Cement Mixers: Global Trends In The Mixer Market

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Cement mixers are powered tools that make construction work more effective in a variety of ways. It helps lessen the workload for manual labourers, ensures uniform cement mixes, and reduces the time and money spent on projects. The importance and utility of mixers has been understood in the industry for a long time, and that is why cement mixers have become a staple on most construction sites around the world.

 

At BS Power, we proudly serve the South African market, providing our customers with the best power tools available today. Whether they are looking for a chainsaw, a concrete mixer, or a ride-on mower, we source only the best products from the most trusted manufacturers. However, we still understand that it is incredibly important to pay attention to what is happening on a global scale. By better understanding global trends, we believe that we can be more effective at maintaining our high standard of service by providing South African customers with the best products the world has to offer.

 

In this article, we want to emphasise just how important it is to have a comprehensive understanding of global trends and we will do so by using the cement mixer as a case study. We will evaluate some of the major trends that have a direct influence on the mixer market. So, if you are curious about what is happening in the world of mixers before purchasing your own, keep reading and let us at BS Power inform you about it all.

 

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Regional Variations

 

The most important thing to understand about global trends is that they can usually be split up into two categories. On one side you have global trends which are informed by what is happening all over the world. However, trends are not always uniform, and sometimes you see variation in market trends from region to region. When it comes to cement mixers this is the case, as there are both global and regional trends.

 

Let’s investigate regional trend variations as different parts of the world focus on distinct initiatives and aims when it comes to construction. These are two of the most prominent regions in construction and how these areas impact the mixer market differently.

 

Asia-Pacific And Mega Industry

 

Asia-Pacific is probably one of the most diverse market spaces on the globe. When referring to Asia-Pacific we are including a large set of smaller regions that are grouped together that include the far east, like China and Japan, South-East Asia which house countries like the Philippines and Thailand, South Asia which refers to countries like India and Pakistan and the Oceania region including first world countries like Australia or New Zealand.

 

It has been noted that in this vast region, construction trends are generally focused on massive infrastructure and construction projects. This is partially driven by the rise of dominant new superpowers like China, India, South Korea, and Singapore. Construction is integral in supporting and consolidating their rapid economic expansion.

 

With the building of new factories, roads, bridges, hospitals, governmental buildings and so on, the demand for cement mixers and other construction power tools is higher than it has ever been in this region as the need for effective and efficient construction is only growing.

 

The EU: Innovation And Sustainability

 

Europe provides an interesting contrast here, as the geographic size of this region is dwarfed by the Asian Pacific. Nevertheless, the region is filled with a multitude of extremely wealthy first-world countries that are constantly looking to invest in developing the entire region. However, their needs and the trends are very different from the ones discussed above. Europe is a stable region that is not necessarily looking to grow rapidly like Asia (although there are still massive construction projects in the works in the region).

 

Rather, their focus when it comes to construction is on sustainability and innovation. Thus, when it comes to cement mixers and other power tools, we see that demand isn’t for a huge fleet but rather for a smaller group of technologically advanced machines. These machines should not only support green initiatives and function in a more sustainable way, but they should also be able to complete more tasks effectively whether that be improved output or enhanced automation.

 

Demand In Emerging Economies

 

Above, we investigated how there can be a difference in demand between established and developed regions around the world. However, the needs and demands of emerging markets once again shift when needed. Unlike the above regions that we could situate in their unique geographic spaces and review the trends in those markets specifically, when we refer to emerging economies or developing countries, we are referring to countries and regions from all around the world.

 

Generally, when emerging economies are discussed in the media today, they are referring to regions like Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Eastern and Central Asia. These regions are unique as they have historically been poor, but in the 21st century, with help from the international community (think about organisations like the UN, IMF, or the World Bank), they have begun to improve the standard of living for their diverse populations.

 

So, in these sorts of economies, what are some of the current trends and demands that can directly impact the construction industry and, by extension, the cement mixer market?

 

Urbanisation

 

One of the most prominent trends we see in all emerging economies on a global scale is the shift towards urbanisation. In many places, like Africa and South America, they have historically been rural; however, as they have begun to develop, there has been a massive shift in these populations migrating towards cities and urban settlements. The movement of a population from rural to urban areas is referred to as urbanisation.

