When you're on the site and need to get some concrete curb or gutter work done
, in nearly all situations, the faster and easier you can complete curb work, the better. Using a slipform machine to do the work can make the work very easy if you choose the right machine. Slipform machines that are compact and powerful that require only one man to operate are the cream of the crop. These machines allow you to pour concrete curbs and gutters with ease. These one manned machines are especially built with maneuverability and ease of use in mind in addition to safety. Smaller models can have turning radii of as little as 10 inches. Most can even be steered from the front of the machine with remote steer switches. The ability to work from all directions around the machine allows for an effortless pour and doesn't require more than a single person to run. Concrete can be poured into the machine from virtually any angle. The machine can even be stopped and started at any time without any evidence showing in the concrete pour.
These machines are perfect for small jobs or even large jobs that require tight maneuverability. The same company that produces the smaller slipform machine also produces a larger version that is geared for bigger curbs and allows for 36 inch curbs and gutters, compared to competitors 24 inches. Even this larger machine only requires one person to operate where other comparable machines on the market require two or more people to operate safely. They guarantee no other concrete curbing machine can tackle the same projects at the same price.
If you're called in for a parking lot these machines will come in extremely handy, and parking lots are very common concrete jobs. Having a single tool that allows one person to construct the curbs of a parking lot in a single day is very efficient and can save you money in the long run. There are many things built into these machines that allow for extremely easy use. All models can be steered from the front of the machine to allow the worker to see any obstacles and also make it easy enough to not move around the machine often. Also, all models allow pouring over rebar and trenches as well as handle nearly any cement mix including pea gravel and 3/4 rock. Another thing the manufacturers kept in mind is that when they decided to place the engine and radiator they kept it in the back away from the cement hopper in order to keep the mix cool and allow for a longer life span. These are simple things that make it easy for a single person to operate the entire machine and process.
Investing in a slipform curb machine can be a very smart decision for your company. It can allow you to save money and time while allowing a single person to operate the mission and complete all of the curbs on site in less time than it would take a team of two or more on a bulkier machine.