The Scorpion Concrete Crawler boom pump has been added to glass, ceramics and concrete manufacturing company Mecbo America’s product line-up.

The pump provides contractors working in piling, drilling, tunnelling or commercial construction with a flexible arm for placing concrete where needed without disrupting the jobsite.

Mecbo America – a division of equipment manufacturer Blastcrete Equipment – notes that the Scorpion is an economical enhancement for contractors who have a concrete pump but need an effective way to deftly move material to spots that are difficult or unsafe to reach using other methods.

“As concrete contractors grow and the scope of their work changes, many recognise the need for a boom. The Scorpion provides that benefit without the added expense of another pump,” says Blastcrete co-CEO Scott Knighton.

The 10 t Scorpion has a reach of 15.85 m vertically and 14.02 m horizontally, with a rotational span of 370°, allowing operators to make just over a full turn while extending over structures, landscaping and other difficult- to-reach or potentially dangerous areas.

Previously, these obstacles created “time- intensive and costly setbacks” on projects, but the “expansive” reach of the Scorpion eliminates such concerns. This setup is particularly advantageous for work on highway overpasses or in large commercial buildings with tight spaces. It is, reportedly, one of the safest ways available for pumping concrete up to high spots.

Knighton suggests that contractors can benefit from its “nimble” design and, because it has no stabilisers, the operator can keep pumping concrete while the machine is still moving, advancing speed and operational efficiency. Additionally, customisations are available for customers that want to reach higher than 15.85 m.

All Scorpion Concrete Crawler booms come standard with a convenient, handheld radio control to move the boom and undercarriage. Power supply selections include a 50 hp electric motor or a 30 hp diesel engine with a soundproofing option. The arm folds up in a “Z” formation to make the machine easier to haul on a trailer.