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The construction industry relies on a wide range of equipment to allow their projects to be undertaken and followed through to completion. Many of these vehicles or machinery are designed to move or move high volumes of materials or lift extremely heavy objects. For example, construction cranes are commonly used to lift structural parts in building work (for example, when placing supporting structures into the foundations when building residential or commercial buildings).
The excavator is one of the most frequently used pieces of heavy machinery in the construction industry. These vehicles can range in size from compact mini excavators (designed for use in crowded narrow sites such as parking lots or indoor spaces) to long-reach excavators with an arm reach of over 100 feet. They can be used for multiple roles, even including landscaping areas on a construction site. In this article, there will be a discussion of some of the key uses for excavators in construction projects.
Preparing foundations for new buildings
In any new build construction project, one of the first stages of work will typically involve preparing the foundations. Solid foundations are vital for any construction as they will ensure that the structure is safe and effectively distribute the load of the structure. An excavator will commonly be used to prepare the ground for foundations, digging out the area and flattening it so that it is fit for the next stages of construction. At this point, the materials taken from the earth may be screened by using a machine such as the Screen Titan ST Ultra.
This allows the material to be separated into different sizes and debris removed from it. Subsequently, this material may be used for other construction purposes, such as landscaping the surrounding area or leveling out the site. The type of excavator that is used for foundation work will largely depend on the size of the construction project and the environment in which it is taking place. In areas where the terrain is uneven (such as on hillside construction sites), an excavator with crawlers instead of wheels is used. Crawler-wheeled excavators are significantly slower than their wheeled counterparts but have improved stability and can traverse inclines far more safely and effectively.
Demolition of old constructions
In many new construction projects, the initial stage of work will involve the safe and controlled demolition of older structures or buildings before the new construction can take place. For example, an old factory may need to be demolished in urban areas before a modern office complex can take its place on the site. Most people associate this work with equipment such as wrecking balls and bulldozers. However, it is important to recognize the value of excavators in such demolition roles. Long-reach excavators can be extremely effective in demolishing buildings. Their arms can have different fittings added to them, allowing different aspects of demolition to occur.
Crushing, shearing, and cutting are all possible with an excavator and a suitable attachment. Long-reach excavators can be exceptionally useful when demolishing tall structures or getting to hard-to-reach locations (such as demolishing over a water course with no other access). To sum up, excavators can be considered essential equipment for a range of demolition tasks, helping to clear the site before the new build takes place.