Selecting a Dredge Pump

Marine dredger pump

Most standard dredges are designed and outfitted with an optimally size dredge pump to achieve an overall productivity range In cases where the pump size and type are a undefined, it is worth considering the following factors when selecting a dredge and dredge pump: type and thickness of material to be pumped, whether diesel or electric power is required, engine HP (kw) needed, pump performance data, durability, ease of maintenance, and average life expectancy under normal operating conditions, all vital attributes in the selection process. Of equal importance is matching the appropriate pipeline size and composition to maintain proper flow of material without clogging the pipeline and to maintain required pumping production to complete the job.

Ellicott Dredges, LLC offers its own line of dredge pumps designed for optimal performance in each cutter suction dredge and they have been proven in a variety of applications around the world to be very reliable in transporting abrasive materials and solids