Choosing the right mixer, shaker, or gyroscopic mixer starts with the containers you process, the volume you handle, and the workflow your team needs every day.
Start with your containers
Match equipment to the paint containers moving through your department. Compact shakers can support smaller counter workflows, while five-gallon shakers and gyroscopic mixers are built for larger containers and more demanding production.
Choose the right mixing method
- Shakers provide fast, repeatable mixing for common retail paint containers.
- Gyroscopic mixers combine rotation and tilt to thoroughly mix challenging coatings, larger containers, and products that benefit from more intensive agitation.
- Automation systems help operations standardize handling where repeatability and throughput matter most.
Plan for daily workflow
Consider available floor space, loading height, power requirements, paint volume, and the types of coatings your store processes. The right equipment should make routine mixing safer, faster, and easier for staff.
Explore RADIA mixing equipment
Harper Inc. offers RADIA mixing, shaking, and gyroscopic mixing equipment from Graco for paint and hardware retailers. Browse the current lineup to compare options for your operation.
Need help choosing?
Contact Harper Inc. to discuss your mixing workflow, containers, available footprint, and planned paint volume.