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Trenchers

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Digging Into Trenchers

5 trenchers equipment rental companies to check out.

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The Right Tool For Every Job

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What Rentals Should Look for in Trenchers and Stump Cutters

July 22, 2025

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Protective systems are a key element in making sure your trenching and excavation site is safe. They’re required for trenches that exceed five feet in depth or aren’t cut entirely into stable rock.

Addressing the Risk of Trenching and Excavation Site Cave-Ins

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Barreto Amplifies RTK Lineup with 30RTK Track Trencher

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Walk-behind trenchers are more compact and maneuverable, perfect for smaller jobsites with tight spaces or numerous obstacles, such as residential lawns and backyards. Ditch Witch’s CX-series walk-behind trenchers, for example, are easier to transport and operate in confined areas, offering a practical solution for landscapers and contractors working on smaller-scale projects. Both types of trenchers are designed to meet specific needs, ensuring that operators can choose the best equipment for their particular job conditions. Pictured is the C30X.

Rental Trenchers 101: Which Trencher Type Does Your Customer Need?

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Walk-Behind Trenchers, Stand-On Skid Steers, and Vacuum Excavators - Oh My!

Proven Bias Tire Performance for the Toughest Job Sites

Proven Bias Tire Performance for the Toughest Job Sites

Top Five Customer Frustrations With Trencher Rentals

To give rental businesses some insight into what frustrates customers most about walk-behind trencher rentals, we talked to a few operators about their experiences. We also talked to leading manufacturers about want to keep in mind the next time you choose a model for your inventory.

Attaching a crumber or trencher cleaner on the end of the boom can help ensure maximum trench depth is achieved.

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Pedestrian Trencher Basics: What to Consider When Evaluating Your Rental Fleet

During busy rental periods, it’s important to evaluate the pedestrian trencher models currently in your fleet to determine which ones your customers like the best or whether you need to expand your fleet offering.

To ensure rental customers have the best rental experience possible with your fleet of pedestrian trenchers, it’s essential that you prioritize routine maintenance on these machines.

Equipment for Underground Utility Construction

Numerous equipment and technology offerings are enhancing underground utility construction employees’ productivity and safety long term.

By using Epiroc's VC double drum model, which doesn't have to move side by side, operators can dig different trenches, including those with flat bottoms.

Mini Excavators

Compact Excavators: Downsizing for the Win

Compact excavators continue to grow in popularity, as evidenced by several new models launched this year.

The CX15EV is a 3,186-lb. mini excavator powered by a 21 hp/16 kW electric motor — and the CX25EV is a 4,828-lb. mini excavator running with a 27 hp/20 kW electric motor.

How Rental Companies Can Educate Customers on Trenching

What rental companies should encourage irrigation professionals to consider before they begin a project that involves trenching.

Considering the full scope of a project is crucial before beginning to trench.

Three Trencher Maintenance Tips to Improve Rental ROI

A look at why following three key maintenance tips can help maximize the uptime, readiness and return on investment of rental companies' trenching fleets.

Routine inspections of a trencher decrease downtime and increase a rental company's return on investment.

Full Walk Around of Ditch Witch's Mechanical Plow Trencher PT37 at Equip Expo 2022

Brant Kukuk, compact equipment product manager with Ditch Witch, gives a walk around of the new PT37 at Equip Expo 2022.

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Ditch Witch Unveils Ride-on Plow Trencher PT37

The PT37 is a dedicated plow with an optional trencher, reel-carrier and hydra-bore configuration to meet a wide range of jobsite needs.

The PT37 is a dedicated plow with an optional trencher, reel-carrier and hydra-bore configuration to meet a wide range of jobsite needs.

3 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Trencher

By answering three key questions, you can be sure to help your rental customers select the right trencher for their landscaping jobsite.

Walk-behind trenches work well to help contractors dig irrigation trenches.

Ditch Witch C24X Walk-behind Trencher First to Feature Fuel Injection

Brant Kukuk, product manager, compact equipment, Ditch Witch, highlights key features of the C24X walk-behind trencher, which includes a new fuel-injected Honda engine. He also talks about new attachments available for the walk-behind trencher lineup.

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Ditch Witch C24X Walk-behind Trencher

Powered by a 24-hp Honda fuel-injected engine to improve performance and reduce maintenance frequency.

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Ditch Witch RT70 Ride-on Trencher

Newly designed trencher is equipped with features that increase operator comfort and visibility.

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