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Some Changes are Afoot](https://info.whipmix.com/do-you-own-a-whip-mix-model-trimmer-some-changes-are-afoot) - ** [Equipment](https://info.whipmix.com/topic/equipment) - [** By Will Devine, CDT, TE](https://info.whipmix.com/author/will-devine-cdt-te) - ** August 16, 2018 From time to time, we review our products for increased efficiency and function. In an effort to standardize the door gaskets... 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