CONCRETE MIXING & BATCHING EQUIPMENT

Planetary Mixers for Concrete Plants

Poyatos Planetary Mixers — MP Series — deliver superior mix quality for concrete block plants that produce coloured blocks, face-mix products, or any application requiring precise, consistent concrete. Faster cycles, more homogeneous mixes, and a wider range of capacities from 200 to 4,500 litres.

200–4,500 Litres Capacity MPC-200 to MPC-4500 60–90s Mixing Cycle
Product Overview

Superior Mix Quality for Premium Concrete Products

The Poyatos Planetary Mixer combines planetary rotation with turbine blade action — giving you a faster, more consistent mix than a standard pan mixer. It is the right choice for plants producing coloured blocks, face-mix products, or any concrete requiring precise ingredient distribution. Available in 6 models from 200 to 4,500 litres.

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Advanced mixing system

Combination of turbine paddles and planetary rotation for fast, uniform mixing on every batch.

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Replaceable wear parts

Paddle arms and blades are easy to access and replace — keeping maintenance time short.

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Efficient discharge

Bottom discharge system opens smoothly for fast, complete material release.

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Easy access design

Accessible components simplify inspection and maintenance — no special tools required.

Why this mixer matters

Consistent concrete quality

The planetary rotation ensures every particle of cement, aggregate, and water is evenly distributed — giving you the same mix quality on every single batch.

Faster mixing cycles

The combined turbine and planetary action reduces mixing time per batch — keeping your block machine supplied with fresh concrete without delays.

Advanced mixing technology

Planetary mixers are the industry standard for colour dosing and face-mix block production — where mix precision directly affects the final appearance and quality of the block.

Key Advantages

Built to Improve Concrete Mixing Performance

A good mixer directly affects concrete consistency, mixing speed, and overall plant performance.

Advanced Blade System

Advanced Mixing System

Turbine paddles and planetary rotation work together to deliver a fast, even mix — ideal for colour blocks, face-mix products, and any concrete requiring uniform ingredient distribution.

Advanced Blade System

Faster Mixing Cycles

The planetary mixing action reduces the time needed per batch — meaning your block machine gets fresh concrete faster and your plant runs without waiting between cycles.

Optimized Discharge System

Efficient Discharge System

The bottom discharge trap opens fully for fast, complete concrete release — no residue left in the drum, no wasted material, no delays between batches.

Tank and Coating

Durable & Low Maintenance

All contact surfaces are protected with anti-abrasive material. Wear parts — paddles, blades, and liners — are easy to access and replace. Long service life with low ongoing maintenance cost.

Production Benefits

How Planetary Mixers Improve Your Plant

The right mixer makes every block better. Consistent mix quality means stronger blocks, accurate colours, and fewer rejects — from the first batch of the shift to the last.

product consistency

Better concrete consistency

Combined mixing action improves mix uniformity — every batch the same, every block the same quality.

Faster mixing cycles

Faster mixing cycles

Optimised system ensures faster mixing and quicker discharge — keeping your production line moving.

Efficient discharge

Efficient discharge

Smooth discharge system allows faster and reliable material flow to your block machine.

Reliable industrial

Reliable plant operation

Robust construction supports consistent performance in demanding plant conditions, shift after shift.

PRODUCTION CAPACITY DATA

PLANETARY Mixers (MP Series Capacity Data)

Model MP Load Capacity
liters (1)
Production Capacity
m³ (2)
Power Power of Skip
MP-200 200 0.15 4 kW 2.2 kW
MP-500 500 0.35 11 kW 4 kW
MPC-1500 1500 1.00 45 kW 11 kW
MPC-2250 2250 1.50 75 kW 15 kW
MPC-3000 3000 2.00 90 kW 22 kW
MPC-4500 4500 3.00 110 kW 30 kW

(1) Load capacity, liters: dry load = aggregates + cement with a specific weight 1,600 kg/m³.

(2) Production capacity, m³: these values are approximate and may vary depending on the consistency of the concrete.

(3) Not sure which MP model suits your plant? Contact our team with your block machine model and daily production target — we will recommend the right capacity.

INFORMATION CENTER

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our concrete block machines, batching plants, and after-sales support

A Planetary Mixer combines turbine-action paddles with a planetary rotation system — meaning the paddles orbit the drum while rotating on their own axis, similar to how planets orbit the sun. This double movement creates a faster, more even mix than a standard pan mixer. Compared to the Turbo Pan Mixer, the Planetary Mixer is better suited for special concrete mixes — coloured blocks, face-mix products, and applications requiring very high precision. The Turbo Pan Mixer is faster and simpler for standard block production.

The Planetary Mixer is the right choice for concrete block plants that produce premium products — coloured pavers, face-mix blocks, two-layer decorative products, or any block that requires precise colour dosing and high mix consistency. It is also recommended for plants where the concrete formula uses special additives or fibres that need thorough, even distribution. For standard hollow block production, the Turbo Pan Mixer is often sufficient.

The MP Series is Poyatos's range of Planetary Mixers — available in 6 models from MPC-200 (200 litres) to MPC-4500 (4,500 litres). The right model depends on your block machine's production speed and concrete consumption rate. A small plant running a Prima or Syncro may only need an MPC-500 or MPC-1500. A large plant running a Novabloc or Megabloc would typically need an MPC-3000 or MPC-4500. Contact our team and we will calculate the right mixer size for your specific setup.

Yes. The Planetary Mixer is specifically recommended for face-mix block production — where a small amount of pigmented, premium concrete is mixed separately and applied as the visible face layer of the block. The planetary rotation ensures the colour pigment is evenly distributed throughout the mix, giving consistent colour in every block. If your plant wants to produce decorative face-mix blocks to sell at higher prices, the Planetary Mixer is the right choice.

Yes. Poyatos manufactures all spare parts for MP Series Planetary Mixers in our own plant in Granada, Spain. Wear parts — including paddles, blades, anti-abrasive liners, and discharge seals — are always in stock and available for immediate dispatch worldwide. Our technical team provides 24/7 remote support and on-site assistance in 80+ countries.
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