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2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer – Excellent Proven Tracked Unit, Perkins Diesel & Honda Gas

Concrete Pumping Equipment Placing Booms and Accessories
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General Details

  • address
    Location

    Roanoke, TX 76262

  • brand
    Make

    Con Forms

  • model
    Model

    16-Z4 Trax Spider (SPH16-4-TDG)

  • year
    Year

    2020

  • condition
    Condition

    Used

Description

Available for sale is a 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer, designed for versatility in confined or difficult-to-access pours. This unit is equipped with a Tier 4, 74 HP Perkins engine that powers the tracked undercarriage, providing mobility across uneven terrain up to 46% grade (25°) and compensation for unlevel conditions up to 20°. The boom section is separately powered by a reliable Honda air-cooled gas motor.

The 16Z is built for low-ceiling applications, requiring only 13′1″ of opening height, making it ideal for warehouses, commercial projects, and mat pours. Its compact 4-arm Z-fold articulation pattern offers excellent placement flexibility in restricted spaces, while the small outrigger footprint allows maximum jobsite coverage.

Additional highlights include:

  • Quick conversion to a stand-alone placing unit by removing 4 pins – perfect for high-rise applications when lifted into place

  • Track mobility eliminates reliance on a crane for setup on mat pours

  • Approximately 80% of pipe life remaining

This machine provides the reach and maneuverability of a placing boom in a compact, gas-powered tracked package, ready to be put to work.

ID: 25429
Date: 09.30.2025
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FAQ

What is the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer and what does it do? +

The ConForms 16Z Spider Placer is a tracked, articulating concrete placing boom designed for low-clearance and confined-space pours. The ConForms 16Z  features a 4-arm Z-fold articulation pattern that provides 16 meters (52.5 feet) of horizontal reach, allowing precise concrete placement in areas inaccessible to traditional boom pump trucks. This model combines mobility, compact size, and excellent reach, making it ideal for warehouse floors, commercial buildings, mat pours, and tunnel applications.

What are the dual power systems on the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer? Why does it use two engines? +

The 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer is equipped with two separate power systems to optimize mobility, efficiency, and jobsite flexibility. It uses a Tier 4, 74 HP Perkins diesel engine to power the tracked undercarriage, allowing the unit to drive, position, and reposition itself around the jobsite.

The boom functions of this spider placer are powered independently by a Honda air-cooled gasoline engine. This dual-power configuration allows the boom to operate without running the track engine continuously, reducing fuel consumption, noise, and wear. The Perkins diesel engine on the ConForms 16Z is equipped with a flow-through DPF (diesel particulate filter), making it suitable for indoor applications without frequent emissions regeneration or service interruptions.

What is the minimum opening height required for the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer? +

The ConForms 16Z Spider Placer requires a minimum opening height of 13 feet 1 inch (≈ 4.0 m) when fully collapsed. This exceptionally low folded profile makes this spider placer one of the most effective concrete placing solutions for low-clearance indoor environments.

Because of this compact height, the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer can easily enter and operate inside most commercial warehouses, distribution centers, parking garages, and industrial buildings where traditional boom pump trucks cannot gain access. This machine is specifically engineered for projects with restricted ceiling heights, allowing full reach and articulation once deployed inside the structure.

What grade capabilities does the tracked undercarriage have on the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer? +

The ConForms 16Z Spider Placer is equipped with a Perkins-powered tracked undercarriage that delivers excellent mobility on challenging terrain. The track system allows the machine to climb and operate on slopes of up to 46% grade (approximately 25 degrees), making it well suited for uneven, sloped, or rough jobsites.

In addition, the ConForms 16Z can compensate for unlevel ground conditions of up to 20 degrees, helping maintain stable operation even when the site is not perfectly flat. This capability is especially valuable for mat pours, ramps, tunnels, and excavation-adjacent work.

The tracked undercarriage also distributes the machine’s weight at approximately 10 PSI ground pressure, which is significantly lower than wheeled equipment. This low ground pressure reduces surface damage and improves access on soft soils, gravel, and finished slabs.

How does the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer compare to a 20-meter boom truck in terms of reach and coverage? +

The ConForms 16Z Spider Placer delivers 16 meters (52.5 ft) of horizontal reach, which is comparable to the effective working reach of many 20-meter class boom pump trucks once truck setup constraints are considered.

Where the ConForms 16Z clearly differentiates itself is in confined and restricted-access environments. Unlike a boom truck, the spider placer offers full 360-degree slewing from a compact setup, allowing it to cover a wide pour area without repositioning.

This equipement also requires significantly less structural support. Its maximum outrigger reaction is approximately 46 kN per leg, compared with roughly 105 kN or more for many 20-meter boom trucks. This reduced loading is critical for elevated decks, suspended slabs, and interior floors.

