Types of Construction Equipment

Construction equipment range from the very heavy equipment to the portable and mobile lighter equipment, some of them with a precise description of their functions are detailed below. Engineering equipment with a front bucket/shovel and a small backhoe in the rear combined with a tractor is known as backhoe loader. It is mostly used in small construction sites and in urban engineering such as fixing city roads. A crawler, which is very powerful and attached with a blade, is called a bulldozer. Even though any heavy engineering vehicle is... [Read more of this review]

Caterpillar Dozers and Wheel Loaders

  In the 1950s, Caterpillar added many new product lines aimed specifically at the construction side of its business interests.Rubber-tired self-propelled scrapers were introduced, along with track-type loaders in the early 1950s.By 1959, the company released its first rubber-tired front-end loader, the model 944A Traxcavator. The loader was first unveiled to the companys board of directors as the T101, at a special demonstration at its Phoenix Proving Ground in February 1956. Though not a large machine, its standard bucket capacity... [Read more of this review]

Tips on Hiring A Construction Company

Hiring a construction company to do a job for you is a very important decision. Hiring an inexperienced construction company might save you a few dollars, but when their shoddy workmanship comes apart a few years later and needs repairs it will end up costing you more in the long run, plus they probably didn’t give you any guarantee on their work for any number of years past the date they did the work. On the other hand, hiring a professional company usually costs a whole lot more. Here is a great guide that will help you to choose... [Read more of this review]

Control Operating Costs – Construction Equipment

Operating costs—the costs you incur once you turn the key and put the machine to work—include things such as fuel, tires or tracks, ground-engaging tools, preventive maintenance, and repair parts and labor. Sound decisions must be made on a day-to-day basis if operating costs are to be kept in line.high or increasing operating costs are entirely due to the age of the machine. True, older machines will break down more often and be more expensive. But how much of this increase in cost is due to age and how much is due to abuse, poor maintenance,... [Read more of this review]

Case – Construction equipment

The company of Case has done it again, by introducing yet another spectacular excavator, the CX700, which weighs in at 70 metric tons and represents a new size for Case, fitting perfectly between the CX460 and CX800 models. Case has also taken advantage of Tier 3 technologies and upgraded the CX330, increasing the power and improving fuel economy, all while adding features that will enhance comfort for the operator and simplify maintenance. The CX700 is a powered by a high performance, fuel efficient Isuzu engine that is completely... [Read more of this review]

Heavy Equipment Training

The construction business is booming and for many men and women it’s a perfect place to begin a career. There are many different job choices available in this industry and one is operating the large earth movers that pave the way for new homes and buildings to be built. If this is of interest to you, consider taking a course in heavy equipment training. Most major cities are home to several companies that offer these types of courses. In fact, if you are interested in a position with a particular organization they may offer heavy equipment training... [Read more of this review]

Construction Machinery – Innovative

Construction machinery performs multi various tasks mostly using hydraulic power. Some of the recent innovations in the construction machinery industry carry fully computerized hydraulic control systems, energy-saving measures and features needed for comfortable and efficient operation. With the current focus on environment, most of the construction machinery is geared to perform with less noise, less vibration and low emissions. Mini excavators are meant for use in urban areas with a dense population. They are designed for efficient functioning... [Read more of this review]

Backhoe loader

The backhoe loader is one of the most common pieces of heavy equipment on any size job site. The fact that it features two useful tools in one machine makes the backhoe loader a must-have for all kinds of construction and repair projects. The standard backhoe consists of a diesel-powered, four-wheeled vehicle with the operator’s cab in the middle and a tool on each end. On the front, it has a loader: a wide bucket on dual arms that is used to either pick up loose piles of material or to push dirt back into a hole when a job is finished. The... [Read more of this review]

Find your construction Equipment

Bobcat Bobcat skid steers provide enhanced visibility from a deluxe, enclosed cab with high-tech instrument panel. Two-speed travel provides speeds up to 7 mph in low or up to 12 mph in high range. An advanced control system provides a choice between hand or feet controls. You can also choose between ISO or H pattern joystick controls. Other features include ride control and the Power Bob-Tach mounting system that allows easy utilization of more than 60 job-matched attachments. Volvo Construction Volvo skid steers incorporate a one-piece mainframe... [Read more of this review]

Buying heavy equipment – Operator

Excavators, backhoe loaders, motor graders, and even compact equipment like skid steer loaders or mini excavators– it’s easy to get buried in an avalanche of specs. Engine HP, hydraulic HP, dump heights, ground clearance, dig or dump depths – they can get to be overwhelming. It’s important to keep in mind that the performance of your heavy equipment depends quite a bit on the operator.Heavy equipment controls and ergonomics One of the most important considerations when buying heavy equipment is visibility. It’s a safety concern,... [Read more of this review]

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