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.
Excavator Attachments Selection: Promoting Efficiency and Productivity
Excavators are highly versatile pieces of equipment. However, their performance will depend on the attachments chosen for critical tasks. Therefore, if you are preparing for commercial or residential development work, you must acquire the perfect units for the application. Here are some critical guidelines on choosing the best attachments for exceptional efficiency and productivity.
Understand Excavator Types
The most suitable attachment will depend on the type of equipment available for use. You should understand the difference between excavators before shopping to avoid poor selection. These machines can be classified as standard, compact, midi and large. The standard excavator is the common unit found on commercial construction sites.
The compact design is small and suitable for small-scale land improvement work. The midi is the median between the compact and the standard. Large excavators are designed for speciality heavy-duty tasks. These excavators have different requirements for attachment sizes and designs. You cannot fit components that are larger or smaller than the equipment.
Check the Ground Conditions
The ground condition is an important factor in attachment selection because the excavator component will have direct contact with the soil. The role of attachments is to break the ground by trenching, digging and boring. Therefore, ensure that the units are compatible with the ground. This consideration is critical when dealing with hard, rocky grounds.
Standard attachments might experience distortion and general wear if exposed to hostile conditions. If your land has a tough surface, inquire about heavy-duty and hardwearing attachments. You can evaluate the ground conditions on your property by commissioning a geotechnical investigation or consulting your contractor.
Review Hydraulic Specifications
Excavators use hydraulic systems in the operation of attachments. The pressure from the hydraulic fluid facilitates actions like lifting and lowering during the development work. If the excavator cannot provide sufficient fluid pressure to move an attachment, you will notice inefficiencies during the work. Moreover, the equipment could experience undue stress and fail.
You can prevent these problems by checking the flow specifications of your excavator. Confirm the exact fluid pressure of the equipment because terms like 'standard flow' can be confusing. Then, find attachments with the matching hydraulic levels.
Think about Installation
Finally, you should consider the ease of installing the hydraulic attachment. If the complexity of connecting the component to the equipment is too high, you will waste a lot of time connecting and disconnecting attachments. The best approach to avoiding time wastage is investing in a quick coupler. This unit will allow for quick installation and removal of most excavator attachments.
To learn more about excavator attachments, contact a local heavy construction equipment supplier.