GRACO has introduced a heavy-duty in-drum, back-geared agitator for 55-gallon drums and tanks with pre-installed blades.

It features a leak-free gear box designed to eliminate oil contamination when mixing materials. It is ideal for paints and stains, according to the company. The agitator installs in less than 30 seconds and is available with interchangeable adapters and couplers for different drum configurations. It is approved for hazardous locations by ATEX and CE. Contact: Graco Inc. Tel: 877-844-7226. www.graco.com

This article originally appeared in the January 2010 issue.