Insider Facts and Ideas on Heavy Construction Equipment

Earthmoving machines are indomitable companions when used to do a myriad of heavy tasks like digging through concrete floors, excavating soil, rock and ore etc., and then moving the loads to different locations.

When it comes to purchasing earthmoving machines, not everybody is a seasoned buyer; first time buyers will often find choosing the right machines to be somewhat difficult. Here are a few vital buying tips to help those seeking to buy new earthmoving machines for the first time:

Always keep construction needs top-of-mind

What types of jobs do you expect to perform at the construction site? Does the earthmoving machine you want to purchase have sufficient power to dig through or break the surface you'll be working on? How many feet below ground should the machine be able to dig? How much lift capacity will you require? Will you be working in small, confined spaces or in wider spaces? All these are some of the project-specific questions that you'll have to think through before making a purchase decision.

Due to their smaller footprint, for example, wheeled excavators, are best when operating in sites where using tracks is not possible, e.g. because of possible damage to concrete floors in warehouses by a tracked excavator. Likewise, mini excavators may be best suited in construction sites where easy maneuverability is desired.

Availability of replacement parts and maintenance service

Research whether spare parts, e.g. the swing bearing, boom and stick, hydraulic cylinders, tyres, hours meter, etc., for the model of earthmoving machine you wish to buy are readily available so that they can be easily acquired in case any machine components break down and are rendered inoperable.

In addition, ascertain whether technical support and maintenance may be required from the manufacturer or an independent contractor in the days ahead, that is, if you don't have the capacity to maintain the machines in-house.

Compatible range of attachments available

When it comes to earthmoving machines, there is a great collection of attachments, including buckets, rock breaking hammers, loading scoops, winches, and shovel blades, that can be used to improve the performance of the machines virtually seamlessly.

Find out what attachments can be used with a certain type of earthmoving machine before buying it. Also confirm whether the attachments are readily available since they are usually bought separately.

When manipulated properly, either through manual or automatic controls, these attachments can help you to complete construction projects quickly and efficiently by easing otherwise difficult tasks like breaking, gouging out, loading, moving and spreading soil, rock, soil and other materials.