Masonry Magazine October 2003 Page. 30
PUMPS
CHOOSING THE RIGHT GROUT AND MORTAR PUMP CAN SAVE A LOT OF TIME, ENERGY AND MONEY.
Pumping the Mix Makes Sense
Michael Monz
Head of Technology Center
m-tec, Inc.
IN ADDITION TO DOING QUALITY WORK, A HOT TOPIC ON ANY work site is finding clever uses of site logistics. The condition and size of a work site can vary considerably, often making the choice of equipment difficult. However, there are grout and mortar pump combinations that will provide the most common sense solution to each of these work site variables.
These pumps can deliver fresh material from the point of mixing to the point of application over a distance of more than 200 feet and a height of 100 feet. Every system has pros and cons but they can all work as stand-alone systems so that the job can be done independently from other contractors without any wait time. In contrast to the use of hoppers, pumps also do not require cranes at the site, thus the danger of lifting materials can be avoided.
The following is a brief overview of the different types of grout and mortar pumps available, as well as the pros and cons of each.