Excavators, both the mini variety as the standard sized options, are some of the most versatile types of heavy construction equipment you can use for your residential project. And whether you have chosen to invest in this machinery and buy it outright or are looking to lease one from an equipment provider, the first decision you need to make is the type of bucket you should utilise. While this is dependent on your project, there are several considerations to be had in mind.
As an avid DIYer, I have spent a lot of time researching excavators, buckets and other accessories. In this blog, I have compiled information such as the differences between general-purpose and v-shaped buckets, how soil type will affect your choice of excavator bucket, various applications for the excavator buckets and so on.
3 Reasons to Invest in A Backhoe Loader
If you're looking to boost your building company's earthmoving equipment, then a backhoe loader is a good option. Why?
1. Get a Multi-Functional Machine
A backhoe loader is a versatile piece of kit. It works well on earthmoving jobs as you would expect. However, the machine can also take on a wide range of other work that might surprise you. You can use different attachments for a lot of different jobs. For example, a loader can do landscaping work. It can clear trees and rocks away from a site, help level the ground and then compact it.
You can also use a backhoe loader on many excavation jobs. With the right attachment, the machine can dig trenches and holes for fence posts. It can also break up and remove asphalt and concrete. This versatility could be good for your company. If you use a loader that can do multiple jobs, then you don't have to buy or hire as many machines. Your equipment investment costs will be lower.
2. Get More Comprehensive On-Site Access
While you might not have any problems getting larger earthmoving machines on to large construction sites, there might be times when access is a problem. Large machines can't always work on parts of a site that don't have wide-load access or that is narrow or confined. Plus, these machines sometimes simply won't fit on smaller job sites. They won't have the room they need to work freely.
Backhoes loaders are a good option in these situations. You can buy different sizes of machines; they are all relatively compact compared to larger pieces of earthmoving equipment. They can also work on many different types of terrain. So, a loader can access difficult areas. It won't have any problems working on smaller sites. You get the earthmoving capabilities you need when you need them.
3. Get Easier Transportation
You won't always find it easy to get large pieces of earthmoving equipment or machines on and off your construction sites. You might have to pay to have them transported to and from a site if they can't run on roads. Or, you might need permits for road travel.
Backhoe loaders are smaller and lighter than other earthmoving machines. If you do need to hire a trailer to transport them, then your costs won't be so high. Plus, you can usually drive these machines on roads. They are based on a tractor design that can handle road conditions.
To learn more about backhoe loaders and the jobs they can do for you, ask an earthmoving equipment company for advice.