11.

Drum Rollers

Drum rollers — also known as compact rollers and road rollers — are machines used at worksites to
smooth and level building terrain or roadways. They are immensely strong and can flatten surfaces
quickly and effectively.

There are two types of rolling drums available:

Smooth rollers: If the drum is smooth, it’s known as a smooth roller. As the name suggests, smooth
rollers create smooth surfaces out of gravel, sand, or dirt using a combination of powerful vibrations and
pressure. You can find these machines in either single or double-drum variations.

Padfoot rollers: Padfoot rollers use the same technology as smooth rollers, in addition to a strong
manipulative force that you can use to make soil more compact and solid.

12. Electric Rope Shovels

Electric rope shovels are another piece of heavy equipment used almost explicitly at mining sites due to
their ability to withstand rugged work conditions and easily relocate large quantities of overburden and
ore. Because they are powered by electricity, there are far fewer moving parts to wear down over time.
This means you won’t have to spend as much money or time maintaining or replacing critical areas of
your equipment. Modern-day electric rope shovels are energy-efficient and easy to operate.

13. Excavators

If you approach any construction site, chances are, you’ll find an excavator. These machines are robust
and adaptable, making them a common fixture at large and small-scale projects. The excavator cabin —
which you can rotate completely while in operation — is connected to a long arm and bucket, which you
can use for excavating, demolishing, hauling, brush removal, and even forestry applications with certain
attachments.

Excavators range in size, each suited for different applications:

Mini excavators: Mini excavators can navigate small, hard-to-reach areas on construction sites, and are
ideal for home-based or small-scale projects.
Medium excavators: Medium excavators can handle larger jobs than mini excavators, but without taking
up as much space as a large excavator. Large scale renovations, home improvement projects, and
medium to large-scale construction sites can benefit from this configuration.

Large excavators: Large excavators are large and very powerful. They are best suited for high-volume,
large-scale operations.

14. Forklifts

You can use forklifts to move items short distances around a worksite or warehouse safely. There are
several different types of forklifts to it any workplace scenario, including:

Counterweight: Counterweight forklifts use a built-in counterweight system to remain stable while
directly transporting products without using arms.

Side loaders: Side loaders are ideal for warehouses with limited workspace and bulky materials, as the
design of the machine allows the operator to load materials directly from their storage rack easily.

Pallet jack: Pallet jacks are designed to specifically move pallets around a warehouse, and their small size
makes them easy to operate.

Warehouse: You can use a warehouse forklift to quickly move supplies, products, and shipments around
a warehouse.

When choosing a forklift, always consider the weight and volume of the items you plan to use it with.

15. Hydraulic Mining Shovels

Hydraulic mining shovels use powerful hydraulic components for consistent, powerful digging and
material moving at even the most challenging mine sites. Similar to electric rope shovels, hydraulic
mining shovels are long-lasting and easy to use. Modern updates also make them safer and more
ergonomic.

16. Motor Graders

Motor graders, or road graders, have long, narrow blades, also known as moldboards. This moldboard is
rotatable, with a cutting edge on the bottom to help cut and move terrain for things like:
Roadway installation or maintenance

Fine grading

Building projects

Drainage ditches

Snow removal

Spreading materials

Compared to bulldozers, motor graders are usually better suited for heavy roadwork projects that
demand versatility. You must understand how to operate a motor grader before using one, as different
actors impact performance. For example, the more lean you put on the wheels, the deeper a cut will
typically be.

17. Off-Highway Trucks

Off-highway trucks are a type of dump truck that offers heavy-duty hauling power for any type of harsh
work environment. For this reason, they are a popular choice in mines, quarries, and large-scale
construction sites that require efficient transport of bulk materials. Compared to traditional dump
trucks, off-highway haulers can transport larger volumes of stone, soil, and other materials. Depending
on what your project calls for, you could invest in an off-highway truck with multiple dump buckets to be
even more efficient.

