7 Projects That Mini Excavators Are Perfectly Suited For
A mini excavator is classed as an excavator weighing between 1.5 to 7 Ton. These versatile pieces of equipment allow for an array of attachments for various uses and are both light and compact. Because of their lightweight and small size, these machines are suitable for use in projects in hard-to-reach places or tight spaces. Ideal for plumbers, electricians, tradesman landscapers and local shire/councils.
Your backyard, for example, would normally be out of reach for your standard heavy equipment, but a mini excavator would be the ideal tool. For construction machinery that specialise in housing and other small-to-medium jobs, these machines could be incredibly beneficial in so many ways. Easy to transport, small excavators can fit on a trailer or small truck, making transport less of a hassle and cheaper too.
The mini excavator boasts a multitude of uses, here are just a few examples:
1. Excavation
A more obvious option, the mini excavator is perfect for small-scale projects, like excavation for trenching, digging pools, minor landscaping and building pads and foundations. Its small size makes it suitable for navigating the confined spaces in residential areas without causing too much damage or inconvenience.
One incredible feature of the mini excavator is its ability to rotate 360 degrees, making the management of excavated soil or debris easy.
2. Irrigation
The mini excavator could be used in creating irrigated trenches for farmland, as its small and precise attachments and reduced swing create tight and precise lines for any farm.
3. Utility line installation or repair
A mini excavator has been designed for more precise jobs than its larger cousins, and it can be used to dig precisely-measured trenches, perfect for the instalment of utility lines.
4. Tree stump removal
Tree stumps can spread decay and invite unwanted pests, such as termites, beetles, and ants to a home. The deep roots of a stump make it difficult to remove without heavy machinery and the mini excavator would be a perfect tool to use. It can dig around the stump to make it easier to rip out and then the thumb attachment can be used to finally finish the job.
5. Boundary installation
The mini excavator can dig with exceptional precision, making it a great choice for creating walls and fences. They are also good for digging holes for fence posts.
6. Demolition
Removing a small structure, like concrete patios, is a perfect job for the mini excavator. The machine can be equipped with a hydraulic thumb to clamp down on and tear out debris, which can then be dropped and piled in to a waste truck.
Other tools that can be attached are hydraulic hammers and breakers, which could be used to break up rocks and concrete.
7. Drilling holes
Attaching the right implement to the auger of the mini excavator can make it suitable for drilling. Its maneuverability and small size make it perfect for drilling in odd places, making it a great candidate for electrical and architectural projects.
Conclusion
There are really no limits to the versatility of the mini excavator. With the right attachments and enough imagination, it could be used in nearly any construction situation that requires a softer and more precise hand.
