The uses of an Excavator
An excavator is one of the most valuable pieces of equipment on a construction site. It has helped countless projects work more efficiently and effectively. But what is an excavator used for, and why is it essential for many heavy equipment jobs?
To fully comprehend what an excavator is used for, it is helpful to look at the components. An excavator contains what is called a house, undercarriage, boom, stick and bucket. These components feature the motors and gears to move the equipment, lift the bucket, and a spot for someone to sit and be in control of the machinery.
The main uses of an excavator are digging trenches, holes and foundations, providing the power to do these tasks much more easily and effectively than any other piece of heavy equipment on the market. Companies across various industries utilize excavators; including forestry, mining and all types of construction. In addition to digging, excavators are commonly used for projects such as demolition, dredging rivers, material handling, or lifting heavy objects.
With such a wide range of uses, it makes sense that there are different types of excavators to help find exactly the right one required for the job at hand. One example is a tracked and wheel excavator, which is perfect when the job calls for work such as digging, material handling, brush cutting, demolition, open-pit mining, forestry work and much more. They are great for big jobs.
There are also mini excavators, which are smaller and lightweight, which makes them easier to transport quickly and effortlessly to various construction sites. These types of compact excavators are ideal for trenching, as well as a wide range of utility work. In some cases, with the advances we have seen in hydraulic systems, these smaller excavators can even outperform larger machines.
At RH Plant Hire, we offer excavators and other heavy equipment to assist with your construction needs! Depending on your construction needs, we offer new or used heavy equipment, as well as the option to rent equipment if your budget is tight or if you require something specific for a particular job.
