Types of Concrete Pumps And How To Choose

As a core piece of modern construction machinery, concrete pumps have revolutionized concrete construction methods. Their technological evolution not only solves the challenges of pouring concrete in complex locations like high-rise buildings and tunnels, but also continuously improves construction efficiency through intelligent and specialized design. As a concrete pump manufacturer and exporter, we deeply understand the technical differences and application scenarios of various concrete pump types, providing customers with precise selection solutions.

1. Trailer Concrete Pumps: Experts in Confined Spaces

Trailer concrete pumps are characterized by their compact structure and maneuverability, making them particularly suitable for construction sites with limited space or complex terrain.

Their core advantages include:

- Ultra-compact design:

For example, secondary structural column pumps are lightweight (typically less than 1 ton) and only one-third the size of traditional pumps, allowing them to penetrate narrow passages and operate in areas such as elevator shafts and basements.

- High-pressure pumping capability:

Utilizing a piston hydraulic system with pressures reaching 10-16 MPa, they can pump up to 100 meters vertically and 300 meters horizontally, easily handling the pouring of structural columns in high-rise buildings.

- Low-energy adaptability:

With power consumption of only 11-22 kW, they can be powered by small generators, addressing power shortages in remote areas.

Typical Application Scenarios:

Anchor grouting in railway tunnels, backfilling culverts in water conservancy projects, and casting structural columns in old urban area renovation projects.

2. Concrete Pump Trucks (Boom Pumps): The Benchmark for Efficient Large-Scale Construction

Boom concrete pump trucks combine an automobile chassis with a hydraulic placing boom, enabling efficient "arrival, ready for construction" operations.

- Intelligent Placing System: A three-section folding boom (up to 38 meters long) supports 360° rotation, covering a height of 120 meters and a horizontal distance of 600 meters, eliminating the need for manual intervention.

- All-Terrain Adaptability:

Wheeled Chassis: Fast road transfer speeds (≥76 km/h), suitable for multi-site mobility.

Tracked Chassis (such as the AMY18): 35° gradeability and zero-radius steering enable tackling extreme terrains such as mountains and muddy swamps.

- Super-High-Rise Pumping Technology: An S-tube valve distribution system combined with high-pressure pumping (pressure 22-28.5 MPa), with aggregate particle size ≤33 mm, ensures continuous pouring of super-high-rise buildings over 150 meters without pipe blockage.

Typical Applications:

Continuous pouring of commercial complexes, cluster construction of hydropower dams, and rapid response in post-disaster reconstruction.

3. Concrete Mixer Pumps: An Economical Choice for Integrated Construction

Concrete mixer pumps revolutionize traditional processes, integrating mixing and pumping functions into a single unit, significantly reducing labor and time costs:

Dual-Process Collaborative Design:

The vertical-axis planetary mixing system achieves 360° seamless mixing, improving uniformity by 30%;

The pumping systems operate synchronously, achieving a displacement of up to 40 m³/h (e.g., the ABJZ40C model), 4-6 times more efficient than separate systems.

Energy Flexibility: A diesel-electric dual-power configuration (e.g., a 30-55 kW diesel engine/motor) is suitable for areas with unstable power grids. Modular structure: The lightweight chassis (gross weight 3-4.5 tons) enables rapid relocation, making it particularly suitable for low-rise residential complex construction in new rural areas.

Typical application scenarios:

County residential communities, rural road hardening, and small factory foundation pouring.

Key to Concrete Pumps Types Selection: Matching the Projects

- Select a concrete boom pump truck for:

Large projects (high-rise buildings, dams, commercial buildings)

Tight deadlines requiring ultra-high-efficiency continuous pouring

Open sites with boom extension capabilities (38 meters+ for wide boom coverage)

Sufficient budgets seeking minimal labor (no pipes or material placement required)

- Select a trailer concrete pump for:

Extremely confined spaces (basements, tunnels, alleys)

Complex and rugged terrain (requiring access with a small towable unit)

High but dispersed pouring points (high-pressure pumping for vertical distances exceeding 100 meters)

Small-scale projects (such as structural columns and anchor grouting)

- Select a concrete mixer pump for:

Small and dispersed projects (new rural residential buildings, rural roads)

Lack of ready-mixed concrete supply or long transportation distances

Searching for the lowest overall cost (saving on mixer trucks and some labor)

Requires rapid turnover across multiple construction sites (integrated solutions for easier site transfers)

As a concrete pump exporter, we provide more than just equipment, we also provide solutions based on a deep understanding of the work conditions. We will conduct a systematic assessment based on four dimensions: project scale and structure, spatial and topographical constraints, efficiency and cost balance, and concrete supply model. We will identify the most suitable concrete pump type for you and maximize construction efficiency. If you are interested, please contact us!