Loader: technical characteristics and application

Today we dedicate our article to a construction machine widely used by construction professionals: loader !

Loader presentation

Reward

Loader or front loader is a civil engineering machine widely used on construction sites and falls under the category of earth moving and mining equipment. Its main feature is its ability to quickly transport / move a significant amount of material from one point to another, especially during earthworks. This machine is usually added to a mini excavator rental.

Types of work with a loader

This construction machine is mainly used for:

• cleaning and leveling surfaces after excavation;
• backfilling of voids (holes, trenches);
• have loading and unloading operations (loading / unloading).

Technical description

Loader composition

Loader consists of an excavator bucket (not to be confused with a bucket that is used for digging) with a storage capacity of a maximum of 1500 liters, an engine, stabilizer and cab.

Various models

On the market is available about 4 types of loaders :

• Compact wheel loader ;
• Compact track - loader ;
• Front loader less than 4500 liters;
• Wheel loader more than 4500 hp

Please note that track loaders provide better stability in hard-to-reach places but the speed of movement makes them impractical.

Bootloader selection will depend on the type of terrain (trails for difficult terrain and tires when there are long distances to cover), accessibility (favors of compacts in urban areas or for small jobs), and the amount of land to move (storage capacity). You can also hire a dump truck to remove rubble.

Best Practices and Moments of Vigilance

Here's a set of tips to improve risk prevention:

• Check the car and good visibility before starting;
• Contain loader in cleanliness and do not transport flammable products;
• Fasten your seat belt, of course. Moreover, this is necessary so that the protection measures against pinching when the machine is turned over are effective.
• Neutralize underground networks;
• Reduce the pressure in the hydraulic circuit before proceeding;
• Adapt clothing to working conditions;
• Mark a clear axis of reference;
• Ensure the safety of personnel by marking areas that are closed to traffic;
• Do not drive with the forklift raised for greater stability, better visibility and to avoid falling materials that could cause damage or accidents;
• Be very vigilant when working near power lines (overhead or underground cables)! If your forklift touches this line, it will be energized. Anyone who is nearby loader, may get an electric shock.
• At the end of the day, pay special attention to the machine to prevent theft on construction sites.

On Tracktor.fr you can also rent a mini loader, a model loader, and a construction bucket for cleaning garbage.

For your other work

Do you need other machines for work at height? On Tracktor.fr you can rent articulated forklifts, aerial platforms or even telescopic boom lifts.

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