Precast Plant Thomas Gruppe, Germany
May 23, 25
Efficient pump technology in the Thomas Group’s precast plant at the Georgensgmünd plant in Germany
The Thomas Group, a traditional family business, convinces with its many years of experience and competence in the construction industry. In the three
business areas – concrete components, concrete and cement – it offers a wide range of products and a wide range of services. With a total of around 80 plants, including 28 precast plants in Germany, Poland and Denmark, the company relies on state-of-the-art technologies to make production Processes efficient and future-oriented.
Concrete pumps from Putzmeister have been successfully used in the Georgensgmünd, Remscheid and Wechmar plants for many years. At the Georgensgmünd plant, a comprehensive overhaul of the equipment was now on the agenda.
BSA 1408 E with top hopper and skid system
The initial situation
At the plant in Georgensgmünd, which specialises in the production of filigree ceilings, it was not possible to implement a gondola with a bucket solution due to static conditions. In the past, the customer had implemented a pump solution together with a plant engineering company that included a BSA 1005 E. This pump has been in use since 2019. It proved itself quickly and ran reliably. But over time, the system reached its limits and the pump was now running at maximum power for the most part, which led to increased wear. An extension became necessary.
A powerful solution
In order to increase production efficiency and reduce running costs, the Thomas Group contacted Putzmeister directly. After comprehensive consultation, the Thomas Group decided to purchase a larger BSA 1408 E with an attachment hopper adapted to the conditions.
The pump is no longer running at its performance limit, although it repeatedly has to convey approx. 1.5 – 2 m³ of concrete into the concrete distributor during the short time of pallet change in the carousel system, which then distributes the concrete on the formwork pallets. Thanks to the new plant, these capacities can now be managed without disruption and with less wear and less maintenance.
Putzmeister 3,200 l hopper extension with quick-release fastener for decoupling from the concrete pump. With newly added recycling tray below the pump for faster cleaning of pump and hopper.
Particularities
The top hopper is equipped with two agitators. This prevents segregation when filling directly from the mixing plant and during pumping breaks. The chute with swivel device, which fills the hopper, can be swivelled to the side. It is therefore possible to charge the BSA concrete pump in the precast plant as well as mobile Truck mixers and forklifts or buckets without any problems.
Swivel chute for optional filling of stationary concrete pumps as well as mobile truck mixers
The BSA 1408 E concrete pump is installed on a skid frame with rollers. The specially designed rail system enables good accessibility during cleaning and service/maintenance
Why Putzmeister convinces
Market leadership and expertise
Putzmeister convinces with a well thought-out, reliable and proven concept.
Quality and safety
Guaranteed and reliable supply of spare parts, which minimizes downtime.
Easy handling and cleaning
The new pump solution with topmounted hopper is characterized by easy handling and cleaning, which makes operation much easier.