Concrete ground line pumps provide an efficient way to move concrete across a construction site when direct access from the mixer truck is limited. Using a flexible system of pipes or hoses laid along the ground, these pumps transport concrete from the delivery vehicle to the exact pour location with minimal effort.
At Sussex Ready Mix Concrete, we provide reliable ground line concrete pump services across Sussex for domestic and commercial projects. Whether you are pouring foundations, slabs, or hardstandings, ground line pumps allow concrete to be placed accurately while reducing labour and improving site efficiency.
A ground line pump – often called a line pump – moves concrete through a series of pipes or hoses that run along the ground to the desired location.
Unlike boom pumps, which use a hydraulic arm to place concrete at height, ground line pumps rely on pipework positioned around the site. This makes them ideal for projects where concrete needs to travel horizontally or around obstacles.
These pumps are particularly useful for sites with restricted access or where wheelbarrowing concrete would be slow and labour intensive.
Ground line pumps are commonly used when concrete needs to be transported across a site to areas that are difficult for a concrete truck to reach.
Typical situations include:
Residential construction projects
Foundations and footings
Concrete slabs and driveways
Garden buildings and shed bases
Sites with restricted vehicle access
Areas behind buildings or around obstacles
Because the hose can be positioned around the site, concrete can be delivered precisely where it is needed.
Ground line pumps provide several practical advantages for construction projects.
Improved Access
Flexible hoses allow concrete to travel around buildings, walls, or obstacles where direct access is not possible.
Reduced Labour
Concrete can be pumped directly to the pour location, reducing the need for wheelbarrows or manual handling.
Faster Concrete Placement
Pumping concrete speeds up the pouring process and helps keep projects on schedule.
Accurate Placement
The controlled flow of concrete through the hose allows it to be placed precisely where it is required.
There are two main types of concrete pumps used on construction sites.
Ground Line Pumps
Ground line pumps use hoses placed along the ground to transport concrete horizontally across the site.
Boom Pumps
Boom pumps use a hydraulic arm mounted on a truck to deliver concrete at height or over obstacles.
Ground line pumps are often used for smaller residential projects, while boom pumps are typically used for larger or high reach construction work.
Ground line concrete pumps are suitable for a wide range of construction and landscaping projects including:
House foundations
Driveways and patios
Floor slabs
Shed bases and garden buildings
Retaining walls
Extensions and groundworks
These pumps help deliver concrete efficiently while reducing site disruption.
Sussex Ready Mix Concrete provides concrete pumping services throughout Sussex including:
Haywards Heath, Brighton, Worthing, East Grinstead, Lancing, Uckfield, Burgess Hill and surrounding areas.
Our experienced team can supply both the concrete and the pumping equipment required, helping ensure your project runs smoothly from start to finish.
If your project requires concrete to be pumped across a site or into areas with restricted access, our team can arrange the right pumping equipment and concrete mix for the job.
Contact us today to request a quote and discuss your ground line concrete pump requirements.
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