Concrete pumping is a very reliable and efficient method of placing concrete, which is also an economical way to do the job. It is a popular tools among contractors because of its speed and ease of operation. It is especially useful to pour material in certain locations where a chute of a truck can\’t reach. It works where other tools can\’t, with efficiency and easiness.

There are various types of pumps available, such as boom pump, line pumps and separate placing booms. A boom pump is a large machine in a big truck typically used for larger construction jobs. On the other hand, line pumps are relatively smaller machines which can be used for construction where smaller output material is required. Separate placing boom can be used where large boom truck may not be able to conveniently reach the pouring spot.

A boom pump comes in a self-contained unit of a truck, frame and the pump itself. It is used for liquid material pours for every jobs from slabs and medium structures, to large volume industrial and commercial projects. They are used for large scale jobs because they provide better cost/performance value from their high maneuverability and suitability for narrowed areas.

As a portable unit a line pump is used for versatile job of pouring construction material not only into structures but also wet screeds, grout, mortar, sludge and foamed material. It is built with ball-valve-type mechanic and there are different models of line pumps available for variety of needs. They are used for filling fabric forms, repairing underwater surface and building beams for walls. This unit is small, maneuverable and cheap.

Separate placing booms, when combined with a right pump, can provide systematic mode of material distribution. There are various mounting options possible for placing booms, and a contractor can choose a right way to use one as per the job requirement.

There are simple questions that need to be answered when finding out which machine will best match a specific job without breaking a budget. First decide what is cheaper, to own or to rent an equipment. There are many rent options available, which may cost less than buying one. Second question is, which pump will handle the ready mix and what is the output rate? Is it possible to tow the machine with an existing vehicle? Answers to these questions will help to decide which pump is required to do the job.

While operating any of these machines, it is necessary to consider important troubleshooting and general safety points. A common trouble contractors often observe is possibility of pump line blockage. It is also known as rock jam which requires to remove quickly and safely. There are various reasons for such blockage and many pumps have indicators to show that.

Major safety considerations involve securing the system, cleaning the system and checking for wear. It is necessary to keep track of wear and tear of different parts. Safe operation of the pumping system will result into productive operation.

Concrete pumping is a useful method to pour material into right spot. It boosts productivity in a cost-effective way. It\’s ease of operation and efficient pouring make it a must-have tool for contractors.

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