CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENTS

BY: RADHA AGARWAL

Transportation Equipment Used in Construction
Transportation equipment plays a vital role in the construction industry, facilitating the movement of
materials, equipment, and personnel to and from construction sites. These vehicles range from small
pickup trucks to massive cranes, each with specialized capabilities tailored to specific construction
tasks.
Transportation equipment used in construction encompasses a wide array of vehicles designed to
transport various materials, equipment, and personnel. These vehicles can be broadly

categorized based on their primary function:

Material Transport:
Dump Trucks: Used to haul loose materials like soil, gravel, and sand.

Concrete Mixer Trucks: Transport and mix concrete for pouring at construction sites.

Flatbed Trucks: Transport bulky materials like steel beams, lumber, and prefabricated panels.

Trailers: Haul heavy equipment and oversized loads over long distances.

Equipment Transport:
Crane Trucks: Equipped with cranes for lifting and transporting heavy machinery and materials.

Lowboy Trailers: Transport oversized equipment like excavators, bulldozers, and cranes.

Forklifts: Move materials and equipment within warehouses and around construction sites.

Personnel Transport:
Crew Cab Trucks: Transport construction workers and supervisors to and from the job site.

Passenger Vans: Transport multiple workers or project managers efficiently.

Buses: Transport large groups of workers for site visits or project meetings.

Specifications
The specifications of transportation equipment vary depending on the specific vehicle and its
intended purpose. However, some general specifications that are commonly considered include:

Payload Capacity: The maximum weight the vehicle can safely transport.

Engine Power: Determines the vehicle's hauling and manoeuvrability capabilities.

Drive Train: Refers to the vehicle's power transmission system, typically 4x2 or 6x4.

Fuel Capacity: Determines the vehicle's operating range before refueling.

Safety Features: Include airbags, anti-lock brakes, and lane departure warning systems.

National Vendors
The construction industry relies on a variety of national vendors to supply transportation equipment.
Some prominent national vendors include:

Caterpillar: Manufactures a wide range of construction equipment, including dump trucks,

excavators, and loaders.

Volvo Construction Equipment: Produces a range of construction equipment, including wheel

loaders, articulated haulers, and motor graders.

Komatsu: Provides a comprehensive line of construction equipment, including excavators,

bulldozers, and motor graders.

Terex Corporation: Manufactures a variety of construction equipment, including cranes, aerial work
platforms, and materials processing equipment.

John Deere: Offers a range of construction equipment, including backhoes, skid steer loaders, and
utility tractors.

International Vendors
In addition to national vendors, the construction industry also utilizes international vendors to supply
transportation equipment. Some notable international vendors include:

Liebherr Group: Manufactures a wide range of construction equipment, including cranes, excavators,
and wheel loaders.

Hyundai Construction Equipment: Produces a variety of construction equipment, including hydraulic

excavators, wheel loaders, and skid steer loaders.

JCB: Provides a range of construction equipment, including backhoe loaders, excavators, and
telehandlers.

Sandvik AB: Manufactures a variety of construction equipment, including rock drills, loaders, and
haulers.

Zoomlion Heavy Industry Science & Technology Co., Ltd.: Offers a range of construction equipment,
including cranes, concrete machinery, and aerial work platforms.

List of core construction equipment’s used in construction, along with their descriptions,
specifications, and national and international vendors:
Concrete Batching Plants
Concrete batching plants are used to mix and prepare concrete for construction projects. They
consist of a number of components, including a mixer, storage bins for aggregates and cement, and
a conveyor system.

Specifications: Concrete batching plants can be stationary or portable, and they come in a variety
of sizes to suit different project needs. They are typically classified by their output capacity, which
is measured in cubic meters per hour.

National Vendors:
Ajax Fiori

C&M Concrete

Plants JVL Inframac

Mahamaya

Shree Ram Engineering

International Vendors:
ELBA

IMER

Lintec

SIMEM

Terex

Concrete Mixers
Concrete mixers are used to mix concrete ingredients, such as cement, aggregates, and water, into a
uniform consistency. They come in a variety of types, including truck-mounted mixers, trailer-
mounted mixers, and stationary mixers.
Specifications: Concrete mixers are typically classified by their drum capacity, which is measured
in cubic feet. They also have a number of other important specifications, such as water capacity,
mixing time, and engine horsepower.

National Vendors:
Ajax Fiori

Apollo Infratech

JVL Inframac

Mahamaya

Shree Ram Engineering

International Vendors:
CIFA

Liebherr

Moba

Rexcon

Terex

Tower Cranes

Tower cranes are tall, self-supporting cranes that are used to lift and move heavy materials, such
as concrete, steel, and machinery, on construction sites. They are typically used for high-rise
buildings and other large construction projects.
Specifications: Tower cranes are classified by their capacity, which is measured in tons, and their
reach, which is measured in feet. They also have a number of other important specifications, such as
hook height, lifting speed, and slewing speed.

National Vendors:
ACE Cranes

Escorts Cranes

Galtec Cranes

KTL Cranes

Terex Cranes

International Vendors:
Comansa

Liebherr

Linden Comansa

Potain

Wolff

Compactors

Compactors are used to compact soil and other materials to increase their density and strength. They
are typically used for road construction, foundation work, and other applications where a strong,
stable subgrade is required.

