April 30, 2026
Knowledge sharing in Colombia – improving dredging performance together
Recently, DE Klop completed an intensive training and consultancy program for a client in Colombia.
Over a two-week period, our specialists worked alongside operators on five different dredgers, focusing on optimizing dredging operations and improving overall production efficiency.
In addition to the operational training, the pump drive was upgraded by implementing optimum drive characteristics.
This modification helps prevent overload of the submerged dredge pump motor while improving operational reliability and equipment protection.
The training covered the entire dredging process, from excavation and slurry transport to identifying the factors that limit production. Topics included:
• Production and efficiency optimization
• The influence of different soil types on dredging performance
• Identifying wheel, swing and pump limitations
• Operation and optimal use of the dredging equipment
• Working methods and operational improvements
• Maintenance and reliability of the installations
Alongside the training, we carried out detailed inspections of all dredgers and documented our findings in a comprehensive survey report. The report included recommendations related to maintenance, reliability, operational performance, and potential improvements to the dredging installations.
It is rewarding to see how knowledge sharing and hands-on experience contribute to higher production rates, improved equipment availability, and the continued development of dredge operators.
We would like to thank our client for their trust, hospitality, and the excellent cooperation throughout this project.
