Dredging Resources

Affiliated Brands

Ellicott Dredges is an affiliated brand of Mud Cat® the worlds leading supplier of manned diesel auger dredges, unmanned electric remote-controlled auger dredges, and automated dredges for the water, wastewater, industrial, and environmental industries. Mud Cat started in 1971 and patented the auger dredge and remains the leader in the industry for the above-mentioned market sectors.

Ellicott Dredges is an affiliated brand of the patented GeoPool® technology which is a cost-effective, reusable, and scalable dewatering solution constructed of modular steel frames that link together and are lined with a special geofabric material and patented Dump Door technology for efficient dewatering.
IMS Dredges® is an affiliated brand of Ellicott Dredges®, the world’s leading supplier of one-truck transportable, self-propelled hydraulic auger dredges for the river, lake, canal, and inland waterway maintenance sectors. IMS started in 1986 and patented the Starwheel Drive® self-propulsion system and remains the leader in the industry for the above-mentioned market sectors.

Associations – Active Member

Through Ellicott Dredge Enterprises (EDE), Ellicott Dredges is a proud member of the Western Dredging Association, a non-profit technical professional organization devoted to the exchange of knowledge in the fields of dredging, navigation, marine engineering, and construction.

Through EDE, Ellicott Dredges is a proud member of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA). The IMS 7012 HP Versi-Dredge is a one truck transportable, self-propelled dredge that can dredge to 30 ft. and utilizes a 10×12 hi-chrome GIW submersible sand pump ideal for small to medium size sand operations. The production and price point make it a value-added tool for any sand mining operation looking to get into this lucrative market.

Bureau Veritas maintains a rigorous approach to quality management and has certified EDE’s quality management operations in Baltimore & Wisconsin as ISO 9001 Quality Management System compliant.

Government Agencies

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers manages the largest span of water infrastructure in the United States and has approximately 37,000 dedicated civilians and soldiers delivering services to customers in more than 130 countries worldwide. The Corps has purchased Ellicott Dragon Dredges for use in the United States and abroad.

The International Trade Administration (ITA) is a U.S. Department of Commerce agency that strengthens U.S. industry competitiveness, promotes trade and investment, and ensures fair trade compliance. It helps U.S. businesses export goods/services, navigate foreign markets, and resolves trade barriers through diplomatic support and data analysis.