Purpose:

Concrete buckets are primarily used for the following purposes:

1. Concrete Placement: They are used to transport and pour concrete into areas where traditional concrete trucks may not have access or where precision placement is required.
2. High-Rise Construction: Concrete buckets are commonly used in high-rise construction projects where concrete needs to be delivered to upper floors via cranes or other lifting equipment.
3. Limited Access Sites: They are valuable in construction sites with limited space or restricted access, such as narrow alleys or interior spaces.

Design:

1. Material: Concrete buckets are typically made of heavy-duty steel or plastic, designed to withstand the weight and abrasiveness of concrete.
2. Gate or Bottom Discharge: Concrete buckets feature a gate or bottom discharge mechanism that allows for precise control of the concrete flow. Some buckets have manual gates, while others are equipped with hydraulic gates for remote operation.
3. Lifting Bails or Hooks: They come with lifting bails or hooks that allow them to be attached to cranes, hoists, or other lifting equipment for transportation and pouring.

Operation:

1. Filling: The concrete bucket is filled with concrete from a concrete mixer or batch plant.
2. Transport: It is then lifted and transported to the designated pouring location using a crane or other lifting equipment.
3. Pouring: The gate or bottom discharge is opened, allowing the concrete to flow precisely into the formwork or mold. Operators control the flow rate to ensure accurate placement.

Variety:

1. Capacity: Concrete buckets come in various capacities to accommodate different project requirements, from small residential jobs to large-scale commercial and industrial projects.
2. Attachment Options: Some concrete buckets can be equipped with additional features like chutes or extension spouts for more controlled pouring.