The process of removing loose to compacted sediments and debris from the bottom of lakes, rivers, and harbors is paramount to the maintenance and expansion of navigation channels. This technique is often used to keep waterways navigable. Dredging is an excavation activity or operation usually carried out at least partly underwater, in shallow seas or fresh water areas with the purpose of gathering up bottom sediments and disposing of them at a different location. Visit our YouTube channel for more videos.Vintage engraving of a 19th Century Steam Dredger. Opt for a portable 3 inch, or a portable 4 inch here. Maybe you'd like an upgrade from the portable 2 inch dredging unit. For small, easy jobs, this unit is a winner and a great little addition!! If you need any changes or additional information about this unit, we'll be happy to answer your questions, or help with designs on a custom system.

The unit does not need to be a complete package, and can be sold as either a complete system or on its own. 10 meter suction pipe with nozzle and coupling,.Sluice box, modular with 6 legs, complete unit,.The unit is very easy to relocate and can easily be carried by one or two people. Because of its light weight, it easily fits onto a barge or raft. Just because it's a 2 inch pump, does not mean it can't pack a punch, it is extremely powerful for its size. The suction head is up to 6m, the discharge head from pump is 3m and the average pump capacity is at 30% material.

Priming is very quick at only 30 seconds. It has a pump capacity of 35 c/m per hour and a tank capacity of 5L. It is ideal for both gold and diamond dredging, and can handle solids of up to 20mm. This small, but tough, portable 2 inch dredging unit, is fitted with a petrol driven pump.

Small dredging pump