THROWBACK THURSDAY! Dredging in Ft Worth Texas with a VMI MD-815P

 THROWBACK THURSDAY! Dredging in Ft Worth Texas with a VMI MD-815P

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LAS VEGAS SPHERE~ VMI Dredges at the WEDA Show in Las Vegas in July 2023!

Check out the MSG Sphere Las Vegas !!😎 We were in Las Vegas at Western Dredging Association WEDA Summit & Expo showcasing the VMI Dredges Manufacturing! #vegassphere #weda #vmidredges #lasvegas #sphere #msgsphere #dredge #dredger #manufacturer www.vmidredges.com MSG Las Vegas

VMI Dredges Makes a Splash at the WEDA 2023 Conference in Las Vegas

 VMI Dredges Makes a Splash at the WEDA 2023 Conference in Las Vegas

  Las Vegas, the city known for its vibrant nightlife and entertainment, played host to a different kind of spectacle between July 17th and July 20th, 2023. The Western Dredging Association’s (WEDA) annual conference was held here, attracting key players from across the dredging industry. Among the many distinguished attendees, VMI Dredges stood out with their innovative solutions and industry insights.

Founded in 1972, VMI Dredges has been a global leader in the dredging industry, known for its commitment to delivering reliable, customer-focused solutions. Their presence at WEDA 2023 was marked by significant contributions to the dialogue around future industry trends and technological advancements.

VMI Dredges attended the conference with the goal to not only learn from peers but also share their extensive knowledge about dredging technologies and project management.   Those attending the WEDA Conference were Cash Maitlen, VMI Dredges President; Pat Sumpter, VMI Dredges Sales Manager and Susan Pittser, VMI Dredges Marketing.

The company also showcased their latest products, creating a buzz with their innovative designs and advanced technology. The VMI Team engaged in discussions on the floor about the future of dredging technology and the potential impact of these innovations.

The conference provided a platform for networking and collaboration, and VMI Dredges seized this opportunity to connect with industry peers, potential partners, and clients. They engaged in stimulating conversations, learned from shared experiences, and even set the foundation for future collaborations.

As the WEDA 2023 conference concluded, it was clear that VMI Dredges’ commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer-focused solutions left a significant imprint on the attendees. The conference not only provided an opportunity for the industry to meet and discuss the latest developments, but it also showcased how VMI Dredges is leading the way in pushing boundaries and defining the future of dredging.

With the echoes of the WEDA conference still resonating, VMI Dredges is excited to bring new solutions and ideas to the dredging industry.  One thing is for sure:  whether it’s in Las Vegas or elsewhere, VMI Dredges will continue to make waves in the dredging industry.

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Today Was the last day of the WEDA at MGM Grand Western Dredging Association

 Today Was the last day of the WEDA at MGM Grand Western Dredging Association

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the.VMI dredges booth we loved seeing the familiar faces and we enjoyed meeting so many more! Safe travels to everyone on their way home!

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VMI Dredges at WEDA 2023

We are at the WEDA show in Las Vegas!

Stop by and see us at booth 331 #weda

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VMI Dredges At WEDA 2023 MGM Grand, Las Vegas, Nevada

 Busy day flying in and getting set up in Las Vegas at MGM Grand for the Western Dredging Association Summit and Expo!

Be sure to stop by and see us at booth 331 Cash Maitlen #weda #dredge #dredger #dredging #mgmgrand

VMI Dredges Used to Cleanup Health Hazard in Columbia

 THROWBACK THURSDAY!! Throwing it back to the MD-E615H

in Columbia - article from Dredging + Port Construction, November 1989

VMI pump/dredge/pipe solves health hazard problems in Colombia

The city municipal government (EM-Cali) of Cali, in the Central American Country of Colombia was recently faced with a serious wastewater health hazard, when two flood control lagoons within the city boundaries were filled with raw sewage as a result of flooding combined with open trench sewage canals surrounding the area.

The lagoons covered a 35 hectare area (86.4acres) and to intensify matters, many of the poverty striken residents of the city had established make-shift dwellings on the edges of the lagoons. This situation demanded immediate attention and the city turned to the environmental engineering firm Ingesam Ltd., headed by Mauricio Guerrero, to research a solution. It was determined that the sewage could be discharged into the nearby Rio Cauca river if careful attention was paid to the discharge rate and BOD load. The next step was to devise a cost effective means of removing the sewage from the lagoons and discharging it into the river.

Having read about dredging projects, Mr. Guerrero contacted Mr. Henry Boschen, export manager of VMI, Inc. of Cushing, Oklahoma, about the possibilities of using a dredger. After a trip to Colombia to view the situation it was determined that the dredging was indeed the only practical method.

The system requirements demanded using a minimum of equipment plus offering flexibility to reduce costs and to use the dredging equipment for other tasks at a later date. Saa & Angulo Construction firm of Cali was awarded the contract to dredge the lagoons. After meeting with VMI it was determined that the model MD-E615HN dredge along with a matched booster pump built by VMI would do the work.

The pipeline to be used was 8 inch polyethelene pipe, butt-fused wherever practical. The situation required the material to be dredged from the lagoons and discharged at a distance in excess of 4000m. The poly pipe was chosen for several reasons. The poly pipe offers strength but is light in weight. It can be curved to follow the contour of the ground and make turns where needed. By using a butt fusion machine the pipeline could be installed rapidly and also, when time came to remove the pipe, it could be cut in the desired lengths and reused at a new location.

The VMI MD-E615HN dredger used for the project offered numerous advantages. It is a one piece load and requires no disassembly to transport. The dredge uses a submerged pump with recessed impeller design. Composed of hi chrome material, the pump is extremely durable and its design is claimed to offer the ultimate in solids removal.

As is common in sewage, entrained gases present a problem with most pumps. This pump however has been tested and is capbale of handleing in excess of 30 per cent entrained gases. It is highly effective in solds removal and when combined with the VMI patented horizontal flow through full width suction cutter head provides excellent results in any type of sludge application.

The dredge travels by means of hydraulically driven treble sheave tracking on a small cable stretched across the lagoon as is common with most horizontal cutter dredges. All functions of the dredge are hydraulically operated being powered by a 234 horsepower diesel engine.

The dredge pump and the booster pump used were identical, as were the diesel engines, to minimise spare parts. Each pump is capable of 220' of head at 1750GPM. The discharge rate into the river was estimated to be 900 GPM so as not to exceed the allowable BOD load. Because the pumps are driven by variable speed hydraulics, the flows can be altered in virtually any flow rate within the pump curve, without reducing the engine speed below an acceptable level.

Upon completing the assembly of the dredge, booster pump and pipeline discharge package, VMI arranged shipping and the equipment was ocean freighted to Colombia. Upon arrival of the equipment in Cali, Henry Boschen of VMI arrived in Cali to assist in set up of the equipment and to train personnel.

The pipeline was the first item to be placed. To start the project to the near end of the first lagoon required the placement of over 2km of pipe. The pipeline was placed and the dredger was in position to operate after only one and a half weeks. With the system in place the first tests began. The initial test was to see if the dredger alone could flow the required amount without using the booster. The tests proved completely successful. Samples of the material were gathered and the percentage of solids obtained exceeded the highest expectaions.

With the dredging project underway and going well it is estimated the project will near completion in 14 months. Although this type dredging is quite common in the many countries it was considered a first in Colombia.
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