Makinex Introduces New Mixer & Portable Light Tower

Offering standout solutions built for contractors, Makinex's Force Action Mixer (FAM) was designed to handle environments and construction sites where reliability and reduced downtime are essential. The mixer streamlines high-viscosity mixes with faster throughput, reduced labor and cleaner operation. 

It’s built for crews who need consistent results and is configured to suit standard 240 volt with thermal overload electrical protection for demanding jobsite conditions. 

“North American contractors are being asked to do more with fewer people, tighter timelines, and increasingly complex materials,” said Brandy Carmona, Product Manager, Makinex North America. “Our focus at Makinex is to bring equipment to market that makes work safer, easier and more efficient to manage on today’s jobsites. The new Forced Action Mixer is a clear example of how we’re bringing proven engineering and practical innovation to the North American market.”

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The FAM 265 lb (120 kg) FAM is 29.9 in wide x 38.6 in depth x 47.6-54.1 in height. It uses a controlled, “forced mixing” process rather than a traditional paddle action, delivering more uniform results with high-viscosity materials while reducing dust and cleanup time. A sealed, AC-geared motor provides efficient, consistent torque with 1,100 W output, supporting the 37.1 gallon (140 L) mixing capacity.

MakinexA unique concave, inverted, anti-spill lid and replaceable liner are designed for less mess, less downtime, and extended service life. By keeping material contained during mixing, the FAM reduces material loss and helps maintain accurate mix ratios. The removable liner allows fast changeovers between screeds, mortars, epoxy-bound aggregates, and cementitious materials, eliminating cross-contamination and reducing cleaning time between batches. 

Adjustable legs stabilize the mixer uneven jobsites, ensuring a level mixing surface, while rear transport wheels support easy loading and unloading. Additional features include a built-in vacuum port for dust suppression and removable mixing handles for easier cleaning and maintenance.

Bright & Portable

MakinexMakinex's high output and ultra-portable Sierra Light Tower offers a 16ft mast with a compact footprint, weight of only 108lbs, single-person deployment, and long run times. It can light a half-acre with just one unit. They can be used indoor, outdoor, in tunnels, or on the 25^th floor. With 112,000 lumens, it’s engineered for concrete pours, maintenance work, shutdowns, emergency response - anywhere that reliable, robust light matters.

MakinexStanding at 16.4 ft (5 m) when fully extended, it delivers up to 112,000 lumen, effectively illuminating areas up to a half-acre, or 23,680 sq ft (2,200 sq m). Weighing only 108 lbs (49 kg) and featuring a transport height of 3.9 ft (1.2 m), the Sierra is portable and can fit into standard vehicles.

The Sierra features four fully-rotational, 360° light heads for versatile lighting configurations, while the electric mast ensures quick and effortless elevation.

“This light tower is ideal for indoors, outdoors, even underground tunnel work,” said Carmona. “Having the mast adjustment with the fully-rotational lights allows you to light in any direction. You don't have to have the mast or the tower all the way up; you can adjust it as needed.”

Engineered for durability, the Sierra operates silently and is built to withstand winds up to 67.1 mph and temperatures as low as -22 F degrees, making it ideal for construction sites; emergency and disaster response; roadwork and traffic control; and mining and industrial applications.

“All of our products are plug-and-play, ready to go,” said Carmona. “If they ever do need service, we are known for providing red-carpet, white-glove customer care.”

Together, these offerings reinforce Makinex’s core mission: simplifying jobsite workflows so teams get more done with fewer headaches. Attendees can speak with Makinex’s product team about how these solutions fit into fleet strategies for 2026.