[VIDEO] 10 Tips to Reduce Undercarriage Costs

Slash undercarriage costs through proper acquisition, maintenance and operation.

April 9, 2020

By selecting the most appropriate undercarriage, following a structured maintenance plan and training operators, you may dramatically lower system costs and thus lower equipment owning and operating costs. Click here to learn more.

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Proper track tension adjustment and regular maintenance will help keep the tracks on your compact track loader working longer

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The undercarriage you choose for your compact track loader will impact speed of work, user comfort and overall maintenance costs.

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Remu Next-Generation E-Series Amphibious Excavators

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To determine track tension, measure to the grouser tip from a straight edge or string stretched from the carrier roller to the idler or sprocket, whichever sags most. Check the manuals for the machine model at hand for the full procedure and specific sag prescription.

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Walk-around inspections allow you to identify and correct any issues early, which can improve undercarriage life and lower the cost per hour substantially.

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Aftermarket components available for most major brands of compact track loaders and compact excavators

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[Video] TechTalk: Keeping the Undercarriage Clean

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Berco Custom Undercarriages

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Roadliner Track Pads

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Riopads Double Poly Track Pads

Properly cleaning the track prevents packing, which increases track tension.

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