What bucket to use for what?

Backhoe loaders are some of the best known in the construction industry. There are different types, sometimes it is difficult to navigate and know which machine to use for which types of work.

Why use a wheeled excavator instead of a tracked excavator? When to use a mini excavator? Do I need a long reach excavator?

Professionals, if you need to rent this type of car from time to time, this article will allow you to understand and remember the most important things about these cars.

The main types of excavators and their application:

When you need to lift heavy amounts of earth or other materials, excavator use on the construction site is very important. At lease of equipment take care of protection to prevent theft on construction sites.

These are popular earthmoving machines that are mainly consist of attachments , most often a bucket, a stick, a rotating cab, and moving tracks or tires. Please note: when buying a construction machine, you must insure it.

These components provide digging power and mobility, allowing this heavy construction machine to perform a wide variety of functions.

Shovels are used, in particular, for digging trenches for the implementation of VRD.

Choosing a mechanical excavator for your job

The excavator is not suitable for all jobs. Here is a table that will allow you to find out which excavator to choose and for which work.

Tonnage	By car	Type of work
<1 тонна	Microexcavator	Small jobs. These machines can maneuver in tight spaces.
<6 тонн	Mini-excavator	Carrying out earthwork, planning or earthwork.
<30 тонн	Standard excavator	Excavation or demolition on large construction sites.
<100 тонн	Heavy excavator	Execution of major earthworks.

But what exactly are hydraulic excavators used for?

Excavator is a ground moving machine. This machine can be used for demolition, sanitation or even clearing jobs. Its articulated boom, also known as an excavator, is equipped with a bucket that allows digging, for example.

The excavator is much more engineering Than mini-excavator ... The latter is used in small areas and / or in cramped areas.

They are used construction and industrial contractors whether in mining, road construction, construction, or even for demolition work.

There are many types of excavators: when renting this type of machine, you should consider its size and speed, as well as working conditions such as available space and soil type.

We will show you these different types of excavators , indicating the type of work that is most suitable for each of them.

On Tracktor.fr you can rent your excavator in all major cities in France: Toulouse, Marseille, Paris ...

Crawler excavator:

Unlike wheeled excavators, tracked vehicles often used in mining and heavy construction work. Also known as excavators, they use hydraulic mechanisms to lift heavy debris and dig into the ground.

Tracks provide access to uneven , hilly terrain and thus without the risk of climbing hills, for example by taking care in advance to analyze the difference in height.

If this machine runs slower than a wheeled excavator, it provides better balance and greater stability.

Be careful if the soil type is fragile, caterpillars do not fit , you will have to opt for a wheeled excavator to avoid damage.

In our catalog you will find a wide selection of crawler excavators with a lifting capacity from 10 to 50 tons.

Wheeled excavator:

In areas where the soil is more fragile and where the machine requires frequent movements (faster than tires), a wheeled excavator is more suitable. It is also a more manoeuvrable machine that, on the other hand, allows you to do the same job.

Keep in mind that wheel excavator can be equipped with stabilizers to prevent it from tipping over. The frame also has a dozer blade that gives it greater stability and allows for leveling the ground or backfilling trenches.

On Tracktor.fr you can find wheeled excavators carrying capacity from 10 to 20 tons .

Dragline (mechanical rope excavator):

Dragline is more of an excavator which does not perform like the previous ones. This is a hoist rope system that will provide digging, not an arm + bucket system. The bucket is attached to 2 cables, one at the top and one at the bottom, attached to the dragline from the bucket to the cab.

In other words, the lifting rope raises and lowers the bucket, and the sling pulls bucket to the operator.

XNUMX hours draglines are very heavy and bulky machinery , they are often installed on site. The unique system of this type of machine is commonly used in large-scale civil engineering projects such as canal construction or quarrying.

Long Reach Excavators (Long Reach Long Boom):

As the name implies, excavator с long flight has more long boom and boom than a conventional excavator. This allows you to reach hard-to-reach places with limited or remote access. The extendable arm of this machine allows it to be up to 27 meters in length when unfolded.

Ideal for demolition projects, especially useful for buildings, located behind the reservoir. In short, it is designed to overcome all types of obstacles. As with other excavators, various accessories can be attached to the boom for other types of work.

How to choose an excavator?

Shovels exist a bunch of but which one to choose?

On wheels or on tracks?

You must determine the nature of the soil. If work needs to be carried out in urban areas, choose wheel excavator ... On the contrary, if your site is located in muddy and difficult terrain, you need to hire a crawler excavator .

