Types of Concrete Pumps and Their Applications

Concrete pumps are incredibly useful, eliminating a lot of time that is otherwise spent moving heavy loads back and forth to different areas of construction sites. The large numbers in which concrete pumping services are used is testament to the efficacy and efficiency of the systems. As all construction projects are different, there are a few different types of concrete pump available to cater for the varying characteristics and obstacles of a construction site, and we’re going to look at what they are.

Boom Pump

Boom pumps are the saviours of construction projects where concrete is required in difficult to reach areas. Without boom pumps, transporting concrete to these areas would require numerous, tedious and tiring trips back and forth with wheelbarrows loaded with concrete, but most concrete companies now provide boom pumps to eliminate this inconvenience.

Using a remote-controlled, truck-mounted arm, the pump can be positioned over buildings, up stairs and around obstacles to ensure that the concrete can be placed exactly where it is required, wherever that might be. These pumps can also move a large volume of concrete in a short space of time. The arm of the boom pump can extend up to 72 metres, with extensions possible, should they be required.

Boom pumps are typically used for:

• Pumping concrete to high ground, such as upstairs in a building
• Pumping concrete to areas where access is restricted, such as behind terraced houses

Ground Pump

A ground line pump is more commonly used than a boom pump, and the name is fairly self-explanatory. Running along the ground, these pumps consist of a series of interconnected hoses and pipes that can be positioned around obstacles and through tight spaces. This maneuverability means that for many jobs that are in accessible areas and don’t require climbing stairs, no wheelbarrows or carrying of concrete is required.

These pumps can transport concrete at up to 1m3 per minute, which guarantees efficiency and ensures your project isn’t held up by having to go back and forth to the mixing truck with your wheelbarrow. There are no spills, there’s no waste, and there’s no hassle when you hire a ground pump from Total Concrete. Ground pumps are commonly used for:

• Delivering concrete through tight spaces, like alleys between houses
• Pumping concrete across rough and uneven terrain that would be difficult for staff operating wheelbarrows

At Total Concrete, we pride ourselves on providing the highest quality concrete services for customers throughout Surrey and Hampshire. We use only the highest quality equipment, including our state of the art ground and boom pumps, to ensure that we can deliver your concrete to exactly where you need it. To find out more about what we do, get in touch with us today and we’ll be happy to help.