What is a cutter suction dredger?

A cutter suction dredger is a type of dredging vessel that is equipped with a rotating cutter head and a suction pipe. The rotating cutter head is used to loosen the sediment at the bottom of the body of water.

How Does a Cutter Suction Dredger Work??

Cutter suction dredgers work by using a rotating cutter head to loosen sediment at the bottom of a body of water. The cutter head is typically a circular wheel with a series of sharp teeth that rotate as the dredger moves forward.

What is the main purpose of dredging?

The main purpose of dredging is to deepen and maintain navigational channels, which allow ships and boats to reach their destinations more safely and efficiently. There are several dredging systems and types.

What is marina and harbor dredging, and why is it necessary?

Marinas and harbors are essential transportation centers for boats and ships that require regular maintenance to operate correctly. The accumulation of sediment, silt, and other debris in these waterways can cause shallow waters that impede navigation and pose safety risks to vessels.

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Electric suction dredger testing jet pressure in a lake. — electric driven dredger

Electric driven suction dredger

The electric driven suction dredger thats for sale has a suction diameter of 300mm (12 inches) and a discharge diameter of 250mm (10 inches), and is capable of dredging to a depth of 15 meters. It features a powerful Warman dredge pump with a 250 kW electric engine, providing efficient and reliable operation. The dredger was manufactured in 2016 and comes with 200 meters of pipes and an 800-meter electric cable for the transformer mobil (1000 KVA).

The dredger has dimensions of 26 x 6 x 1.6 meters and weighs 45 tons, making it a substantial piece of equipment. It is well-suited for dredging tasks in a variety of environments, including rivers, lakes, and canals. The electric power source makes it an environmentally-friendly option, reducing the carbon footprint associated with traditional diesel-powered dredgers.

If you are interested in purchasing this electric dredger, please contact us for more information and details on pricing.