The 2008 Schwing SP 500 is a versatile, all-hydraulic trailer-mounted concrete pump designed for efficiency and reliability in various applications, including pumping grout, shotcrete, and concrete mixes with aggregates up to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Key Features:
- Output and Performance: The SP 500 delivers a maximum output of 45 cubic yards per hour, powered by a 72 horsepower Deutz diesel engine. It can pump concrete vertically up to 330 feet and horizontally over 1,000 feet.
- Hydraulic System: Equipped with an open-loop, all-hydraulic system, the pump features twin circuit hydraulics and standard dual shifting cylinders, enhancing fuel efficiency and operational reliability.
- Long Rock Valve™: The inclusion of the Long Rock Valve™ ensures efficient filling of pumping cylinders, even with harsh mixes. This valve design, utilized in Schwing’s high-volume truck-mounted pumps, offers quick cleanout, easy wear part replacement, and low operating costs per yard.
- Hopper and Agitator: The pump comes with a standard hydraulic agitator and a hopper capacity of 13 cubic feet, facilitating continuous and smooth concrete flow.
- Remote Control: New for 2008, the SP 500 includes forward and reverse controls, along with on/off and emergency stop functions accessible via the remote controller, enhancing operator convenience and safety.
- Mobility and Design: Mounted on a torsion-bar-equipped single axle with optional dual axles, the pump features LED taillights and durable aluminum wheels, ensuring ease of transport and durability on job sites.
