Mecbo America's new concrete crawler boom places concrete in difficult-to-reach locations

Mecbo America, has added a new product to its concrete equipment lineup: the Scorpion concrete crawler boom. The Scorpion provides contractors working in piling, drilling, tunnelling, or commercial construction with a flexible arm for placing concrete where needed without disrupting the jobsite. It is an economical enhancement for contractors who have a concrete pump but need an effective way to move material to spots that are difficult or unsafe to reach using other methods. 

"As concrete contractors grow and the scope of their work changes, many recognize the need for a boom. The Scorpion provides that benefit without the added expense of another pump," says Blastcrete co-CEO Scott Knighton.

Flexibility for potentially dangerous or confined spaces

The 10-ton Scorpion has a reach of 52 feet vertically and 46 feet horizontally, with a rotational span of 370° — allowing operators to make just over a full turn while extending over structures, landscaping, and other difficult-to-reach or potentially dangerous areas. This setup is particularly advantageous for work on highway overpasses or in large commercial buildings with tight spaces. It's one of the safest ways available for getting concrete pumped up to high spots.

Because the Scorpion has no stabilizers, the operator can keep pumping concrete while the machine is still moving, advancing speed and operational efficiency. Customizations are available for contractors who want to reach higher than 52 feet.

All Scorpion concrete crawler booms come standard with a handheld radio control to move the boom and undercarriage. Power supply selections include a 50-horsepower electric motor or a 30-horsepower diesel engine with a soundproofing option. The arm folds up in a "Z" formation to make the machine easier to haul on a trailer.