Measurement

Consider the size of your working area when choosing the right size shovel. If you do not take this into account and take into rent a shovel that is too big for the location you want, you will be wasting your time.

Tonnage

It is important to select a container that is suitable for your work needs. A model that is too small will prevent you from completing your missions, while a model that is too large will be too cumbersome and, above all, very expensive.

Force

The powerful engine allows you to tackle more challenging jobs. Note that a powerful engine goes hand in hand with tonnage. Therefore, the largest cars have engines of large capacity , which allows them to work in large areas.

The main components of a mechanical excavator:

Renting a mechanical excavator usually comes with a variety of accessories and equipment.

Hydraulic cylinders, booms, booms and accessories provide digging and holding functions, while the top, cab, allows the operator to control the machine. On turntable offers the mobility needed to lift and remove debris generated by work.

In addition to different types of buckets, other accessories are very often used, such as auger, BRH, grapple, clamp and quick coupler, also called morin coupling.

• Bucket : The bucket is the most common attachment on excavators. Made of steel, it has a serrated edge that makes it easier to penetrate the ground. The bucket is mainly used for digging and dumping. There are many types, but the most common are scraper buckets for leveling and mulch / chopping buckets, which are often used in demolition applications.
• Screw : With a spring shape, the auger can dig or drill the soil. They are equipped with hydraulic circuits and come in a variety of types and sizes to suit different digging conditions and terrain.
• Гидравлический jackhammer: BRH is a giant jackhammer. It is used for drilling and cutting the hardest surfaces such as stone and concrete.
• Захват : Grippers are used to pick up large items or materials such as tree stumps or concrete that are too large and heavy for the bucket. They are easy to install and remove from excavators, and there are many.
• Quick coupler or Morin clutch : The quick coupler cannot be used alone. They allow you to quickly switch from one accessory to another. Indispensable when your work requires you to quickly switch from one task to another.

To store these accessories, consider renting a construction site container.

Can the excavator be used for demolition work?

The excavator can be a good helper in dismantling work. Some of his accessories have been specially designed for this purpose.

when demolishing a building, we have to make sure that the size of the machine is adequate for the volume of work and the size of the house. It is important to consider restrictions on height, access and type of destructible materials.

As a result, various accessories can be adapted to the excavator for efficient demolition of the building, the most commonly used are the following:

• BRH
• Crusher for concrete: suitable for concrete structures
• Crusher bucket : suitable for recyclable materials
• Steel scissors : suitable for cutting metal structures.
• Sorting grab : suitable for lightweight structures

Do not confuse backhoe loader and backhoe loader:

В Excavator are widely used on construction sites, but they are often confused with a backhoe. Despite similar lifting and lifting capacities, the two machines differ in size, weight and functionality. Excavator feature - loader is its ability to perform both loader and excavator work. This versatility can be useful, but keep in mind that a backhoe loader will have less operating power than an excavator.

When to use a mini excavator

In recent years, more and more entrepreneurs use mini excavators , a compact version of the classic excavator.

It has the same components as its big sister, accessory, arm, driver's cab, tires or tracks.

This minimizes damage to the ground and allows access to the narrowest areas, such as indoor spaces or, for example, on public roads in the city center. It is also a machine for small jobs.

It is especially suitable for urban work. Thus, mini excavator rental Is a more recommended and profitable solution for your business.

When you rent construction and mining equipment, a construction bucket can also complement your equipment.

Although there is many types of excavators , their basic functionality is similar. The lifting and digging capabilities make the excavator indispensable on almost any construction site. The cost of purchasing them is very high, so renting is the most economical method for most businesses.

Which CACES to drive the excavator on?

If you need to work with mechanical excavator you must have CACES R482 Category C1 ... This certification is for so-called piston loaders. This CACES is valid for both loader and backhoe loader.

This CACES makes it possible to certify that the driver can drive the machine. The certificate can be issued after training and practical and theoretical examinations. Tuition lasts from 2 to 5 days and costs an average of € 900 HT.

Why rent an excavator?

If you haven't CACES , you can rent an excavator with a driver. This solution will enable you to receive professional services. Rentals with other benefits, you have access to a wide range of cars that you can rent at any time, for example for every stage of your earthwork. You don't need to worry about maintenance or storage of machines. This saves money and above all saves time and peace of mind.

What you must remember

There are different models of excavators for earthmoving, demolition, clearing, refurbishment ... Determine the nature of your job to be able to choose the one that best suits your needs ... For any questions about renting an excavator, you can contact our specialists by phone.