REED SOVA
REED is recognized as the leading manufacturer of high-quality Gunite Machines.
The SOVA model is primarily used for higher volume dry-mix gunite applications such as:
1. Concrete Repair (Concrete Bridge Repair, Infrastructure Repair, Etc)
2. Artificial Rocks and Caves
3. Low-volume Refractory Spraying
4. Small Concrete Retaining Wall Construction
5. Refractory Material Patchwork – Refractory Lining
6. Rockscaping – Artistic/Low Volume
7. Artificial Rock Construction
Benefits of the SOVA…
Smoothest Output. Our precision feed wheel assembly maintains the uniform flow of material into the airstream by supplying constant metered amounts of material. (No high-low surge in material hose).
High-Quality Concrete. Smooth placement results in even hydration of material at the nozzle and minimal rebound.
Highly-Portable and Easy to Store. Compact size allows it to be used in even the most confined work areas. Putting a wheel mounted Gun on a truck with 2 scaffold planks is a two man job. Narrow width lets it fit through narrow doors.
Versatile. Interchangeable Components (hoses and feed wheels) gives you the advantage of controlled rates of feed and a wide range of output.
Easy to Maintain. Easy access to perform on-the-line service with minimum tools.
Minimum Labor Required to Operate. Only minutes are required to instruct a ready-mix truck driver or shoveler, and from there the gun needs minimal adjustments.
Gun Disassembles in Minutes. When necessary, the removal of 7 nuts allows the machine to come quickly and completely apart (except the sealed-in drive train).
Rugged and Reliable. Sealed-in-Oil Gear Drive insures long life. All gears are of spur design and manufactured of heat treated alloy, running in ball or roller bearings. (No chains).
Safe. Our feed process eliminates dangerous pressure chambers, reduces possible injuries.
Continuous Operation. Material receiving hopper is open to the atmosphere.
Easiest Gunite Machine to Understand and Operate.
Optional Electric Drive
Optional Dust Suppression System
CLICK here for the Specifications Sheet showing features, configurations, operating principal.
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# |
Feed Bowl Pockets |
Hose Size (I.D.) |
Maximum Aggregate Size |
Air Compressor |
Maximum Output** |
Common Applications |
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(Recommended size at 100 psi) |
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1 |
18 |
1″ |
1/4“ |
210 cfm |
2 yd3/hr |
fine, detailed, artistic-type work, rockscaping, patch repair. |
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(2.5cm) |
(7mm) |
(1.5 m3/hr) |
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2 |
18 |
1-1/4“ |
1/4“ |
315-375 cfm |
4 yd3/hr |
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(3.2cm) |
(7mm) |
(3 m3/hr) |
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3 |
16 |
1-1/4“ |
1/4“ |
315-375 cfm |
6 yd3/hr |
Refractory Spraying, repair work, smooth finish. |
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(3.2cm) |
(7mm) |
(4.6 m3/hr) |
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4 |
16 |
1-1/2“ |
3/8“ |
315-375 cfm |
9 yd3/hr |
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(3.8cm) |
(10mm) |
(6.9 m3/hr) |
* feed bowl, material, air system, nozzleman capability together determine maximum output.
** Optional electric motor drive: subtract roughly 90 SCFM (2.5M/MIN) from air requirement if electric motor used.
*** additional air may be required depending on altitude and atmospheric pressure.