Is It Easy to Operate Boom Pressure Pump

Posted On: 08/05/2025 | Posted by: Haomei Concrete Pumps

In construction, the boom pressure pump plays an indispensable and key role. It can efficiently transport concrete to the designated location, greatly improving construction efficiency. So, how should the boom pump be operated? How difficult is the operation?

Careful preparation before operation

Be fully familiar with the boom pump: The operator must be familiar with the structure and function of the boom pump. The boom pump is usually composed of core components such as chassis, rotating disk, boom, water tank, oil tank, control room, hydraulic system, etc.

Only by knowing the name, location and purpose of each component can you operate it with ease. For example, if you know the working principle of the hydraulic system clearly, you can quickly determine the fault when a problem occurs.

Strictly check the safety performance: This is a crucial link before operation. Carefully check the vehicle's braking system to ensure effective braking when parking and moving; comprehensively check whether the hydraulic system has leaks and whether the pressure is normal.

Carefully check whether the electrical system has short circuits, circuit breaks and other problems; carefully check the working status of the boom and hydraulic cylinder, whether the boom is deformed, and whether the hydraulic cylinder is smoothly extended and retracted. Only when all safety performance indicators meet the standards can the subsequent operation be started.

Accurately select the working location: Find a suitable working location based on actual construction needs. Comprehensively consider factors such as the pumping range, surrounding obstacles, and site flatness.

For example, at a construction site, avoid the tower crane operating range of the building and choose a solid and flat ground to park to ensure the stability of the boom pump during operation. After the vehicle is parked steadily, open the cab door and set up the boarding ladder to facilitate the operator to get on and off the vehicle.

Key steps in operation

Adjust the vehicle posture skillfully: Use the operating lever and button to accurately control the up, down, extension and retraction of the boom pump. The layout and function of the operating lever and button of different brands and models of boom pumps may be slightly different, so the operator must be familiar with them in advance.

When operating, the action should be smooth and slow, and avoid sudden stops and starts to prevent damage to the equipment or safety accidents. For example, when extending the boom, pay close attention to the extension angle and speed of the boom to ensure that it operates within a safe range.

Carefully preheat the system: Before pumping, it is essential to preheat the hydraulic system and various components. Preheating the hydraulic system can increase the temperature of the hydraulic oil and increase the pumping pressure, thereby ensuring the quality and efficiency of the construction.

Generally speaking, the preheating time should be reasonably determined according to the ambient temperature and equipment conditions, usually between 5 and 15 minutes. In cold weather, the preheating time should be appropriately extended.

Carry out pumping operations in an orderly manner: When starting to pump, the pumping speed should be increased from slow to fast, while paying close attention to the pumping pressure, the delivery of concrete, and the operating status of the equipment. If a pipe is blocked during the pumping process, stop pumping immediately and clear it in the correct way. For example, you can use reverse pumping to try to suck the blocked concrete back into the hopper and then pump it again.

Is it easy to operate a boom pump?

For operators who have received professional training and accumulated a certain amount of experience, operating a big concrete pump truck is not difficult as long as they strictly follow the operating procedures. They can skillfully use the operating levers and buttons to accurately control the various actions of the boom pump and efficiently complete the pumping task.

However, for novices with no experience, operating a boom pump may be quite challenging. The inspection items before operation are numerous and complex, and the steps and techniques during the operation also need to be carefully studied and repeatedly practiced. Moreover, in actual construction, various emergencies may be encountered, which requires operators to have good adaptability and problem-solving skills.

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