Specifications: Compactors are classified by their type, such as roller compactors, plate compactors,
and vibratory compactors. They also have a number of other important specifications, such as
weight, compaction force, and operating speed.

National Vendors:
ACE Cranes

Escorts Cranes

Galtec Cranes
KTL Cranes

Terex Cranes

International Vendors:
Caterpillar

Dynapac

Hamm

Ingersoll Rand

Volvo Construction Equipment

Generators

Generators are used to provide temporary or backup power for construction sites. They are powered
by a variety of fuels, such as gasoline, diesel, and natural gas.

Specifications: Generators are classified by their power output, which is measured in watts or
kilowatts. They also have a number of other important specifications, such as fuel type, fuel capacity,
and noise level.

National Vendors:
Ajax Fiori

Apollo Infratech

JVL Inframac

Mahamaya

Shree Ram Engineering

International Vendors:
Atlas Copco

Cummins

Generac
Honda

Westinghouse

Compressors

Compressors are used to compress air for a variety of construction applications, such as
operating pneumatic tools, cleaning equipment, and painting equipment. They are powered by
electricity or diesel fuel.

Specifications: Compressors are classified by their capacity, which is measured in cubic feet
per minute. They also have a number of other important specifications, such as pressure rating,
CFM rating, and noise level.

National Vendors:
Ajax Fiori

Apollo Infratech

JVL Inframac

Mahamaya

Shree Ram Engineering

International Vendors:
Atlas Copco

Chicago Pneumatic

Ingersoll Rand

Kaeser Compressors

Quincy Compressor
Dumpers

Dumpers are used to transport materials, such as soil, gravel, and concrete, on construction sites.
They are typically off-road

Excavation equipment is heavy-duty machinery used to dig, move, and load soil, rock, and other
materials. It is essential for a wide range of construction projects, from building roads and
foundations to excavating trenches for pipelines and sewers.

Excavator

An excavator is a versatile piece of equipment that can be used for a variety of tasks, including
digging, trenching, loading, and backfilling. It consists of a base unit with a long arm that can be
equipped with a variety of attachments, such as a bucket, thumb, or hammer. Excavators are
available in a variety of sizes, from small skid-steer loaders to large track excavators.

Specifications:
Bucket capacity: 0.25 to 10 cubic

yards Digging depth: 10 to 30 feet

Reach: 15 to 50 feet

Horsepower: 50 to 500 hp

National vendors:
Caterpillar

Komatsu
Hitachi

Volvo

John Deere

International vendors:
JCB

Case

Doosan

Kubota

SANY

Backhoe Loader

A backhoe loader is a tractor-mounted excavator that is commonly used for digging trenches, loading
trucks, and demolition work. It has a backhoe attachment at the rear of the tractor and a front-end
loader at the front. Backhoe loaders are smaller and more maneuverable than excavators, making
them ideal for smaller jobs.

Specifications:
Bucket capacity: 0.5 to 1.5 cubic

yards Digging depth: 10 to 15 feet

Reach: 15 to 20 feet

Horsepower: 75 to 150 hp

National vendors:
Case

New Holland

John Deere

Kubota

Bobcat
International vendors:
JCB

Volvo

Terex

Yanmar

Mahindra

Bulldozer

A bulldozer is a tractor-mounted blade that is used to push and level earth and other materials. It is a
versatile piece of equipment that can be used for a variety of tasks, such as clearing land, grading
roads, and building embankments. Bulldozers are available in a variety of sizes, from small skid-steer
loaders to large track dozers.

Specifications:
Blade width: 4 to 16 feet

Horsepower: 75 to 500 hp

National vendors:
Caterpillar

Komatsu

John Deere

Case

New Holland

International vendors:
JCB

Volvo
Terex

Yanmar

Mahindra

Skid Steer Loader

A skid steer loader is a small, wheeled loader that is known for its maneuverability. It is commonly
used for digging, lifting, and loading materials in tight spaces. Skid steer loaders are equipped
with two independent wheels that can be turned at different speeds, allowing them to pivot in
place.

Specifications:
Bucket capacity: 0.5 to 1.5 cubic

yards Lift capacity: 2,000 to 3,500

pounds

Horsepower: 50 to 100 hp

National vendors:
Bobcat

Case

New Holland

Kubota

John Deere

International vendors:
JCB

Volvo

Terex

Yanmar

Mahindra
Trenchers

A trencher is a specialized piece of equipment that is used to dig trenches for pipelines, sewers, and
other underground utilities. It consists of a digging chain or wheel that cuts through the soil, and a
conveyor belt that removes the excavated material. Trenchers are available in a variety of sizes, from
small walk-behind trenchers to large tractor-mounted trenchers.

Specifications:
Digging depth: 2 to 10 feet

Digging width: 6 to 12 inches

Horsepower: 50 to 200 hp

National vendors:
Vermeer

Ditch Witch

Astec

Brandt

McLaughlin

International vendors:
Ditch Witch

Astec

Brandt

McLaughlin

Vermeer