 

Obviously, urbanisation has a massively positive impact on the construction industry. Cities and their governing bodies need to find a way to support growing city centres. This means investing in more places for people to live, better amenities, and enhanced transportation networks. All these demands that are a direct result of urbanisation require massive construction work, which increases the need for power tools like cement mixers to build in a way that keeps up with urbanisation.

 

Infrastructure Development

 

When discussing urbanisation, we referred to just some of the construction projects that must be in place to support people living in the ever-expanding city spaces. However, combined with this, we see a trend of infrastructure development in these areas as well. Not only do you need homes, amenities, and transport in these cities, but a host of other infrastructure developments as well.

 

This includes everything from new education facilities like schools and universities to health care facilities like hospitals and clinics. Industrial complexes also need to be set up to facilitate growing industry, and we mustn’t forget about improved energy facilities including power plants and energy storage in order to support these growing urban spaces.

 

Again, here we see that the trend of infrastructural development leads to massive projects on a national level. These projects generally require a wide array of construction specialists to complete, who need access to the best tools on the market. Luckily, in Southern Africa, this need is supported by our wonderful selection of cement mixers and other construction tools at BS Power.

 

Technological Innovation

 

So far, we have expanded on global trends and focused more on how this impacts the construction industry (even though this directly impacts the need for cement mixers). Now, let us turn our attention away from global trends and the construction industry as a whole and focus on global trends in the mixer market specifically.

 

We begin with probably the most prominent trend that has always been around when it comes to machinery like mixers, and that is technological innovation. Although the cement mixer has already undergone massive redesigns and technological changes, there is always room for improvement. In the global mixer market today, technological innovation is focused on the following:

 

Automation

 

Currently, mixers are becoming more automated than ever before. This is due to a myriad of technologies that are applied to mixers today. Consider, for instance, the introduction of real-time monitoring and smart sensors. These technologies allow for continuous batch monitoring in real time. The sensors check for everything, including temperature, humidity, and even the wetness of the cement batch.

 

From there, smart technologies can adjust the mixture while it is still in the drum to enhance the cement batch before it is poured. Considering that many of these new mixers also have better communication abilities that allow people to monitor and regulate the cement mixers’ mixing process remotely using mobile apps, you can get an idea of just how automated mixers have become in recent years.

 

Energy Consumption

 

Another major trend we can highlight in regard to the technological innovation of mixers is the incorporation of more sustainable technologies. Today, more than ever, the general populace is aware of the threat construction can pose to the natural environment and how important it is to be more environmentally conscious about the technologies we implement in this space.

 

Some of the most exciting sustainable technologies that have come out of the global mixer market is the incorporation of more energy-efficient motors that are as powerful as older models but use only a fraction of the energy. This makes them not only better for the environment but cheaper to operate in the long run.

 

Furthermore, we also see the development of mixers that use renewable energy sources like solar or wind power. Although these technologies are not fully developed yet, early adoption of these sustainable energy sources seems to have yielded promising results.

 

Increased Demand For Rentals

 

So far in this article, we have examined the increasing demand for mixers due to rapidly increasing construction demands. We have also seen how technological innovation has been incorporated into these machines, making them easier and cheaper to use than ever before. The final global trend we want to briefly mention in reference to the cement mixer is the increased demand for rental options.

 

Current financial data shows that since 2018, there has been rapid economic growth in the construction rental market, which includes tools like cement and concrete mixers. In fact, in 2023, the construction tool rental market was valued at over ninety-five billion US dollars. There are many complex reasons that contribute to this rising demand for rental mixers; we will not be able to fully discuss them here. However, it is an emerging trend that we at BS Power are monitoring closely, as it can have a massive impact on how we purchase cement mixers in the future.

 

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BS Power: Encompassing Global Trends

 

In this article, we have discussed multiple global trends in the mixer market. We believe that it is important to pay attention to these factors in order for us to continually bring the best power tools and technologies to our South African customers. So, if this article interests you and you want to learn more about what BS Power can offer you, don’t hesitate to visit our website or contact us today to learn more.

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