Built to help power and fiber-optic contractors easily create a clean, narrow trench in one pass, the Ditch Witch MT164 microtrencher attachment offers maximum compact cable installation performance. Equipped with a standard hydraulic plunge and option to offset the frame, the MT164 provides variable depth control and allows contractors to cut right up next to a curb. It can trench up to 2 inches wide by 16 inches deep to cut deep enough to get through a standard-sized curb. It can also be set up for a push or pull application depending on the job site. The microtrencher’s compact footprint provides increased flexibility with minimal disruption to surrounding infrastructure in urban areas.580-336-4402; www.ditchwitch.com
Equipment Attachments
Hall’s Gradeblade
Hall’s Gradeblades are backhoe or excavator bucket blades that mount in minutes. Simply slip one over the bucket teeth and chain-bind it to the provided weld-on tab on the back of the bucket. They are available in two models — the Crumbing Blade, which is the same width as the bucket for top grading or smoothing the bottom of a trench; or the Squeegee Blade, which is wider than the bucket, with angled wings for greater surface grading. They help reduce backfill time, leaving no teeth marks, eliminating the need to rake, shovel, spread or compact. They are available for buckets 12 to 36 inches.800-214-1649; www.gradeblade.com
Pressure Lift HydraBore
The HydraBore equipment attachment from Pressure Lift fits on the end of any vacuum hose for a simple, more cost effective approach to hydroexcavation. It breaks up soil, removing it quickly and easily to reduce labor requirements to a one-person operator, keeping every project extra clean improving safety. This tool reduces the downtime of an operator changing clothes when finished and requires fewer workers by using the tool for its other benefits of pumping deeper and faster. It can also be used in concert with smaller vacuum equipment to gain maximum benefits while capitalizing on project expenses.866-504-6596; www.pressurelift.com
Excavating Equipment
Comet Pump ET 55 Series
From small trailers to large truck-mounted units, the Comet Pump ET 55 Series pump was designed for hydroexcavating and industrial jet/vac services in mind. Its high-performance features, compact design, and symmetrical crankcase allows for easy right to left shaft conversion — making installation simple and easy to accomplish. It contains high-reliability high-pressure seals with low-pressure lubrication and recirculation chambers proven to withstand corrosion. It can withstand extreme temperatures with its stainless-steel suction valves and guiding pistons, nickel-plated brass and an aluminum alloy pump body. It can operate at 1,450 rpm and 3,626 psi. Its shaft support system and tapered roller bearings will enable this pump to run for extended periods of time.800-864-1649; www.cometpump.com
Excavators
John Deere 85 P-Tier
The 85 P-Tier excavator from John Deere boasts an 18% engine horsepower increase over the 85 G-Tier model, and the addition of a turbo for high-altitude performance. Hydraulic performance improvements include increased pump torque and improved dig forces. The larger, redesigned cab is equipped with an 8-inch monitor with Bluetooth and a 270-degree camera system integrated into the main monitor. Improved service access and optional features, such as angle blade with float and continuous flow auxiliary hydraulics, round out the updates that improve the performance and versatility.800-503-3373; www.johndeere.com
Takeuchi TB350R Series 3
The TB350R Series 3 compact excavator from Takeuchi features a short tail-swing design that makes it ideal for working in tight or confined spaces. Inside the cab a 7-inch, multifunction color monitor with touchscreen places a wide range of functions at the operator’s fingertips. A dedicated coupler circuit on cab models allows for the quick and easy exchange of various hydraulically driven attachments. A jog dial with one-touch controls lets operators easily control throttle position and multiple machine functions. It also offers greater working ranges, including a dig depth of 11 feet, 8 inches, maximum reach of 19 feet, 10.8 inches and maximum dump height of 12 feet 11.3 inches. Thanks to its high-flow primary auxiliary circuit, it is ideal for multiple applications, including excavating, demolition, land/vegetation management, general contracting, landscaping, rental and residential and commercial construction.706-693-3600; www.takeuchi-us.com
Yanmar Compact Equipment ViO80-7
The 18,122-pound ViO80-7 mini excavator from Yanmar Compact Equipment offers 18% more power over its predecessor with its new 67 hp Yanmar Tier 4 Final diesel engine. It provides operators with increased attachment performance with 20% more PTO flow rate. It achieves a maximum dig depth of 14 feet, 3 inches, and includes signature zero tail-swing allowing the excavator to rotate next to a structure with less risk of hitting it. Improved engine output and hydraulics allow for more productivity and greater attachment performance. Those same improvements also allow for a 15% increase in work speed, 13% lower fuel consumption rate and 25% increase in travel speed on slope. A 2-Pump Load Sensing hydraulic system increases pump flow rate under high loads to direct power where it’s needed to improve performance.800-205-9913; www.yanmarce.com
Loaders
CASE Construction Equipment 580SV Construction King
The 580SV Construction King backhoe loader from CASE Construction Equipment brings a tool carrier-style front end back to the company’s backhoe line, ideal for businesses who use the loader end of their backhoe as a primary material handler — loading and unloading pallets, moving pipe and other bundled material around the yard. Adding a 4-in-1 bucket, a 6-in-1 bucket, or any of the countless attachments available for CASE backhoes turns this into a robust multipurpose job site solution — and a hydraulic quick coupler makes it easy. Both center pivot and side-shift models are available.866-542-2736; www.casece.com
Mecalac North America AX1000
The AX1000 articulated loader from Mecalac North America combines heavy-duty performance with self-stabilizing maneuverability and a sleek design. Its monoboom provides greater boom rigidity and strength, resisting the twisting that can occur with the traditional two-arm setup. Combining large, tinted windows with the unique monoboom design, it eliminates the two loader arms obstructing the operator’s view and allows clear visibility to the left and right in addition to straight ahead. Along with enhanced safety, this outstanding visibility boosts productivity. It also offers greater stability because the machine’s pivot joint is offset at a positive angle. As the machine articulates, the center of gravity is transferred to the rear, so it can re-level itself, greatly reducing the risk of the machine toppling over. It has a standard bucket volume of 1.3 cubic yards, plus a 75 hp engine. It has a lift capacity of 9,038 pounds, and maintains lifting power from the ground to its highest point.508-921-3076; www.mecalac.com
