How much does a concrete pump hose weigh?
In concrete pumping construction, the weight of the hose, as a key component connecting the pump truck to the pouring point, directly affects the ease of operation, labor intensity of workers and overall construction efficiency. As a supplier of concrete pump pipe fittings, we are well aware of our customers’ concern about the weight of hose. In this article, we will analyze the weight range of concrete pump hose, influencing factors and selection suggestions, to help you better match the construction needs.
First, what is the weight of commonly used concrete pump hose?
Concrete pump hose weight varies depending on the specifications, materials and length, common hose inner diameter of 80 mm, 125 mm two kinds of
The weight of the 3 meter hose with an inner diameter of 80 mm is about 25 kg, and the weight of the 6 meter length is about 45 kg.
The weight of a 3 meter hose with an inner diameter of 125 mm is about 45 kg, and the weight of a 4 meter length is about 60 kg.
Hoses made of super abrasion-resistant composite materials or with steel wire reinforcement may be heavier, but the durability is significantly higher.
Second, the key factors affecting the weight of concrete pump hose
Inner diameter and wall thickness:
The larger the ID (e.g. 150mm vs. 125mm) and the thicker the wall, the heavier the hose. Thick wall design increases the weight, but can withstand higher pump pressure (such as high-pressure pumping needs ≥ 20MPa tube type).
Material type:
Rubber hose: lighter, but lower abrasion resistance, suitable for short distance pumping;
Composite material + steel wire layer: 20%-30% weight increase, but life extension of 3-5 times, suitable for high-intensity construction.
Length and connector design:
The standard length of a single hose is 3 meters, 5 meters or 6 meters, and the increase in length directly leads to the rise in weight. The proportion of metal flange joints will also increase the weight slightly.
Third, the weight of the concrete pump hose on the construction of the impact and selection recommendations
Manually operated scenes:
If you need to move the hose frequently (such as floor pouring), it is recommended to choose 5 meters or less, weight ≤ 15kg lightweight pipe type, with lifting equipment to reduce the burden of manpower.
Mechanical pumping scenario:
For fixed pumping trucks or long-distance pumping, high wear-resistant heavy-duty hose (e.g. 6 meters 25kg) can be preferred to reduce the frequency of replacement and lower overall costs.
Balancing weight and performance:
By comparing the weight/abrasion resistance index (e.g. pumping square meters per kilogram of weight), choose the model with the best cost performance. For example, a reinforced hose has a 15% increase in weight, but a 200% increase in life expectancy, making it more economical in the long term.
IV. Solutions to reduce the burden of operation
Segmented connection: using a combination of short 3-meter hoses to facilitate manual handling.
Customized design: Adjust the thickness of the reinforcing layer according to the demand of pumping pressure to avoid “overweight redundancy”.
Supporting tools: provide hose supports or mobile pulley sets to reduce physical exertion.
The weight of concrete pump hose is a parameter not to be ignored when selecting the model, which needs to be considered together with the construction environment, pumping pressure and manpower configuration. As a professional supplier, we can provide you with multi-specification and differentiated hose products, and recommend the best solution for specific projects. For further data support or sample testing, please feel free to contact us!
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