OverviewOur drum tumbler mixer DME01-Ex is ATEX certified for zones 1, 2, 21 and 22 and provides consistent homogenisation of powders and liquids in 200–220 L steel, plastic and fibreboard drums up to 300 kg. The powered end-over-end design eliminates unsafe manual mixing and supports continuous 360° rotation duty.
Key features- ATEX 'Ex d' control enclosure suitable for gas and dust zones 1, 2, 21 and 22.
- Control panel with isolator, start/stop, home/docking (returns drum to vertical), rotation speed control, indicator lights and emergency stop.
- Compatible with 200–220 L drums; secures drums 860–1010 mm high and up to 600 mm diameter.
- Adjustable screw-top clamping bar with removable T-bar; accepts steel, plastic and fibreboard drums.
- Folding safety gates for quick loading/unloading; safety gate interlocks prevent mixing unless gates are closed and stop the unit if gates open.
- Full guarding to comply with Machinery Directive; prevents operator access during mixing.
- Optional upgrades: small-drum adapter, 304 stainless-steel construction for hygienic/clean-room use, custom mixing heads for non-standard containers.
Benefits- Ensures homogeneous mixing and increases process efficiency.
- Eliminates manual mixing risks and improves operator safety.
- Low-maintenance design with long service life (20+ years).
Additional notes- Power options: mains 230 V or 120 V single phase.
- Rotation speed: adjustable between 2 and 10 RPM (continuous 360° rotation duty).
- Mobility: anti-static/conductive wheels for easy positioning; jacking feet supplied for static positioning.
Technical specifications- Model: DME01-Ex
- Rated capacity: 300 kg
- Drum compatibility: 200–220 L drums; 860–1010 mm height; max 600 mm diameter
- Rotation range: 2–10 RPM
- Gearbox & motor: worm-wheel primary gearbox with 42 mm shaft and 0.75 kW ATEX motor
- Power requirements: mains 230 V or 120 V, single phase
- Control features: isolator switch, start/stop, home/docking, rotation speed control, indicator lights, emergency stop
- Duty cycle: continuous 360° rotation
- Construction: mild steel (standard); optional 304 stainless steel available
- Surface finish: grit blasted, primer and polyester powder coat (standard colour RAL 5010 blue)
- Safety: full guarding with Ex-rated gate safety switch and safety gate interlocks; emergency stop included
- Mobility: anti-static/conductive wheels; jacking feet supplied
- Compliance: CE / UKCA; ATEX / UKEX zones 1, 2, 21, 22
- Design life: 20+ years