PPG Semco® Model 1188 HD Mixer — ATEX Class II Certified | CE Approved | Fully Pneumatic High-Viscosity Mixing
Heavy-duty. Explosion-safe. Fully pneumatic. Engineered for high-viscosity sealant mixing in the most demanding and volatile industrial environments.
The PPG Semco® Model 1188 HD Mixer is a heavy-duty, fully pneumatic mixing system equipped with a robust motor engineered to thoroughly mix high-viscosity materials in Semkit® packages. With ATEX Class II certification and CE approval, it is purpose-built for safe, reliable operation in volatile surface industrial environments where explosive atmospheres — gas, vapor, mist, or dust — may be present.
Always follow applicable ATEX safety protocols, site-specific hazardous area classifications, and manufacturer guidelines before operating this equipment. Refer to the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before handling Semkit® materials.
At a Glance
Model 1188 HD
Model Number
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Certifications & Compliance
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ATEX Class II
Directive 2014/34/EU
Certified for safe use in surface industrial environments
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CE Approved
Conformité Européenne
Meets all essential European health and safety requirements — legally permitted for sale and use within the European Economic Area (EEA)
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MIL-STD-810F
Method 509.4
Salt fog resistance tested to military standard — proven corrosion resistance for harsh marine and industrial environments
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Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Detail |
| Brand |
PPG – Semco® |
| Model |
1188 HD Mixer |
| Operation Type |
Fully Pneumatic — Non-Electrical |
| Air Supply |
85–95 PSI, 3 CFM Dry Air |
| Motor |
Robust High-Torque Air Motor — Heavy-Duty Construction |
| Soft-Start System |
Built-In Timer & Valve — Slow Start, Ramps to Full Speed After 3 Seconds |
| ATEX Certification |
ATEX Class II — Directive 2014/34/EU |
| CE Approval |
CE Approved — Conformité Européenne |
| Military Standard |
MIL-STD-810F Method 509.4 — Salt Fog Resistance |
| Shipping Weight |
77 lb |
| Compatible With |
PPG Semco® Semkit® 2.5 oz, 6 oz & 8 oz Packages |
Soft-Start Technology — Protecting High-Viscosity Mixing
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Why Soft-Start Matters for High-Viscosity Materials
The 1188 HD features a built-in timer and valve soft-start system that initiates the air motor at a slow speed, then automatically ramps up to full operating speed after 3 seconds. This critical design feature prevents the open spoke from breaking when engaging very viscous materials — protecting both the dasher rod assembly and the integrity of your Semkit® package from the first stroke.
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Compatible Semkit® Package Configurations
Single switch adjustment enables mixing across all of the following configurations:
| Cartridge Size |
Dasher Rod Length |
Configuration |
| 2.5 oz |
6 inch |
2.5 oz / 6" Rod |
| 2.5 oz |
8 inch |
2.5 oz / 8" Rod |
| 6 oz |
6 inch |
6 oz / 6" Rod |
| 6 oz |
8 inch |
6 oz / 8" Rod |
| 8 oz |
8 inch |
8 oz / 8" Rod |
Key Features & Benefits
🔥 ATEX Class II Certified
Purpose-built for volatile surface industrial environments — ATEX Class II certification (Directive 2014/34/EU) confirms safe operation where explosive gas, vapor, mist, or dust atmospheres may be present, meeting the most stringent European safety standards.
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⚙️ Soft-Start Ramp Technology
The built-in timer and valve system starts the air motor slowly and ramps to full speed after 3 seconds — preventing open spoke breakage when engaging very high-viscosity materials and extending the service life of dasher rod assemblies.
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💨 Fully Pneumatic — Non-Electrical
Operates entirely on 85–95 PSI dry compressed air at 3 CFM — no electrical power required. Ideal for hazardous environments where electrical equipment poses an ignition risk, and for locations where power access is unavailable or restricted.
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🏋️ Robust High-Viscosity Motor
Equipped with a robust, high-torque air motor specifically engineered to thoroughly mix high-viscosity sealants, adhesives, and potting compounds that would stall or damage standard mixing equipment.
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🔧 Single-Switch Multi-Config Operation
A single switch adjustment enables seamless mixing across five Semkit® package configurations — 2.5 oz and 6 oz with 6" or 8" dasher rods, and 8 oz with 8" dasher rod — maximizing operational flexibility with minimal setup time.
