When working on excavator machine and excavator attachments, it is important that the operator knows the purposes so that they will be able to use the right attachment for the job on hand. The operator must be knowledgeable with what a certain attachment can do. Using an incorrect attachment will lead to failure of results or damaged attachment. Here are some of the commonly used excavator attachments and their purposes.
Digging Bucket
This is actually a standard bucket or attachment. It is used for digging all sorts of grounds and soil. The edges, width, sizes and shapes of this bucket may vary depending on the kind of task that is to be done. The type will also depend on the kind of soil that will be worked on. This is very effective and sturdy for any kind of digging task.
V Bucket
This is similar to the digging bucket but with certain angles to work on. It gives increased in depth because of its pointed edge shape. This type of bucket is often used for pipe laying digging. It is also durable and can last a long time especially when it is maintained.
Cleanup Bucket
This is used for scooping applications. Its bucket has no teeth so that all materials will smoothly slide into the scoop. It offers large capacity and can collect all kinds of materials. It is commonly used for sloping, backfilling and leveling tasks.
Rock Bucket
From the name itself, this is used for rocky and solidified grounds. It is very sturdy that it can dig through hard and solid soils. It can help in ripping rocks so that it will come loose.
Mud Bucket
This is the opposite of the rock bucket as this works on wet, muddy and clay soils and grounds. It can effectively dig through set grounds and sturdy enough to carry it. Wet or muddy materials can become too heavy and the mud bucket is so durable to handle such materials.
There are other excavator attachments that can be used by construction businesses. These attachments or buckets will help construction businesses achieve different tasks needed for a project. When the business is able to complete many projects, then they will gain more profits and progress will be achieved. Construction business owners should be able to invest in high quality excavator machines and attachments so that projects will be progressive.
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