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Modern Concrete Pumping


CONNECTICUT’S LEADER IN CONCRETE PUMPING

In 1966 George King started Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc. located in West Hartford, CT. The only concrete pumping company in the state, Modern had five employees a couple of trailer pumps, case pumps, and a 50′ reach boom that was the talk of the industry at the time.

Over the past 55 years, Modern has grown in size and reputation. Running concrete pumps and a few ChemGrout machines, Modern is now located in Newington, CT.

Modern services the Southern New England and NY area. Jobs include state, commercial, or residential jobs.

Modern is also an authorized Schwing distributor, offering sales, service, and rentals on Schwing pumps. Modern is a Construction forms dealer for hoses pipes and accessories and services concrete pumps.

How Concrete Pump Trucks Work


How does a concrete pump work?

Using a concrete pump for easier access at locations

George King


Founder of Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc.

Born in VT, George was one of eight children. His family worked hard and grew close as they all chipped in to help with the chores to run their farm. This work ethic carried over throughout the years to help George build his company and become successful.

After turning 18, George moved to CT. He continued with his work ethic and began working for his brother laying tile and then he worked as a mechanic for JI Case. While George worked there, JI Case started to sell concrete pumps. He thought this was a good niche market to get into, so began strategizing how to start a concrete pump business.

In 1966 George King and his partner started Modern Concrete Pumping, Inc., located in West Hartford, CT. They started with an I35 pump and they were the only concrete pumping company in the state. Shortly after starting the company, Modern had five employees, a couple of case trailer pumps, and a 50′ reach boom that was the talk of the industry at the time. Three months later the business grew more, enabling them to buy four more pumps.

Over the past 55 years, Modern has grown in size and reputation. The company is now located in Newington, CT, servicing the New England and eastern NY area. Jobs include state, commercial, or residential construction.

George was well known in CT, NY, MA, VT, and NH. When he entered a room people know him, came over and shook his hand. He was a valuable asset to the concrete pumping industry. Customers called him often for advice, encouragement, and to laugh.

He was always available to look at sites to offer suggestions for size, positioning, and hourly pumping capacities. He was a source of information for mix designs to everyone including architects and engineers. In addition, George was a comical addition to any conversation with his ability to drop a one-liner and bring down the house. He was truly one of a kind.” – Leo Nardi, Assistant Vice President, O&G Industries.

George’s son, Marcus worked alongside his father for over 30 years. Marcus explains, “My father was a hardworking man, who loved to help people. He was highly respected and well known in this industry. He was pumping for almost half a century. It’s was an honor to work side by side with him, making memories for many lifetimes.”