{"id":23837,"date":"2018-12-10T16:13:01","date_gmt":"2018-12-10T06:13:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/?p=23837"},"modified":"2022-06-15T13:29:25","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T03:29:25","slug":"excavation-equipment-everything-need-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.machines4u.com.au\/mag\/excavation-equipment-everything-need-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Excavation Equipment: Everything You Need To Know"},"content":{"rendered":"

When it comes to excavation equipment, there\u2019s a lot to cover. If you\u2019re looking for the right machine for your job, or need tips on maintenance\u2014you\u2019re in the right place. <\/span><\/p>\n

First, let\u2019s take a look at the top excavation equipment manufacturers. <\/span><\/p>\n

Top Excavation Equipment Manufacturers<\/span><\/h2>\n

As with any industry, there are leading brands that stand out from the rest. When it comes to excavation equipment, you need reliable, powerful and precise machinery. Here are just a few of the big players in construction equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Caterpillar <\/span><\/h3>\n

There\u2019s a reason Caterpillar are at the top of almost every construction leaderboard. With a product line of more than 300 machines, <\/span>Cat excavation equipment<\/span><\/a> just gets better and better. Whatever machine you need, whether heavy or light, it\u2019s likely Cat has got it. <\/span><\/p>\n

Wacker Neuson<\/span><\/h3>\n

Founded in 1848, Wacker Neuson SE has decades of experience over other manufacturers. They specialise in design, development, production, and sale of compact <\/span>construction equipment<\/span><\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n

Komatsu<\/span><\/h3>\n

Established in 1921, Komatsu prides themselves for being the world’s second largest manufacturer of construction equipment. In fact, they are renowned for making the largest bulldozer in the world. When it comes to <\/span>heavy construction equipment<\/span><\/a>, Komatsu have you covered. <\/span><\/p>\n

Kubota<\/span><\/h3>\n

Kubota is a leading supplier of construction equipment in Australia. <\/span>Their range of excavation equipment<\/span><\/a> is engineered and designed for Australia\u2019s climate. Kubota has all the tools, experience and support in order to help you choose the right equipment to meet your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bobcat<\/span><\/h3>\n

We can\u2019t talk about excavation equipment without mentioning Bobcat! Over the last 50 years this brand has become so renowned, many refer to all excavators simply as \u2018Bobcats\u2019. And for good reason. <\/span>Bobcat specialise in compact equipment<\/span><\/a> such as skid steers, compact excavators and attachments. All their machines promise to offer versatility, toughness, comfort and superior performance.<\/span><\/p>\n

Choosing the right excavation equipment<\/span><\/h2>\n

When it comes to construction, there are hundreds of machines to choose from. Each with their own specialties and uses. Here\u2019s a quick breakdown of the most common machines used in construction.<\/span><\/p>\n

Excavators<\/span><\/h3>\n

Excavators (also known as \u2018diggers\u2019) are one of the most versatile pieces of excavation equipment available. They are used for:<\/span><\/p>\n