18. Scissor Lifts

An aerial scissor lift is a type of mobile, elevated work platform that acts as a stronger and safer
alternative to a standard ladder. Because scissor lifts are comprised of steel and a series of crossed
beams and struts, they provide a stable work area for one or more workers.

They are excellent for the following applications:

Material handling

Warehouse or stockroom storage

Construction projects
Commercial building maintenance

If you have hard-to-reach areas in your work area, a scissor lift is just what you need.

19. Skid Steer Loaders

A skid steer is a type of machine that you can use for anything from small-scale home projects to large-
scale land management jobs. They are an asset to any worksite, thanks to the ability to connect different
attachments to complete nearly any type of project.

For example, with the right attachments, you can use a skid steer loader for:

Forestry

Land clearing

Landscaping and farming

Road work

Excavation

Demolition

Site cleaning

Skid steers are available in three different sizes: small, medium, and large.

20. Telehandlers

Telehandlers are similar to forklifts but are better suited for outdoor applications or bulk material
moving inside a warehouse. You can connect different boom attachments, such as buckets or lift
platforms, making them a versatile piece of machinery to have on the worksite. There are several types
of telehandlers to choose from, including different variations of lift height, load capacity, and frame size.

21. Towable Light Towers

Have you ever had to race against the sun to complete an outdoor project? Towable light towers are the
solution to this common occurrence. Light towers consist of a set of powerful lights attached to the top
of a vertical beam, which is connected to some type of power generator or solar panel. The tower is
easily portable, so you can take it with you from site to site and never worry about working in the dark.
This keeps employees safer and increases the amount of available working time you have for a project.

22. Track Loaders

Track loaders are heavy-duty machines intended for large-scale use. They are designed with large,
moving tracks rather than wheels. This enables the machine to move effortlessly across rugged terrain,
including hard-to-reach areas. You can use a track loader to move or push debris or materials, as well as
in excavation and land clearing.

23. Underground Mining Loaders

Underground mining loaders are very durable, low profile machines designed to make mining easier and
faster. Mining loaders are similar to standard underground mining trucks, but with an attached bucket.
They are crucial for any large-scale mining operation, as they allow you to haul and move materials
safely. When choosing an underground mining loader, consider the size of your work area and the types
of materials you work with.

24. Utility Vehicles

Utility vehicles — or UTVs — are compact, motorized transportation and hauling solutions. They
function similarly to a small truck and look similar to a sport vehicle — but don’t underestimate these
machines. They are incredibly useful tools for a variety of purposes, such as:

Hauling materials across construction sites.

Safe, enclosed transportation in hazardous work areas.

Farming and landscaping projects.

Easy hauling and transportation across narrow work areas.

Because UTVs are an integral part of many jobs and projects, you should focus on finding a machine that
is both durable and comfortable to use. Today, UTVs have features like comfortable seating, quiet
operation, adjustable steering columns, and spacious cabs.

25. Wheel Excavators

Wheel excavators are similar to standard excavating machines, but instead of utilizing a track system,
they have wheels. Because of this difference, wheel excavators offer less traction on challenging terrain
but are still powerful, stable machines. One of the most significant advantages wheel excavators have
over tracked excavators is the ability to drive it around the worksite.

26. Wheel Loaders

Wheel loaders have a front-loading bucket you can use to move dirt and other materials. Compared to
track loaders, these loaders are equipped with durable wheels, which makes it easy to navigate and
drive across the worksite.

Different wheel loader attachments help this machine adapt to all of your project’s needs, including:

Stump grinders

Snowblowers

Asphalt cutters

Cold planers

Trenchers

27. Wheel Tractor-Scrapers

Wheel tractor-scrapers are a type of heavy equipment used in construction projects to scrape, move,
and collect dirt, allowing you to grade and level the land.

Here’s how it works:

A sharp, angled scraper cuts into the dirt, loosening it.

A hopper uses a conveyor belt system to collect and store this loose dirt.

Once the hopper is full, you can then dump or transport the dirt wherever needed.

There are several types of wheel tractor-scrapers, including elevating, open bowl, push-pull, and tandem
scrapers.

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