Versatility of Volumetric Mixers: A Comprehensive Guide
Concrete delivery isn’t one-size-fits-all. At kreitmaker, we pride ourselves on delivering concrete with unmatched flexibility and efficiency. The versatility of our volumetric concrete trucks allows contractors, homeowners, and developers across the GTA to get exactly what they need, no more, no less.
What Is a Volumetric Mixer?
A volumetric concrete mixer is a mobile batching plant that is mounted on a truck. Unlike traditional drum mixers that carry pre-mixed concrete, volumetric mixers store the individual ingredients separately. These ingredients include cement, sand, stone, water, and admixtures. They are then mixed together on-site, which allows for concrete to be tailored to your project's needs.
This also means that your concrete is always fresh, and you can adjust the mix on the fly, all while minimizing waste.
Benefits of Volumetric Concrete Mixers
Let’s take a closer look at why volumetric mixers are quickly becoming the go-to solution for concrete delivery over traditional drum mixers.
Precision Mixing On-Site
The main benefit of volumetric mixing is control. With a volumetric mixer, you’re not locked into one preset mix. You can adjust slump, strength, and additives as your project evolves, without the hassle of scheduling multiple different deliveries.
Need a stiffer mix for steps and a more flowable one for walls? No problem. The mixer adjusts instantly. Their versatility makes them ideal for forming crews, underpinners, and contractors managing multiple pour types in a single job.
Pay Only for What You Use
Traditional drum truck orders often come with a frustrating choice: over-order and eat the cost of wasted product, or under-order and face costly delays. Volumetric concrete changes that. You only pay for what you pour.
This is especially valuable for smaller pours, patchwork jobs, or unpredictable site conditions. No more guessing. No more wasted material. Just the exact volume you need and billed accordingly.
Same-Day Delivery, 6 Days a Week
Time is money, and delays can throw a project into disarray. kreitmaker's volumetric service is built for versatility, speed and flexibility. With three strategic locations in Scarborough, downtown Toronto, and Stouffville, we offer same-day delivery in the GTA, six days a week.
You can order concrete through our app quickly and easily, reducing downtime and ensuring smoother jobsite logistics.
Fresh Concrete Every Time
Since the mix is created on-site, the concrete is never sitting in a drum waiting to be used. This ensures maximum workability, which is especially important in hot weather or jobs that have longer finishing times.
Ideal Applications for Volumetric Concrete
Because of their versatility, flexibility, and efficiency, volumetric mixers are ideal for a wide range of concrete projects.
Remote or Difficult-to-Access Sites
If you’re working in tight urban zones or rural areas, the self-contained nature of volumetric trucks makes access easier and the setup quicker.
Complex Pour Requirements
Need to alternate between standard mix and high-strength concrete? Or pour sections with different slumps and air content? A volumetric mixer can handle that without any additional downtime or coordination.
Emergency Repairs
Time-sensitive repairs, such as road patching or structural fixes, benefit from fast, fresh delivery and precise control. You don’t have to wait for a batch plant or worry about travel time affecting the quality.
Why Contractors Are Making the Switch
We’re seeing more and more contractors, shoring companies, concrete forming crews, and even DIY homeowners opting for volumetric delivery. The ability to order what you need, customize on the fly, and avoid waste is changing how people approach concrete work in the GTA.
And with kreitmaker's dedicated support team, customers don’t just get a truck, they get personalized, expert service from order to pour.
Volumetric Concrete Across the GTA
From Scarborough to Aurora, Ajax to Richmond Hill, our trucks are helping transform how concrete is delivered and poured.
We understand the unique demands of working in Toronto’s urban core and the logistical challenges of suburbs like Stouffville and King City. Whether you're managing traffic delays or dealing with tight jobsite windows, we’ll work with you to ensure fast, reliable delivery.
Get Started with kreitmaker
If you’re ready to stop overpaying for concrete you don’t use, or waiting around for deliveries that don’t meet your specs, the versatility of volumetric mixing is the answer.
With on-site mixing, same-day delivery, and a user-friendly ordering app, kreitmaker makes it easy to keep your project on track. Contact us to schedule your volumetric concrete delivery in Toronto or surrounding areas.