centers globally. To help locate a product, and for more information, please visit www.makinex.com