(WINNIPEG, MANITOBA, February 5, 2008) – StateMix Ltd., pioneers in cast polyurethane systems since 1969, announced today the release of their new VM-200 VortexMix™ by StateMix. A smaller version of their popular line of vortex mixers, the VM-200 provides the same centrifugal force and high speed precision mixing as it counter-part, but for significantly smaller quantities.

Taking the expertise they gained providing products to organizations like Chemtura (formerly Uniroyal), Prothane and Molded Dimensions, StateMix has created a product for smaller applications.

“We have been making polyurethane for 45 years now and the Vortex Mixer has been by far the best purchase we have ever made,” said Vice President of Prothane, Shawn McTear. “We can now produce better quality, more consistent product in less time.”

While the original VortexMix™ was designed for larger production facilities with mixing demands up to 2,500 grams at a time, this new product is ideal for batches ranging from 5 to 200 grams. Extremely versatile, the high speed VM-200 can be used in a variety of test labs, mixing silicones, polymers, epoxies, waxes, pigments and powered additives. In addition, this new tabletop instrument is ideally suited for the rigorous demands of dental labs. Average mixing times range from 5 – 30 seconds.

With trial units already installed in test labs, this product will be available for sale in the first quarter.

About StateMix Ltd.
StateMix Ltd. has been a pioneer in the development of a variety of machines in the cast polymer industry. The vortex mixer is the latest innovation from a design team with more than 35 years experience in the trade.