ModDredge Modular Cutterhead Dredge
The ModDredge is built for production dredging projects that need more than a pump on a platform. It combines a modular dredge structure, controlled positioning, and EDDY Pump solids-handling technology into a package designed to move abrasive slurry with less mobilization overhead than many conventional dredges.
Unlike a traditional dredge that may require oversized transport and lengthy site assembly, ModDredge is designed to ship in modular sections that comply with standard road transport limits and assemble on the water. The result is a dredging platform that is easier to mobilize, faster to deploy, and better suited for projects where speed, logistics, and solids-handling matter as much as raw production.
Modular Dredging Platform
Designed for transport in modular sections rather than one oversized dredge body.
EDDY Pump Slurry Technology
Built around non-clog slurry pump technology designed for abrasive, high-solids material.
Remote-Ready Operation
Remote control is standard, with optional RTK/GPS available for automated positioning, depth control, and more efficient dredging in difficult environments.
Project-Configured System
Pump, power package, positioning, and accessories are matched to the site and production target
Best-Fit Applications for the ModDredge
ModDredge is best suited for dredging work that requires controlled solids removal, modular transport, and a production-capable dredge that can be deployed faster than many traditional systems.
Tailings and Reclaim Water Ponds
Routine sediment removal and maintenance in lined or unlined pond systems.
Settling Ponds and Process Water Basins
Controlled solids removal in mining, industrial, and wastewater environments.
Ports and Harbors
Maintenance dredging and sediment transfer where production and mobilization both matter.
Canals and Inland Waterways
Restoring capacity and flow in access-limited channels and transport routes.
Environmental Remediation
Engineered dredging with optional RTK/GPS positioning where documentation and accuracy matter.
Sand, Aggregate, and Abrasive Slurry Projects
Production pumping in abrasive environments where high solids handling is critical.
ModDredge-4 and ModDredge-6 are a strong fit for lagoon dredging, pond sediment removal, environmental remediation, small mining work, and industrial wastewater basins.
ModDredge-8 and ModDredge-10 are a stronger fit for mining tailings ponds, river dredging, sand and aggregate work, industrial sediment removal, and environmental cleanup projects.
ModDredge-12 is positioned for larger mining operations, major dredging projects, harbor sediment removal, and power-plant ash ponds.
ModDredge-16 is positioned for large mining tailings ponds, major river dredging, harbor maintenance dredging, and other high-production sediment-removal work.
Why This Design Works
ModDredge works because it combines three things that are usually treated separately: a dredge platform that can be mobilized without oversized-load headaches, a solids-handling pump designed for ugly slurry, and a control package that supports precise dredging and remote operation. That combination makes it easier to deploy, easier to control, and better suited to abrasive, high-solids material than many transport-heavy conventional dredges.
Modular transport reduces oversized-load logistics and mobilization complexity.
On-water assembly supports faster launch and deployment.
EDDY Pump non-clog technology is built for abrasive, high-solids slurry.
Remote operation improves safety and reduces onsite labor demands.
Optional RTK/GPS supports precision dredging, depth control, and project mapping.
Flexible configuration matches production targets, site access, and discharge layout.
Performance and Solids Handling
ModDredge is built for production dredging where solids handling, pump size, transportability, and system configuration matter as much as mobility. The lineup spans 4-inch through 16-inch models and should be framed around high-solids, non-clog slurry pumping, model-to-application fit, and booster-ready packages when discharge distance demands it.
Model-fit guidance
Smaller models are better suited to lagoons, ponds, remediation, and industrial basins; larger models are positioned for tailings, harbor, river, and high-production dredging.
Model range
4-inch, 6-inch, 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch, and 16-inch modular dredge systems.
High-solids framing
Built for high-solids slurry pumping using EDDY Pump non-clog technology.
Published solids note
Current public ModDredge materials cite high-solids pumping and reference typical economics at roughly 30–70% solids by weight, application dependent.
Remote operation
Remote operation is standard across the lineup.
Precision dredging option
Optional RTK/GPS is available for automated positioning, depth control, and real-time mapping.
Real-world operating envelope
Actual production depends on pump size, material characteristics, dredging depth, discharge distance, positioning setup, and site logistics.
