Multiquip 8074 Grate Latch Bar

The Multiquip 8074 Grate Latch Bar is a genuine OEM component designed for the Essick PRO20 stationary mixer. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this part matches the original specification for a direct, no-guesswork installation. Verified fitment on the PRO20 means you can order with confidence and get your mixer back in service fast.

Key Features

• Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to the exact material and dimensional spec of the original Multiquip grate latch bar, ensuring the latch engages and holds with the same positive retention as the factory part.
• Direct-Fit Replacement — Mounts to the existing hardware points on the PRO20 grate assembly with no drilling, cutting, or bracket modification.
• Confirmed PRO20 Fitment — Specifically validated for the Essick PRO20 stationary mixer; cross-reference part number 8074 before ordering to confirm your unit.
• Restores Secure Grate Retention — A worn or damaged latch bar allows the grate to shift or open under load, interrupting the mix cycle and creating a hazard; replacing it restores full, positive latching.
• Operator Safety Relevance — The grate latch is a safety-critical retention component; using the correct OEM bar ensures the grate stays locked during operation and meets the design intent of the mixer.

The grate latch bar secures the protective grate on the mixer drum opening, keeping it firmly closed while the drum rotates and material is being mixed. A functioning latch bar prevents the grate from lifting or shifting under vibration, protecting both the operator and the batch. When the bar becomes bent, worn, or broken, the grate can no longer be held reliably in position, creating a safety concern and interrupting normal mixing operation until the part is replaced.

Part Details

Compatibility & Fitment

Verify Before You Order

Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.

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