How the Gerris 800 Is Revolutionising Concrete Placement in Restricted Areas
Thanks to the ongoing collaboration between IMER Group – a global leader in concrete machinery – and Utranazz, their exclusive UK distributor, the UK now has direct access to the Gerris 800: a tracked concrete placing boom built specifically for working in tight or restricted spaces.
Whether it’s indoors, in tunnels, or awkward residential sites, the Gerris 800 is helping contractors, engineers, and plant hire companies get concrete where it needs to go — without the hassle or cost of traditional pumps.
Why the Gerris 800 Stands Out
Traditional pumps require space, setup time, and significant overheads. The Gerris 800 is a compact, crawler-mounted placing boom with a small footprint and big capabilities:
With 355° turret rotation and a boom that opens in just 2.8 m of height, it’s designed for jobs with limited overhead clearance or tight access.
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Built for the Real World
The Gerris 800 isn’t just compact — it’s clever. The machine is operated via wireless remote control with a backlit display, giving the user full command over movement, positioning and boom operation.
Small on-site adjustments during operation are easy, and there's no need to fold the boom for minor repositioning. The self-diagnosis system alerts operators to anomalies, while automatic track widening improves balance on tough terrain.
This machine is lightweight too — just 2,500 kg, making transport and handling far simpler than larger alternatives.
Where It's Making a Difference
The Gerris 800 is already proving its value across a wide range of projects:
- Swimming pool formwork – Navigate tight reinforcement and below-ground installs
- Filling thermal insulation walls – Including EPS, expanded clay and fibre-reinforced structures
- Floor and slab laying – Ideal for internal concrete pours or confined commercial sites
- Prefabricated and load-bearing concrete walls – Reaches tight spaces with pinpoint accuracy
- Foundation and containment piles – Controlled pours in small or awkward locations
- Tunnels and under-ground work
It's also an ideal companion for ECO Brix construction systems, offering a more agile, cost-effective alternative to traditional pumps that can be overkill for these applications.
Perfect for Hire Fleets & Specialist Contractors
For plant hire companies, the Gerris 800 adds a high-demand, low-footprint machine to your fleet — perfect for customers working in urban areas, tunnels or indoor environments.
For civil engineers and concrete contractors, it's a versatile addition that saves time, labour, and setup while reducing reliance on large, costly pumps.
Whether petrol-powered with electric backup, diesel, or fully battery-operated, all models are designed to perform reliably in even the most restricted conditions.
See It Up Close – Utranazz Open Days, 13–14 June
Want to see the Gerris 800 in action? Join us for the Utranazz Open Days on 13–14 June at our HQ.
Watch live demonstrations, explore the machine’s full capabilities, and speak to our team about how it could work for your business.
Book your place now or get in touch for more information.
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