Technical Specifications
ModDredge is a modular cutterhead dredge platform designed for production dredging where pump size, power configuration, transportability, and discharge layout all affect system selection. The tables below summarize the core system specifications and published model lineup to help match the dredge to the site, material, and production target.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| System type | Modular cutterhead dredge system built around EDDY Pump non-clog slurry pump technology. |
| Model sizes | 4-inch through 16-inch. |
| Transport design | Modular sections designed for standard road transport / non-permit-load shipping. |
| Assembly | On-water assembly and deployment. |
| Remote operation | Standard. |
| Precision controls | Optional RTK/GPS positioning and depth-control support. |
| Power options | Diesel or electric, depending on project requirements. |
| Published configuration cues | Render deck shows conventional dredging mode, folded low-profile transport mode, V dredge swing ladder mode, gear-controlled V-width detail, and a direct-drive pump configuration. |
| Hydraulic functions | Hydraulic systems can drive the cutterhead, spud positioning, traversing winches, and boom articulation, configuration dependent. |
| Common package support | Booster pumps, HDPE pipe, floats, monitoring, and additional dredging accessories can be added based on site requirements. |
ModDredge model lineup
| Model | Pump Size | Pump Power | Hydraulic Power | Length / Width | Boom Length | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ModDredge-4 | 4-inch | 125 HP | 50 HP HPU | 20 ft / 16 ft | 20 ft | 7,500 lbs |
| ModDredge-6 | 6-inch | 250 HP | 50 HP HPU | 20 ft / 16 ft | 20 ft | 10,000 lbs |
| ModDredge-8 | 8-inch | 550 HP | 75 HP HPU | 40 ft / 16 ft | 30 ft | 20,000 lbs |
| ModDredge-10 | 10-inch | 550 HP | 75 HP HPU | 40 ft / 16 ft | 30 ft | 20,500 lbs |
| ModDredge-12 | 12-inch | 900 HP | 100 HP HPU | 40 ft / 16 ft | 30 ft | 27,500 lbs |
| ModDredge-16 | 16-inch | 2000 HP | 150 HP HPU | 40 ft / 16 ft | 30 ft | 37,500 lbs |
Power, Hydraulic, and Installation Requirements
The right ModDredge setup depends on the selected model, available site power, dredging depth, discharge distance, positioning requirements, and total site logistics. Start by choosing the most practical power method, then confirm launch conditions, discharge layout, control requirements, and whether the dredge also needs booster support or additional package components before final sizing.
| Configuration | Best Fit For | Key Requirements | Typical Support Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel Power | Remote sites and off-grid dredging projects | Confirm fuel plan, target production, site access, and operator requirements | Diesel prime mover, hydraulic systems, discharge line, monitoring, support accessories |
| Electric Power | Mines, plants, environmental projects, and sites with reliable power | Confirm available voltage, power infrastructure, controls, and cable routing | Electric drive package, controls, cables, discharge line, monitoring, support accessories |
What we need to size the system
- Material type, solids content, and slurry behavior
- Target production rate
- Dredging depth range and boom reach needs
- Discharge distance and routing
- Liner conditions, environmental restrictions, or permitting constraints, if applicable
- Power preference: diesel or electric
- Need for RTK/GPS, remote operation, or documentation support
- Site access, timeline, and mobilization constraints
- Required accessories such as booster pumps, HDPE pipe, floats, monitoring, positioning systems, anchors, or walkway components
Configurations and Options
Use a tile section plus a compact operating-configuration table so buyers understand that a ModDredge setup is built from several system choices rather than one generic model selection.
Power Configuration
Choose diesel or electric power based on site utilities, mobility, emissions requirements, and project logistics.
Model Size Selection
Select the 4-inch through 16-inch ModDredge size based on production target, material, and discharge layout.
Control and Positioning
Remote operation is standard; optional RTK/GPS adds automated positioning, depth control, and project mapping.
Complete Package Scope
Systems can be matched with booster pumps, HDPE pipe, floats, monitoring, positioning, anchors, walkways, and other dredging accessories.
