Wednesday, July 13, 2022

VMI Cutter Suction Dredges

 

VMI Cutter Suction Dredges



VMI builds dredges in a variety of sizes and configurations. Below are some of the common models and options, however, we can custom build a machine to meet your requirements.

MDX-820CS
This dredge comes equipped with an 8 inch (200mm) discharge pump and maximum dredging depth up to 20 feet (6m). Optional cutter heads and cutting edges are available.

MDX-1027CS
Equipped with a 10 inch (250mm) discharge pump and maximum dredging depth of 27 feet (8.2m). The MDX line provides a high level of performance in a more compact, lower cost machine.

MD-1230CS
MD-1230CS dredge is equipped with a 12 inch (300mm) discharge pump and maximum dredging depth of 30 feet (9.1m).

CUSTOM MODELS
We can build the right machine to fit your dredging application. Offering pump sizes from 8 - 14 inch (200-350mm) with digging depths up to 50 feet (15.2m). You have a choice of diesel engines as well as electric power if needed. Contact VMI about your specific needs. We are here to help.  VMI Dredges | Cutter Suction Dredges


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Friday, July 1, 2022

VMI Self Propelled Horizontal Cutter Head

 

VMI Self-Propelled Horizontal Cutter Head Dredge

MD-822-SP (SELF-PROPELLED)

VMI OFFERS SELF-PROPELLED UNITS WITH OPTIONAL CABLE DRIVE.  BY FLIPPING ONE SWITCH AND A LEVER YOU ARE ABLE TO SWITCH BETWEEN VMI'S TWIN AUGER DRIVE SYSTEM AND CABLE PROPULSION.  THE TWIN AUGER DRIVE SYSTEM IS FULLY REMOVABLE ALLOWING THE ABILITY TO SHORTEN THE DREDGE FOR TRANSPORTATION OR OPERATE SOLELY BY CABLE IN A SHORTENED CONFIGURATION IF NEEDED.

This dredge features the ability to switch between the standard cable drive or self propulsion (2-speed twin auger drive system) for different dredging applications. The MD-822-SP utilizes joystick controls and a full color display with video and data logging capability for operator efficiency.





Dredgers - VMI Self-Propelled Horizontal Cutter Head Dredge (bjmarthel.com)

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