[VIDEO] Renters' Review 2019: First-Try Trenching Gets It Done

Find out what happens when we pair a novice operator with a robust trencher to lay gas and electrical lines in a soupy Beloit, WI, back yard

Jun 18, 2019

Renters' Review 2019 has us trenching backyard gas and electrical lines in Beloit, WI. Find out what happens when we pair a novice operator with a robust piece of equipment and some soupy ground conditions.

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Trenching Attachments

Digging Into Trenchers

5 trenchers equipment rental companies to check out.

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The Right Tool For Every Job

The Toro Company

Use this guide to help match equipment rental customers to a compact utility loader so they can power through their next job.

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What Rentals Should Look for in Trenchers and Stump Cutters

RDO Equipment Co.

Equipment rentals can increase their customer base by selecting equipment solutions to complete tasks to prep areas for outdoor living spaces.

Vermeer Walk Behind Trencher Rdo Equipment Co

Equipment Today Releases 2025 Annual Equipment Showcase

Designed to highlight hundreds of next level solutions for challenge construction jobsites, this year's showcase delivers the top equipment solutions in eight main categories, all aimed at improving your business and its jobsite operations.

Equipment Today's Annual Equipment Showcase highlights hundreds of today's latest product releases in earthmoving, attachments, lift equipment, worksite equipment, fleet maintenance, trucks and transportation, roadbuilding, and technology.

Construction Safety

Addressing the Risk of Trenching and Excavation Site Cave-Ins

Sentry Insurance

You can reduce the risk of cave-ins by implementing robust protective measures, conducting a thorough soil analysis, proper training, and maintaining vigilant inspection routines.

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.

Barreto Amplifies RTK Lineup with 30RTK Track Trencher

Barreto Manufacturing Inc.

Powered by a 31hp Briggs Vanguard engine and featuring an 8” wide chain, the 30RTK Track Trencher boasts additional horsepower and includes plans for future chain width options.

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

An overview comparison of ride-on vs walk-behind trenchers and selecting which solution will work for your rental customer.

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.

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

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Training & Education

United Rentals Hosts Trench Safety Webinar June 19

United Rentals Inc.

The webinar, Understanding Trench Safety Essentials, addresses commonly misunderstood aspects of trench safety.

Some of the commonly misunderstood trench safety issues will be discussed in the webinar.

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.

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.

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