Heavy-duty machinery is oftentimes synonymous with the construction industry. Forklifts and Telescopic forklifts, Wheel loaders, Scissor and Man Lifts, Articulated Dump Trucks, Excavators and Dozers and of course Skid steer Loaders are extremely popular machines, that if in top shape and correctly used, are invaluable to any construction business.
Among the equipment we listed above, one of the most practical, multi-faceted and useful pieces of equipment are Skid Steer Loaders. Let us find out why!
Skid Steer Loaders and their uses
Maybe the characteristic that best defines Skid Steer Loaders is versatility. They are compact, agile, and if needed, light-weight machines, that can operate in tight spots and perform a variety of tasks, like loading, earthmoving and excavating.
And although the specific uses of a Skid Steer Loader will mostly depend on their size, their operational skills and uses can be adjusted and multiplied with the addition of attachments such as blades, snow blowers, stump grinders or rakes. This kind of flexibility can only increase their practicality on the terrain and their value on your balance sheets.
Sizes and Applications
Every job site is different and every task has different demands. The ideal match between skid steer type and application will enable you to work better, faster and easier.
- SMALL SKID STEER LOADERS
The Small Skid Loaders will weigh approximately 2,220 lbs. They are known for their maneuverability. They can operate into tight spots where other heavier equipment cannot go. This advantage will make them perfect for applications like interior demolitions.
They are also the perfect choice for landscaping, site development, building of smaller structures or residential construction, because of their ability to fit between houses and pass through gates. They can also be used for underground construction.
Lastly, we should also note that because of their light-weight and their amazing movability, they are able to even operate on turf without destroying it.
- MEDIUM SKID STEER LOADERS
An upgrade from small to a medium size Skid Steer loader will be necessary if more power and larger bucket sizes are needed. And even if medium size skid steer loaders are bigger than their smaller counterparts, they are also maneuverable and will come very handy at almost any construction and job site. The combination of their medium size and power allows them to perform tasks that larger equipment cannot complete.
Medium Skid Steer Loaders can be used for land clearing, brush removal, excavation, snow removal, demolition and landscaping.
- LARGE SKID STEER LOADERS
Large skid steers can be ideal for construction and any large scale project. Excavating, grading or roadbuilding, are some of the applications where they will excel. Large Skid Steer Loaders are also known for how easily they can lift and move extremely heavy loads, like pallets filled with bricks or other heavy materials.
With the attachment of wheel saws, forestry cutters, planers and other attachments, they can accomplish even more. Large Skid Steer Loaders are sheer-powered, heavy-duty machines for demanding and ambitious projects!
Choose the Skid Steer Loader you need!
As we just saw, the matters to consider before acquiring your Skid Steer Loader are not limited just to brand, model or year-of-production. The versatility of these machines will force you to think twice before making your decision!
- Use. For what kind of tasks will you be needing your Skid Steer Loader, the majority of the time? Lifting, digging, landscaping and gardening or demolishing? (Just to name a few…)
- Conditions. What are going to be the specific terrain conditions where the machine is going to operate? From weather conditions to the geography and size of the site. Everything matters!
- Match. The right machine should match perfectly with the abilities of your staff and operators. What type of equipment does your team already know how to handle? Accidents do occur in construction sites; prevention and prudence are the best strategies. Machines bring results when operated by properly trained operators.
- Budgets and Gadgets. Calculate carefully before embarking on your Skid Steer Loader acquisition voyage. Include in your calculations the attachments you might be needing and other additional costs like service, delivery and maintenance. How often you intend to use your machine is another question that should be a central factor in your calculations!
The Benefits Skid Steer Loaders can offer to for your business
A useful and fully operational machine can only be advantageous to your business. High return on investment, increased competitiveness, growth and (deserved) tranquility are some of the benefits the right Skid Steer Loader will bring to your business.
And versatility being their main characteristic, their usability is endless. With minimum adjustments you will able to pull off tasks that before it was just impossible to perform.
And if we must accept the undeniable truth, that we are talking about very costly equipment… We should not worry because affordable solutions do exist. A Skid Steer Lease is one of them.
If equipment and heavy machinery are synonymous with Construction business; a flexible Leasing agreement is synonymous with Every business
That’s not an example! That’s just the definition of versatility.
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