Mecbo America, a division of Blastcrete Equipment LLC, has launched the Beton Cap Series concrete mixer-pump to the North, Central and South American markets.

The Mecbo America Beton Cap Series concrete mixer-pump. (Photo: Mecbo America)

Pumps from Italian manufacturer Mecbo have been available for years in European markets, but lacked availability in the American markets due to the absence of a service and support structure. Now Blastcrete and Mecbo have teamed up to provide product availability and support in these regions.

鈥淭he formation of Mecbo America enables us to offer customers access to a unique Italian product backed by unparalleled domestic service and parts distribution as well as Blastcrete鈥檚 in-depth application knowledge,鈥� Blastcrete co-CEO Scott Knighton said. 鈥淲e鈥檙e confident that the increased efficiency and convenience of the Beton Cap, with the full benefits of the Pulsar pump design, will benefit contractors working in structural concrete throughout the Americas.鈥�

The Beton Cap Series includes a range of concrete mixers with capacities of 5, 8 or 9 cu. yds. and a pump that can deliver up to 105 cu. yds. per hour at a pumping pressure of 725 or 1,015 psi.

The Pulsar pump incorporates a rack and pinion valve control that Mecbo said reduces maintenance requirements and facilitates smooth pouring. A long stroke allows the pump to push a greater volume of concrete with less movement to minimize surging. A 30% to 40% reduction in energy consumption stems from the 鈥淪鈥� shaped valve rotation, which the company said eliminates pressure fluctuations and extends pump life.

The Beton Cap Series offers diesel power options from 115 to 210 hp as well as a 200-hp electric motor option. (Photo: Mecbo America)

The mixer-pump鈥檚 handheld radio remote control uses toggles instead of a touch screen, which the company said eliminates the risk of digital malfunction when working with wet concrete.

The Beton Cap comes in 115-, 160- or 210-hp (85, 120 or 157-kW) diesel engine models. An optional 200-hp (150 kW) electric motor is also available. Models range in weight from 9 to 19 tons. The mixer-pump is seamlessly integrated onto an axle with a tracked undercarriage, or can be installed on wheels or trucks.

Factory options include soundproofing, a hopper screen vibrator for harsh mixes and an automatic lubrication system.