Teka TPZ Planetary mixer achieves environmental and financial savings for major roof tile producer
Teka TPZ replaces rotating pan mixer, saving 68,000kWh of power per year.
£40,800
Annual-Saving
23.8t
Annual CO2 Saving
43%
Return-on-investment

“I have been making concrete blocks for 61 years. It’s in my blood. We have used many different mixers in that time and I can honestly say that the Teka Planetary Mixer is the best I have ever used.” Owner
A leading independent concrete block producer was experiencing problems with their mixer, leading to extended mixing times, lower productivity and a high reject rate. Retrofitting a new mixer posed many engineering challenges requiring detailed project management.
Product quality and productivity improved dramatically
Key features:
Benefits:
Productivity – shorter mixing time, more blocks per shift
Strength – product strength improved
Finish – significantly better surface finish
Project Management – ConSpare engineers managed the process
Sustainability – low power consumption
Efficiency – lower cost per metre
Downtime – minimal maintenance