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In this article, we explore the technical and financial impacts of optimizing concrete mix design for pumpability in construction projects. We offer key insights, such as the importance of achieving an optimal aggregate gradation to minimize pump pressure, balancing paste volume within a well-graded granular skeleton, and managing risks like segregation and excessive concrete pump pressures. Proper mix design not only reduces issues like line clogging, but also ensures smoother operations, better efficiency and cost savings. By understanding and leveraging these strategies, concrete pumping professionals can achieve regulatory compliance, reduce project costs and enhance the durability of their work, solidifying their competitive edge in the industry. The graphic below offers a quick overview of paste content relative to pumping pressure and cost.

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Boomtown Concrete Pumping LLC
6650 NW Third Place
Ocala, FL 34482

Cemtech Concrete Pumping
3224 Three Bars Rd
St Geroge, UT 84790

Concrete Pumping Services CPS, LLC
615 Herrington Rd
Petal, MS 39465

Dynamic Holdings of Polk County LLC
4216 Hammond Dr
Winter Haven, FL 33881

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Absolute Group
1800 Burr Oak Blvd
Granger, IA 50109

Bryan Mann
3735 Carceacre Rd
Alpine, CA 91901

Corona Pump & Screed
4883 W. Picacho
Las Cruces, NM 88007

Jackson Concrete Pumping
2323 Brooklyn Rd
Jackson, MI 49203

Pandemonium Equipment Inc.
100 Boucle Jeanne Cir Apt 302
Maitland, FL 32751

Dale Bone, Sr., a pioneer in the concrete industry and co-founder of Brundage-Bone Concrete Pumping was a dedicated advocate of the industry and a long-serving ACPA Board Member. In his honor, the Bone family established a one-time scholarship fund using the generous contributions made in his memory.  This scholarship will support future generations while preserving Dale’s enduring legacy.