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🛡️ MIL-STD-810F Salt Fog Tested
Tested to MIL-STD-810F Method 509.4 salt fog resistance standards — confirming proven corrosion resistance for deployment in harsh marine, coastal, and high-humidity industrial environments where equipment longevity is critical.
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Understanding ATEX Class II & CE Approval
🔥 What ATEX Class II Means
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Directive: 2014/34/EU — Equipment for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
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Group II: Surface industrial environments (not underground mines) with explosive atmosphere risk
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Covers: Gas, vapor, mist (Zone G) and combustible dust (Zone D) explosive atmospheres
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Zones: Applicable across Zone 1/21 and Zone 2/22 hazardous area classifications
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🇪🇺 What CE Approval Means
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Marking: Conformité Européenne — mandatory for products placed on the EEA single market
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Compliance: Confirms conformity with all applicable European health, safety, and environmental directives
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ATEX link: For ATEX products, CE confirms proper conformity assessment procedures were followed under Directive 2014/34/EU
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Market access: Legally permits free movement and sale throughout the European Economic Area
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Choosing the Right Semkit® Mixer
Model 285-A
Semi-Auto / Corded
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→115 VAC power |
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→Bell timer alert |
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→Standard viscosity |
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Model 285-B
Semi-Auto / Cordless
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→20V Li-Ion battery |
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→Auto-stop timer |
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→Fully portable |
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Model 388
Fully Auto / 115V + Air
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→115 VAC + 90 PSI |
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→Fully automated |
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→High-volume lines |
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Model 1188 HD ← Here
Pneumatic / ATEX / HD
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→ATEX Class II certified |
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→Explosive atmospheres |
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→High-viscosity materials |
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Volatile & Explosive Atmospheres High-Viscosity Sealant Mixing Aerospace Assembly Hazardous Area Operations EEA / European Market Operations Marine & Coastal Environments No-Electrical-Power Locations MRO & Industrial Maintenance
Complete Your Workflow
⚠️ Required Components
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Semco® Semkit® Cartridge Packages
Filled 2.5 oz, 6 oz, or 8 oz packages with compatible 6" or 8" dasher rods
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85–95 PSI Dry Compressed Air Supply
3 CFM dry air supply required — moisture in the air supply can damage the pneumatic motor
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⭐ Recommended Accessories
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Dispensing Guns
Pneumatic dispensing guns for controlled material application after mixing
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Precision Nozzles
Targeted material delivery nozzles in multiple tip configurations for specific applications
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Professional Application Tools
Spatulas, brushes, and finishing tools for professional material application
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Quality You Can Count On
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ATEX Class II Certified
Certified safe for explosive atmosphere environments — gas, vapor, mist, and dust
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Soft-Start Protection
3-second ramp-up prevents dasher rod breakage in high-viscosity materials
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MIL-STD-810F Tested
Military-grade salt fog resistance — proven durability in harsh environments
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Single-Switch Versatility
One switch — five Semkit® configurations — maximum operational flexibility
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PPG Semco® Model 1188 HD — The definitive heavy-duty mixing solution for volatile environments and high-viscosity materials.
ATEX Class II Certified | CE Approved | MIL-STD-810F Tested | Fully Pneumatic | 85–95 PSI | 3 CFM
⚠️ Safety & Compliance Notice: Always follow applicable ATEX safety protocols, site-specific hazardous area classifications, and manufacturer guidelines before operating this equipment. Ensure air supply is dry and within the 85–95 PSI operating range. Refer to the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before handling Semkit® materials.
Legal Notice: All recommendations, statements, and technical data contained herein are based on tests believed to be reliable and correct, but accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed and are not to be construed as a warranty, either expressed or implied. User shall rely on their own information and tests to determine suitability of the product for the intended use and assumes all risks and liability resulting from use of the product. Seller's and manufacturer's sole responsibility shall be to replace that portion of the product which proves to be defective. Neither seller nor manufacturer shall be liable to the buyer or any third person for any injury, loss, or damage directly or indirectly resulting from use of, or inability to use, the product. Recommendations or statements other than those contained in a written agreement signed by an officer of the manufacturer shall not be binding upon the manufacturer or seller.
Semco® and Semkit® are registered trademarks of PRC-DeSoto International Inc., registered with the U.S. Patent Office. Specifications subject to change without notice.
