Are you planning to buy a concrete pump for your business? Do you know the average price of a concrete pump? Are you aware of the factors that affect the final price of a concrete pump? Do you know what really matters the most when it comes to the performance of a concrete pump? If you are new to this industry, chances are you do not know the answer to most of these questions. Do not worry, we will answer these questions in this article and help you find the right price for a concrete pump that is ideal for your needs.
When you’re searching for a concrete pump, the first step in your research journey should be the specifications you need. Don’t make the mistake of asking around for concrete pumps without being clear about the things you really need. In order to determine the specifications(determinar las especificaciones), you need to know where you are going to use the concrete pump.
The most important specification that typically matters is the capacity of the concrete pump or the amount of concrete it can pump in a certain time period. The next important parameters are maximum horizontal and vertical distance to which it can pump concrete. Power source is also important as concrete pumps can be powered by electricity as well as by diesel powered engines. The choice between power sources depends on the availability of a particular power source at the location as well as the price of different types of fuels in that location. In addition to these technical specifications, the other important things that matter are the reliability and durability of the pump, the value it offers as compared to its price and warranty offered by the manufacturer along with general reputation of the manufacturer when it comes to quality of their products. We will now discuss all these things in detail.
Every concrete pump available in the market has a certain theoretical capacity which is typically higher than the real world capacity. For instance, if a manufacturer mentions 50 cubic meter of pumping capacity(capacidad de bombeo) in a particular time period, you could safely assume that in real-world conditions that pump will deliver around 45 cubic meters of concrete in a given time period. This is due to the reason that manufacturers calculate this capacity in ideal situations where everything works perfectly but that is rarely the case in real-life construction sites. Therefore, you should never choose a capacity based on the theoretical output mentioned by the manufacturer. Always go 10 to 20% higher than the theoretical capacity.
The next important parameters are maximum vertical and horizontal distance that can be pumped by the concrete pump. Again, the choice will depend on use of the pump. If you’re going to use the pump for building extremely tall buildings, the vertical distance capacity is of utmost importance. On the other hand, if the pump is going to be used for projects where height isn’t of much concern, almost all the pumps with adequate horizontal capacity should work.
Reputation of the manufacturer regarding the quality of their products(calidad de sus productos) is another important factor that should be looked into seriously but many buyers often overlook this factor. They mistakenly focus on the price and choose a pump that is selling at a cheaper price without paying attention to the quality of materials used and the warranty provided by the manufacturer. It is recommended to stick to known brands with excellent reputation in the market to get the best value for your money. No name brands selling at a cheaper price often breakdown more frequently and you will have to spend a lot more money on repairs and maintenance of such pumps.
To conclude, do not focus only on the initial price but focus on reputation of the company, the quality of the materials used for the pump, customer reviews and warranty offered by the manufacturer to get the most value for your money. The above mentioned tips should help you in choosing the right pump that provides the best value for your money.