Thanks to its 4-arm Z-fold articulation, the ConForms 16Z minimizes dead zones within its slewing radius. This articulation allows precise hose positioning close to the base as well as at full reach, maximizing concrete placement coverage from a single setup—something that truck-mounted booms often struggle to achieve in tight spaces.

Can the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer be converted to a stationary placing unit? +

Yes, the ConForms 16Z is specifically engineered with quick conversion capability. By removing just four pins, the boom assembly can be separated from the tracked undercarriage and configured as a stand-alone stationary placing boom.

This design makes the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer well suited for high-rise construction, core walls, shafts, and elevated decks, where the unit can be lifted into position by crane and operated without the track system.

When operating in stationary mode, the Spider Placer can continue to use its onboard power systems, or it can be configured with an optional electric drive rated at 480V, 60 Hz, 3-phase, 20 amps. This flexibility allows the unit to meet site-specific power, emissions, and noise requirements.

The ability to transition between tracked and stationary configurations allows the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer to serve both ground-level pours and vertical high-rise placements, maximizing utilization and return on investment.

What types of concrete projects is the ConForms 16Z best suited for? +

The ConForms 16Z Spider Placer is best suited for concrete placement projects where access, clearance, or space constraints limit the use of traditional boom pump trucks or manual placing methods.

Typical applications for th ConForms 16Z include:

  • Warehouse floors and distribution centers, where low roof heights and large slab areas require efficient, mobile placement.
  • Commercial and industrial building slabs with limited access or interior pours.
  • Parking structures and garages, where ceiling clearance and ramped decks restrict boom truck operation.
  • Mat pours and large foundations, allowing continuous placement without repeated crane picks.
  • Bridge decks and infrastructure slabs where precise reach and compact setup are critical.
  • Tunnels, underpasses, and confined pours that require low-profile equipment and controlled concrete delivery.

This Spider Placer is particularly valuable on projects where crane availability is limited, where floor loading must be minimized, or where traditional boom trucks cannot physically access the pour location due to tight spaces, structural limits, or clearance restrictions.

By combining tracked mobility, compact setup dimensions, and precise articulated reach, the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer provides a versatile solution across both horizontal slab work and vertical structural placements.

What is the pipe condition and expected remaining life of the ConForms 16Z? +

According to this listing, the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer has approximately 80% of its pipe life remaining.

This indicates that the boom piping system on this placer has experienced relatively minimal wear and should deliver many years of reliable service before major pipe replacement is required.

With proper operating practices—such as maintaining appropriate pumping pressures, avoiding excessive abrasion mixes, and performing regular inspection and thorough cleaning after each use—owners can maximize the remaining service life of the pipe system on this ConForms 16Z.

Pipe condition is a major cost factor in used spider booms, and an 80% remaining life places this unit in the upper tier of used equipment condition for its model year.

What routine maintenance does the ConForms 16Z require? +

Routine maintenance on the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer is straightforward but critical to long-term reliability and resale value. Regular attention keeps the boom accurate, hydraulics responsive, and power systems compliant for indoor and outdoor work.

  • Clean all boom sections and pipeline after each use to prevent concrete buildup, internal pipe wear, and corrosion inside the Ultra III pipeline system.
  • Inspect hydraulic hoses, fittings, and cylinders for leaks, abrasion, or damage, especially at articulation points and outriggers.
  • Check engine oil, coolant, and filters on both the Perkins Tier 4 diesel engine (tracks) and the Honda gas engine (boom hydraulics).
  • Grease all articulation joints, pivot pins, and slewing ring bearings at the recommended intervals to minimize wear and maintain precise boom movement.
  • Inspect track condition and tension, including rollers and idlers, to ensure smooth travel and even load distribution on slabs.
  • Check outrigger cylinders and pads for proper operation, leaks, and even deployment before every setup.
  • Maintain the Perkins DPF system, ensuring proper regeneration cycles and filter condition for continued indoor-use compliance.

ConForms supplies detailed service and maintenance manuals with the ConForms 16Z and supports owners with readily available wear parts, replacement pipe, and technical assistance. Consistent maintenance not only reduces downtime but also protects the machine’s long-term operating accuracy and value.

How easy is it to find parts and service for the 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer? +

Parts and service support for the 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer are considered strong and practical for long-term ownership, especially in North America.

ConForms maintains an established dealer and service network across North America and supplies spare parts directly from the factory. Wear parts, pipeline components, and structural items are typically stocked or available with short lead times.

  • The Perkins Tier 4 diesel engine uses standard service parts available through Perkins dealers nationwide.
  • The Honda gasoline engine powering the boom hydraulics uses off-the-shelf Honda parts widely available through power equipment dealers.
  • Hydraulic components (HAWE valves, Rexroth/Eckerle pumps, hoses, and fittings) are industry-standard and easily sourced.
  • Electrical components from Siemens and Schneider are globally supported and readily available.