Transport and Operating Modes
Render deck shows conventional mode, folded low-profile mode, V dredge swing ladder mode, and direct-drive layout cues that help explain how the platform adapts to different site conditions.
| Configuration View | What It Shows | Why It Matters on the Page | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conventional Mode | Standard dredging configuration for general slurry removal and production dredging. | Helps buyers visualize the base operating layout. | |
| Folded Low-Profile Mode | Lower-profile transport or staging configuration. | Supports the portability and non-permit-load story. | |
| V Dredge Swing Ladder Mode | Wider operating geometry and added flexibility for certain dredging layouts. | Shows that the dredge can be adapted to different site conditions. | |
| Gear-Controlled V Width | Large gear-tooth detail controlling V-width adjustment. | Adds a mechanical-proof detail instead of generic flexibility language. | |
| Direct-Drive Pump Configuration | Configuration with direct-drive EDDY Pump, small HPU, and operator cabin. | Supports the system-package story and gives webdev a specific visual to place. | |
Materials, Wear Parts, and Maintenance
Use a tile section plus a compact operating-configuration table so buyers understand that a ModDredge setup is built from several system choices rather than one generic model selection.
Pump Technology
Built around EDDY Pump non-clog slurry technology for abrasive, solids-laden dredging.
Cutterhead Wear Components
Cutterhead teeth and agitation components should be inspected for wear and replaced as needed.
Hydraulic and Mechanical Systems
Monitor hydraulic functions, winches, spud systems, boom articulation, and drive components as part of routine maintenance.
Pipeline and Support Equipment
Inspect hoses, pipe, floats, couplings, and other package components to maintain flow and reduce downtime.
Where ModDredge Systems Are Used
Use 6 tiles in a 2 x 3 grid so the section is visually clean, carries real search language, and expands the industry coverage from the earlier handoff without duplicating the application section word for word.
| Industry Tile | Description |
|---|---|
| Mining and Tailings | Sediment removal, reclaim-water management, and slurry handling in mines, tailings ponds, and process-water systems. |
| Ports, Harbors, and Waterways | Maintenance dredging, sediment transfer, harbor work, canals, and inland-waterway projects where production and mobilization speed both matter. |
| Environmental Remediation | Engineered dredging projects where precision, documentation, and controlled solids removal are important. |
| Industrial Water and Wastewater | Settling ponds, basins, process-water systems, ash ponds, and other industrial solids-removal applications. |
| Oil, Gas, and Power Generation | Projects tied to power generation, industrial basins, and oil-and-gas or energy infrastructure where slurry and sediment management matter. |
| Sand, Aggregate, and Abrasive Slurry | Abrasive slurry handling and production dredging in aggregate recovery and other hard-wearing environments. |
Ask about RTK/GPS, booster pumps, HDPE pipe, floats, dredge monitoring, positioning systems, and complete-package support accessories
Common Questions
What is the ModDredge?
The ModDredge is a modular cutterhead dredge system built around EDDY Pump slurry technology and designed for easier transport, rapid deployment, remote operation, and high-solids dredging.
What makes ModDredge different from a traditional dredge?
ModDredge ships in modular sections rather than as one oversized dredge body, which can reduce transport complexity and speed up on-water assembly.
Is remote operation included?
Yes. Current public ModDredge materials position remote operation as standard across the lineup.
Is RTK/GPS available?
Yes. Optional RTK/GPS positioning can be added for automated positioning, accurate depth control, and project mapping.
What power options are available?
ModDredge can be configured with either diesel or electric power depending on the application and site requirements.
What sizes does ModDredge come in?
The lineup currently spans 4-inch, 6-inch, 8-inch, 10-inch, 12-inch, and 16-inch models.
What types of projects is it used for?
Typical uses include tailings ponds, reclaim-water ponds, settling basins, ports and harbors, canals, environmental remediation, industrial water and wastewater projects, oil-and-gas or power-generation sediment work, and abrasive slurry projects such as sand and aggregate recovery.
Can you supply a complete dredging package?
Yes. Complete systems can include booster pumps, HDPE pipe, floats, monitoring, positioning systems, anchors, walkways, and other project-matched dredging accessories.
What should the buyer provide for sizing?
Ask for material type, target production, depth, discharge distance, liner conditions if applicable, power preference, site timeline, and any control or documentation requirements so engineering can recommend the right ModDredge configuration.
What operating configurations should the page show?
HD (Heavy Duty) Slurry Pumps / Dredge Equipment
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