Ellicott gives its customers what they want. It’s as easy as that. Whether a customer needs a dredge for a sand and gravel pit in New Jersey, or a river in Mexico, Ellicott’s engineers can design and build a dredge that works in any location or climate worldwide.

In response to the needs of our customer, Alcoa World Alumina Brazil Ltda, Ellicott recently designed a fully digital control system featuring PLC-based automation, fingertip controls, data logging capability, and remote control of a booster pump. This system easily allows the dredge operator to view extensive information on the production of the dredge. Also included is a state-of-the-art dredge positioning system, allowing the dredge operator to capture the moves of the dredge in real time. The built-in GPS system and inclinometer provide overall dredge positioning information. The user-friendly system also incorporates extensive alarms for the dredging system, hydraulic system, and engines to ensure all aspects are functioning properly.