Owners consistently note that ConForms provides responsive technical support, clear documentation, and fast turnaround on parts—often within a few business days. This support structure reduces downtime and makes the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer a realistic long-term asset rather than a niche machine that is difficult to maintain.

How do I transport the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer to different job sites? +

The ConForms 16Z Spider Placer is typically transported either by crane (fly-complete placement) or on a lowboy trailer, depending on site access and distance.

When configured as a tracked unit, the machine requires minimal disassembly for transport. Its compact profile and modular design allow for efficient loading and unloading.

  • For highway transport, contractors commonly haul the 16Z Spider Placer on a lowboy or heavy equipment trailer.
  • For elevated decks or restricted-access sites, the 16Z Spider Placer can be lifted by crane and placed directly in its working position.
  • For local moves, some operators drive the ConForms 16Z on and off trailers using its own track mobility.
  • On jobsites, the ConForms 16Z can self-propel short distances at walking speed to reposition between pours.

This flexibility in transport and movement allows the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer to move efficiently between projects without excessive setup time or specialized hauling requirements.

What are the ground pressure and outrigger requirements of the ConForms 16Z? +

The ConForms 16Z Spider Placer in its tracked configuration distributes approximately 10 PSI ground pressure through the tracks, making it suitable for finished floors, interior slabs, and areas with strict weight restrictions.

The ConForms 16Z has an outrigger load of approximately 46 kN (≈ 10,000 lbs) per outrigger, which is significantly lower than larger boom pump alternatives.

This equipment benefits from a small outrigger footprint and adjustable setup options, allowing stable placement in tight or confined spaces while maintaining proper load distribution and operational safety.

Is $97,500 a fair price for a 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer with 80% pipe life remaining? +

The asking price of $97,500 for this 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer in great condition with approximately 80% pipe life remaining is competitive in the current market.

New ConForms 16Z units typically range from $180,000 to $250,000+, depending on configuration and options. At this price point, the used unit represents roughly 60% savings compared to new while still retaining most of its usable service life.

The value is further supported by the dual-power configuration (Perkins diesel engine for the tracks and Honda gas engine for the boom) and the tracked undercarriage, both of which add versatility and long-term utility. Overall, $97,500 is a fair and well-justified price.

Do I need special training or operator certification to use a ConForms 16Z? +

No specific certification is legally required to operate the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer, but proper training is necessary for safe and effective operation of this type of equipment. ConForms provides training resources.

Operators of a pice of equipment like the 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer are expected to know concrete placement principles, hydraulic system operation, radio remote control functions, outrigger setup, and overall jobsite safety protocols. Most experienced concrete placement crews can become proficient with this equipment with 1 or 2 days of training.

What are the operating costs of a 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer compared to boom pump trucks? +

Operating costs for the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer are generally lower than those of traditional boom pump trucks when used on appropriate projects. Contractors typically report 20–40% overall cost savings on suitable pours by using a ConForms 16Z instead of a boom truck.

Key cost advantages of the 2020 ConForms 16Z Spider Placer include:

  • No dedicated truck driver required due to remote radio control operation
  • Lower fuel consumption from smaller Perkins diesel and Honda gas engines
  • Reduced setup and repositioning time on confined or indoor job sites
  • No downtime waiting for boom pump trucks to move or reset outriggers
  • Lower insurance costs compared to road-licensed boom pump trucks
  • Reduced wear and damage to finished floors due to low ground pressure (~10 PSI)

The ConForms 16Z  does require proper coordination of concrete delivery and, in some applications, the use of a separate line pump. However, when access, clearance, or weight restrictions limit boom truck efficiency, This placer provides a significantly more economical solution.

Key Specifications

  • Horizontal Reach: 16 meters (52.5 feet)
  • Clearance Height: 13′1″ minimum opening
  • Track Engine: Tier 4, 74 HP Perkins diesel with flow-through DPF
  • Boom Engine: Honda air-cooled gas motor
  • Grade Capability: Up to 46% (25°)
  • Leveling Compensation: Up to 20°
  • Ground Pressure: Approximately 10 PSI through tracks
  • Outrigger Load: 46 kN (≈10,000 lb) per outrigger
  • Pipe Life: Approximately 80% remaining

Unique Features

  • 4-pin quick conversion to stand-alone placing unit
  • 360° slewing capability for full placement coverage
  • Indoor-rated emissions via Tier 4 Perkins engine with DPF
  • Remote radio control operation
  • Minimal shoring requirements for elevated or high-rise use

For questions or to schedule a viewing of the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer, contact ConcreteIron Concierge at (817) 837-9812.

Did ConForms publish a product sheet for the ConForms 16Z Spider Placer? +

Yes, there is a product sheet for this equipement. Check it out here.

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