Archimedes Screw – Drum Agitators
Glascraft UK invented a Range of Air Powered Mixers in 1999. These have been based upon Industry Proven Gast® Rotary Vane Air Motor and Combined with Revolutionary Shaft and Mixer Head Designs. The range is Pneumatic please follow “Mixer Care” sheet to promote longevity. Suitable for Mixing a Wide Range of Materials. Archimedes Screw Agitators create a Vortex within the Drum by drawing up from the base. Note: they do Not shear mix – see other mixers if shearing is required.
- Designed for 200 Litre Tighthead Drums – Narrow Agitator Blade can be close to edge of drum without causing damage
- A-3/4-075 Agitator threads into the 3/4″ Bung on a 200 Litre Drum
- A-2-200 Agitator fits into the 2” Bung on a 200 Litre Drum
- Mixer Shaft is Stainless Steel and features a “Corkscrew” Style blade for Helical Agitation
- Prevents settling out of fillers or pigments
- 7hp Industry Proven High Torque Gast® Air Motor
- Conforms to European Standard EN13463-1 None-Electrical Equipment for Explosive Atmospheres
- 87dB(A) max (reduced with silencer)
- Easily Adjustable from 0-3,000 r.p.m.
- Air Consumption 20-70cfm (30cfm @ 100psi is sufficient for most materials)
- Follow “Mixer Care” sheet
- Note: does Not shear mix – see other mixers if shearing is required.








