Concrete Boom Pump VS Line Pump

Posted On: 02/07/2025 | Posted by: Haomei Concrete Pumps

Concrete boom pump

Advantages

Concrete boom pump truck for sale can travel freely on the road like ordinary cars and easily shuttle between various construction sites. Whether it is multiple construction sites in the city or small projects with relatively scattered distribution, boom pumps can quickly reach the work site, greatly saving transition time and improving the efficiency of equipment use.

One of the most distinct features of the boom pump is its built-in retractable boom system. These booms are like flexible arms that can be freely extended and rotated within a certain range. When pouring concrete, there is no need to perform tedious manual takeover operations like other equipment.

Just extend the boom to the target position, and the concrete can be accurately poured to the designated location through the delivery pipe at the end of the boom. This convenient way of laying not only greatly saves labor costs and time, but also effectively reduces problems such as concrete leakage caused by improper takeover.

With the continuous advancement of science and technology, modern concrete boom pumps are equipped with advanced intelligent control systems, and many operations can be easily completed through remote controls. The operator only needs to stand at a safe distance and use the remote control in his hand to accurately control the extension, rotation and pumping speed of the boom. The operation process is simple and intuitive, which greatly reduces the labor intensity of the operator.

Limitations

High equipment cost: Concrete boom pumps have a relatively high manufacturing cost due to their complex structure, advanced technology and high-quality materials. This directly leads to the high price of the equipment. For some small construction companies or projects with limited budgets, purchasing boom pumps may face great financial pressure. In addition, the maintenance requirements of boom pumps are also high. It is necessary to regularly inspect and maintain key components such as the boom system, pumping system, hydraulic system, and replace worn parts, which also increases the cost of equipment use.

Limited pumping height: Although the boom of the boom pump can be extended to a certain height, its pumping height is limited compared with the concrete trailer pump. Generally speaking, the boom height of the common boom pump is between 20 and 60 meters. For some super high-rise buildings or projects that need to transport concrete to a higher position, the boom pump may not meet the construction requirements.

Strict site requirements: When the boom pump is working, the outriggers need to be spread out to ensure the stability of the equipment. This requires the construction site to have sufficient space and solid ground bearing capacity. If the site is narrow or the ground is soft, the outriggers of the boom pump may not be able to be spread out, thus affecting the normal operation of the equipment.

Concrete pump trailer

The tow behind concrete pumps are well-known for their powerful pumping capacity. They can deliver concrete to extremely high heights by manually taking over. In the construction of super high-rise buildings, such as skyscrapers over 100 meters, concrete trailer pumps often play an irreplaceable role. By reasonably connecting the delivery pipeline, the trailer pump can continuously pump concrete to each floor of the building to ensure the smooth progress of the construction. Its pumping height far exceeds that of the concrete boom pump, providing a solid guarantee for the construction of high-rise and super high-rise buildings.

Compared with concrete boom pumps, concrete trailer pumps have a relatively simple structure and low manufacturing costs, so the price of the equipment is more affordable. For some construction companies or projects with limited funds but with concrete pumping needs, trailer pumps are a very cost-effective choice. In addition, trailer pumps are relatively easy to maintain, the price of parts is relatively low, and the daily use cost is also low. In some small construction projects or long-term large-scale projects, choosing trailer pumps can effectively reduce the cost of equipment procurement and use.

Trailer pumps have relatively low requirements for construction sites. Whether it is a narrow alley, a rugged mountain road, or a complex environment such as a basement or tunnel with limited space, the trailer pump can find a suitable working position with its compact size and flexible movement. In basement construction, due to the narrow space, the boom pump is difficult to use, but the trailer pump can easily enter and deliver concrete to various pouring points by manually taking over. In tunnel construction in water conservancy projects, the trailer pump can also adapt to harsh construction environments and stably complete the concrete pumping task.

Disadvantages

Manual takeover and cumbersome preparation: Before using the concrete trailer pump, it is necessary to manually connect and install the delivery pipeline, which is a relatively cumbersome process. It not only consumes a lot of manpower and time, but also has high technical requirements for operators. If the pipeline connection is not firm or the seal is not tight, it may cause concrete leakage, affecting the quality and progress of construction. After each construction, the pipeline needs to be manually disassembled for cleaning and maintenance, which increases the complexity and labor intensity of construction.

Poor mobility: The trailer pump itself does not have an independent walking chassis and needs to rely on trailers or other means of transportation to move. In the construction site, its movement is also relatively inconvenient, and it takes a certain amount of time and effort to adjust the position of the equipment. This is in sharp contrast to the mobility of the boom pump. In some construction scenarios where frequent equipment movement is required, the lack of mobility of the trailer pump may affect the construction efficiency. In a large-scale construction site, if concrete pouring operations need to be carried out in different areas, the boom pump can be quickly moved to the new work point, while the trailer pump takes a long time to transfer and reinstall.

Relatively low construction efficiency: Since the trailer pump needs to be manually connected, during the pumping process, it is also necessary to manually move the pipe outlet to ensure uniform concrete pouring. This series of manual operation links makes the construction efficiency of the trailer pump lower than that of the boom pump. Especially when a large number of concrete pouring tasks need to be completed quickly, the trailer pump may not meet the requirements of the construction progress. In the foundation pouring projects of some large commercial buildings, due to the large volume of concrete pouring, the construction efficiency requirements are high, and the high efficiency advantage of the boom pump is more obvious at this time.

In actual concrete construction projects, should we choose a concrete boom pump or a trailer concrete pump? This requires comprehensive consideration of multiple factors such as project scale and height, construction site conditions and project budget to ensure that the selected equipment can meet the project needs to the greatest extent while maximizing cost-effectiveness.

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