Company Offering Cranes for Sale Also Offers Concrete Pumps for Sale or Rent

Crane Network LLC, a Chicago, Illinois based online seller of new and used cranes, has announced that they are also offering concrete pumps for sale or rent in Illinois. A concrete pump is used to pump liquid concrete so that it is transferred to the place where it is needed. It is also called a boom concrete pump because it makes use of a remote-controlled articulating robotic arm, which is called a boom, to place liquid concrete accurately. Because of the ability to pump at very high volumes, concrete pumps are an advanced alternative to line-concrete pumps.

Thus, concrete pumps are important equipment for construction companies. However, the important question to be answered is whether to buy a concrete pump or just rent. Basically, it is advisable to buy a concrete pump if it is to be used often and the company has the capability to affordably store the concrete pump. Long-term storage of concrete pumps may be quite expensive for businesses that don’t have existing facilities for them. Having access to the proper storage facilities is also essential in extending the life span of the equipment and making sure that it is always in perfect working order when comes the time that it is needed.

Ron Selby Jr., a spokesperson for Crane Network LLC, says, “You might want to consider your available options in concrete pumps for rent in Illinois if you lack storage and rarely use this type of equipment. Rental services are seamless and hassle-free given that the machines that you order will be delivered to the job site on time, every time, and quickly picked back up again once the work is done. Moreover, you will still have access to the same impressive range of makes, models and pump capabilities. And don’t forget that we can also serve your needs if you want to buy a used crane and other related equipment.”

Another vital factor to take into account is the list of equipment requirements that the construction company will have to meet to continue to be in compliance in the business’ particular field and activities. For those who have an in-house compliance consultant, the specialists at Crane Network can collaborate with the in-house consultant to make sure that the client construction company will obtain exactly what is required.

A primary consideration when choosing concrete pumps is whether a specific unit is capable of handling the kind of concrete mix that will be used. This is particularly important for those companies that utilize heavy, dense concrete that has large and coarse aggregates. It is therefore vital to be truly knowledgeable regarding the materials that the company regularly works with, and of the required equipment capabilities for pumping, mixing, and pouring the standard mixtures.

Another important factor to consider is the output rate of the concrete pump. This is how fast and how far materials can be pumped, depending on their thickness and overall composition, and the utmost capabilities of the concrete pump. It is also a good idea to ensure that one is not paying for more output that what is really required. Having more output capacity than what is required is not only uneconomical. It also inhibits the ability of the construction company to take on smaller projects. This is because a concrete pump with exceedingly high output rate will not be suitable for pouring thin concrete overlays. The result is that the company will be forced to rent a less powerful concrete pump for such small projects.

Furthermore, the construction company must make sure that the seller can guarantee the products that they are selling. This is one of the primary disadvantages when buying from a private seller, even if the prices are substantially low. It may be a better idea to work with a rental company because the company would have access to top of the line models that are usually offered for rent after they have been retired.

Those who are interested in concrete pumps or cranes for sale can check out the Crane Network LLC website, or contact them through the telephone or via email.