Pumps Vancouver: Types and Selection of Concrete Pumps

 Concrete pumps Vancouver are equipment used to transfer liquid concrete from its source to the place of casting. This blog explains the basic principles and the different types and chooses one depending on the project. Read on.

The principle of concrete pumps

The oldest concrete pump was developed as a double-cylinder hydraulic pump. It worked by the mechanism of one piston drawing concrete mixture from the source or the hopper and the other one pushing the mixture into the discharge outlet pipe. The flow from the cylinders to the discharge pipe or the hopper is controlled using a valve. This design was made in varied formats and better technology to facilitate concrete pumping at higher heights and lengths. This mechanism has high demand in the construction of high-rise buildings.

Categories of Concrete Pumps

Boom Pumps

This stays stationary during the entire concrete pouring session in a construction project.   They have an enormous dimension and are placed on the ground at the construction site. They often have a boom arm or a crane attached to them at different lengths for more efficient movements. This pump allows you to reach upwards, along, and below; thus, you can cast tight spots with boom pumps Vancouver.

Line Concrete Pumps

These are small compact units often used for small construction projects. In this arrangement, the line pump is attached to the back of a truck. This is why this pump is also referred to as the trailer or truck-mounted concrete pump.

Selecting a concrete pump

A concrete pump Vancouver is selected based on the project in hand. You can use the below parameters to decide which pump is good for you.

•    The purpose of the concrete pump

•    The pump manufacturer

•    The complexity of the project in terms of casting

•    Economic and pricing factors

A concrete pump makes running a project much easier and faster. Select a pump suitable for your construction project size and type. This will ensure efficiency in material use and timeliness in completing the project.