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Trenchers
HammerHead Trenchless Introduces New Pipe Extraction System for Replacing Steel Gas Services
HammerHead Trenchless, a manufacturer of trenchless installation, rehabilitation, and replacement solutions for underground utility infrastructure, today announced a new addition to its line of Same Path technology: the new SLX1300.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Vermeer PTX42 Walk-beside Plow/Trencher
Walk-Behind Trenchers
PTX42 Walk Beside Plow/Trencher
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Choosing the Right Teeth for Your Trencher Operation
Walk-Behind Trenchers
[VIDEO] Renters' Review 2019: First-Try Trenching Gets It Done
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Dedicated Trencher vs. Loader and Trencher Attachment
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Here's Why Cutting Construction Carbon is an Opportunity Few Contractors Can Afford to Deny
Building construction and operation creates 38% of global carbon emissions, and as investment in green building accelerates post-pandemic, change in materials and methods are on a path to become common in less than 10 years
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Six Factors to Consider When Adding Drones to Your Construction Business
Tech experts hash out the top considerations for construction companies wanting to add unmanned aerial vehicles to their business plan.
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Walk-Behind Trenchers
A+ Rental Marred by Lack of Accountability
Ubiquitous in rental inventories, walk-behind trenchers are simple, durable creatures that typically go out on rent and come back without incidence. And so it was with this particular rental… if there even was a rental at all.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
How to Spec Pedestrian Trenchers for Successful Rentals
To help achieve optimal efficiency with your pedestrian trencher, you should consider machine options that will assist in making your customers even more productive.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Boxer 120 Dedicated Trencher
The completely restyled and redesigned Boxer 120 Trencher boasts up to 740 ft-lbs. of torque output for ample power in the toughest digging conditions
Trenchers
Barreto 13STKH/16STKB Track Trencher
The STK track trencher features an independent floating track system which utilizes independent undercarriage idlers that move in response to the terrain. This design keeps a significant portion of the track in contact with the terrain at all times.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
[VIDEO] Vermeer Eliminates Tail Wheel, Updates Steering on 50-hp Trencher
Trenchers
Barreto Pushes Productivity with RTK Walk-Behind Tracked Trencher
In our first Construction Equipment Closeup, we take a look at the Barreto RTK stand-on track trencher, designed and built for greater productivity and return on investment.
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Walk-Behind Trenchers
[VIDEO] How Barreto’s New RTK Trenchers Push Production and Reliability
In the latest Construction Equipment Closeup, see how tracks allow the latest design of the stand-on, pedestrian trenchers to handle a 48-in. bar, while smart component upgrades boost reliability of the controls and boom pivot.
Trenchers
Today’s Trencher Trends
Walk-behind trenchers are no one’s favorite machine to use, but they do serve an important purpose for your customers and your inventory. These machines have seen many technological improvements over the years and we asked leading manufacturers to tell us
Trenchers
New Vermeer Pedestrian Trenchers Improve Maneuverability, Steering
The RTX130 and RTX200 are available with 24- to 36-in. cutting booms and 6-in. cutting widths to help install irrigation systems, drainage tile and outdoor electrical lines more efficiently
Walk-Behind Trenchers
20TKD/23TKD Walk-Behind Track Trencher
The 20TKD/23TKD walk-behind track trencher from Barreto features a detachable front end, giving the customer the ability to use optional attachments without the need of loader arms.Quick attach system allows removal of the front-end attachment wit
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Barreto RTK Stand-On Track Trencher
Barreto made its fixed stand-on platform standard equipment on this 1,700-lb tracked trencher; unique course-correction controls adjustment track speed with rods rather than cables
Underground Equipment
Ditch Witch Shows Latest Underground Equipment and Training Services at bauma 2016
Equipment making its bauma debut includes the new line of walk-behind trenchers and the OptiCut digging system
Trenchers
[VIDEO] Ditch Witch Introduces Opticut and Spring Boom Features to New Walk-Behind Trencher Line
On its new CX line of walk-behind trenchers, Ditch Witch offers new features including its spring boom design, which minimizes vibration to the machine and the operator, and the Opticut digging chain designed to lower maintenance costs.
Trenchers
[VIDEO] Ditch Witch Unveils Six New Walk-Behind Trenchers
Ditch Witch introduces its CX line of walk-behind trenchers, including three tracked versions and three rubber-tired machines.
Ground Engaging Tools
OptiCut Digging System
OptiCut features an all-in-one chain design for walk-behind trenchers with integrated tooth technology to eliminate one-by-one tooth replacement and associated replacement costs
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Ditch Witch Introduces CX-Series Walk-Behind Trenchers
The CX-Series trenchers are equipped with the new patent pending CX Track system. The design includes a shorter left track, and longer right track, allowing better traction and a shorter overall length for superior maneuverability in tight spaces.
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Walk-Behind Trenchers: Good Things in Small Packages
When it comes to light trenching applications, there's no substitute for today's walk-behind models. Here's what's available for your rental inventory.
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Trenchers
E-Z Trench Groundsaw
The Groundsaw EZ9000 will trench 100 feet in approximately five minutes. The on-the-go depth adjustment enables the operator to dig a trench 2.5-inch wide from zero to 13 inches deep.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Ditch Witch RT12 Walk-Behind Trencher
Offering durability and performance on any project, the Ditch Witch RT12 walk-behind trencher is designed so the chain, headshaft sprockets and digging teeth work together. The RT12 is also built with a heavy-duty frame and components.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
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Walk-Behind Trenchers
Stand-On Track Trencher
The all-new stand-on track trencher from Barreto Mfg. features a fixed platform and unique fine-tuning control adjustment that uses rod linkage instead of cables.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Toro TRX-20 Walk-Behind Trenchers
20-hp tracked trencher offers 24- , 36- or 48-in. booms and chain widths of 4 or 6 in.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Toro TRX-16 Walk-Behind Trencher
Tracked trencher has low-center-of-gravity stability and delivers 10 gpm of hydraulic flow at 2900 psi to the chain drive
Walk-Behind Trenchers
From the Field: Operator Presence System Sometimes Tricky on Older Walk-Behind Trenchers
Brent Younker, president at Total Rental in the Portland, WA area, says he's had trouble with the operator presence system on some of the older models of walk-behind trenchers he has in his fleet.
Stump Grinders
Vermeer Introduces Four New Products to the Rental Market
Vermeer Corp. introduced four new products at The Rental Show in Las Vegas: the SC30TX stump cutter, RTX250 trencher, S450TX mini skid steer and BC900 chipper.
Underground Equipment
Vermeer RTX250 Trencher
The RTX250 rubber-tracked, steerable pedestrian trencher is powered by a 27-hp Kohler electronic fuel injected (EFI) gas engine.
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Video: New Toro TRX Trencher Line
Toro video (3:35 min.) details the unique features that set the three models of Toro trenchers apart in the market
Walk-Behind Trenchers
Video: How to use the Little Beaver Kwik-Trench Mini Trencher
Step-by-step instructions for getting the most of out of a Kwik-Trench mini trencher safely and productively (8:08 min.)
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