
A portable concrete pump is a highly efficient concrete delivery device integrated onto a vehicle chassis or trailer. It uses hydraulically driven pistons to continuously transport and pumping concrete from a concrete mixer truck or other container along a pipeline to the pouring site. Portable concrete pump is widely used in construction projects such as high-rise buildings, bridges and tunnels.

Operating Mechanism of Portable Concrete Pump:
The portable concrete pump equipment utilizes a dual-piston hydraulic drive system, which achieves continuous operation by alternately sucking in and pumping concrete. The specific process is as follows: the main cylinder pushes a piston to force concrete out of the delivery cylinder, while the other piston retracts to draw in new concrete. An S-valve or gate valve switches the flow direction to ensure stable material delivery.
Key Systems of Portable Concrete Pump
- Hydraulic system:
This system generally utilizes an open system with constant power control, achieving pressure levels exceeding 32 MPa, ensuring high-pressure, long-distance pumping.
- Powertrain:
Traditional diesel drive remains the mainstream, but electrification is trending significantly.
- Intelligent Control:
Integrated with a PLC control system, GPS positioning, and a remote operation and maintenance platform, they enable real-time monitoring of parameters such as oil temperature and pressure, with a fault diagnosis accuracy exceeding 90%.
Types of Portable Concrete Pumps:
- By Mobility
Truck-mounted concrete pump:
Integrated onto a dedicated chassis, they offer high mobility and are suitable for moving between construction sites.
Trailer-mounted concrete pump:
Requires a tractor for transportation, features a simple structure and low cost, and is suitable for small and medium-sized projects.
Combining the functions of a concrete pump truck and a placing boom, it eliminates the need for additional piping and increases construction efficiency by over 40%.
- By Power Type:
Diesel-powered:
Suitable for field construction without a fixed power source, with power ranging from 200-400 horsepower..
Electric-driven:
Low noise and zero emissions, suitable for urban centers and environmentally sensitive areas. Electric concrete pump truck sales are expected to exceed 2,000 units in 2023, and the penetration rate is expected to exceed 45% by 2025.
Key Features of Portable Concrete Pump Include:
- Flexibility:
Mobile concrete pumps are typically equipped with wheels, allowing them to move freely on the construction site and adapt to various construction environments.
- Efficiency:
By pumping, concrete can be quickly delivered to high or remote locations, saving the time and labor of manual handling.
- Adaptability:
They can be used in a variety of construction projects, including high-rise buildings, bridges, tunnels, and more, and can operate in complex terrain.
- Easy Operation:
Modern portable concrete pumps are generally equipped with advanced control systems, making operation relatively simple and improving construction efficiency.
- Concrete Quality Assurance:
Pumping concrete ensures uniformity and quality, reducing waste during construction.
When selecting a portable concrete pump, consider factors such as pumping capacity, maximum pumping height, applicable concrete type, and the specific needs of the construction site.
- Delivery Capacity:
Select a theoretical delivery capacity (30-180 m³/h) based on the project scale. For high-rise buildings, high-pressure models (outlet pressure ≥ 20 MPa) are preferred.
- Boom Length:
The market share of models with booms longer than 45 meters will increase from 22% in 2019 to 37% in 2023. Demand for ultra-long boom trucks over 60 meters is surging in bridge construction.
- Concrete Adaptability:
Large aggregates (particle size ≤40mm) require large-diameter delivery cylinders. For dry, hard concrete, an S-valve configuration is recommended.