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Top 8 Attachments You Must Have for Your Compact Loaders in Landscaping

Different work requires different tools. Pairing your compact loaders with a variety of attachments can help you improve safety and efficiency. In order to assist you in determining which attachments are best suited for landscaping tasks – planting trees, clearing land, installing underground irrigation systems, creating paths, placing landscape materials, or moving pallets, we are delighted to present the top 8 must-have attachments.

1. Bucket

Buckets may not be the most glamorous or exciting tools, but definitely, they are some of the most versatile and useful ones you can have in your arsenal. Whether you have a skid steer loader or track loader, upgrading beyond the standard bucket opens up a world of possibilities from digging into and moving large piles of dirt or heavy landscaping rock to transporting larger materials like stone and concrete pavers. On job sites like building retaining walls or creating landscaping berms, buckets do significant work, and selecting the appropriate one is crucial to meet the demands of your applications. Our tips can help guide you in choosing the right bucket for your needs, which you can find by visiting this article.

2. Pallet Fork

The pallet fork is a commonly used attachment in the landscaping business that allows you to lift and transport bulky, bagged, or palletized materials with ease and speed. This powerful tool comes in standard and medium-duty options, both designed to offer excellent strength and durability. It features side steps that make getting in and out of the cab easy, and a standard, see-through spill guard that ensures excellent visibility. With this attachment, you can now easily plan to sod the backyard, lay pavers to create a garden path, create new garden beds, and haul in bags of potting soil or specialty mulch.

3. Auger

Planting small trees and shrubs throughout your property or installing a new fence or pergola can transform your property’s curb appeal – but can also require days of backbreaking work with a shovel. An auger attachment has the power to quickly, efficiently, and accurately dig holes for things like trees, shrubs, and fencing, deeper and faster – even in hard, rocky soil. So you spend less time and effort digging by hand, and more time enjoying the result of your handiwork. Choosing an auger that is too big for your machine will put unnecessary stress on the compact loader and keep it from running efficiently. It’s about balance involving machine weight, power, system pressure/flow rates, auger diameter, digging depth, and soil classification. Make sure to pick an auger drive to match the flow and pressure of the compact loader (standard or high flow) and that will handle the diameter of the auger that you would like to use. Keep in mind that the higher the flow rate, the faster the auger will rotate. Compare how much GPM your compact loader auxiliary hydraulics produce to the ratings of the auger attachment you are planning to purchase. If the compact loader produces 16 GPM you should choose among auger attachments rated at 10-20 GPM. When working with good digging conditions, such as sand, clay, and loam soils, choose an auger for its speed to increase productivity. Choose an auger with a higher volume of torque to break up harder materials such as compacted soil, asphalt, concrete, and frozen surfaces. The tougher the conditions, the larger the hole, and the deeper the hole the more you will prefer torque over speed. Speed would be the best choice if you are digging in plain dirt or sand to allow the auger to throw the material off the auger. The depth of a dig depends directly on the length of the auger bit. They are approximately 1.2m in overall length and available for round or hex drive augers. A hex drive shaft uses six sides to drive the auger into the ground, giving it more driving surface, which ultimately results in longer wear life, and is ideal for tough digging conditions such as compacted dirt, asphalt, concrete, and frozen surfaces. Adapters are available to convert a round auger drive to a hex bit and vice versa. Two basic types of auger drives are available – chain reduction drives and planetary drives. A planetary drive will usually offer more longevity than a chain drive. It generally has a lot less maintenance. If something breaks, it will be more costly to fix. A chain drive will typically have a lower cost than a planetary drive but is more susceptible to wear and tear from outside elements like rock, dirt, and sand.

4. Landscape Rake/ Auto Rake

Landscape rake, also referred to as auto rake, is an excellent attachment for grooming and finishing soil for seeding. They are ideal for a variety of projects ranging from turf and seeding to heavy-duty landscaping. Landscape rake can rake and collect surface debris while smoothing and leveling the soil over large areas. Once it is full, collected debris can be easily dumped at a chosen location. This attachment is also used for removing roots, rocks, and other debris that may be present in the topsoil before grading. The tines of the landscape rake can cut soil, allowing it to separate and aerate the soil, making it perfect for soil conditioning. In simple words, landscape rakes are the perfect tool for ensuring your soil is in ideal condition for your landscaping needs.

5. Trencher

Trenchers are a staple piece of equipment on landscaping job sites. From digging and moving dirt to cutting through rock, contractors know that the trenchers allow them to install utilities quickly and efficiently. Designed with the power and strength to dig in hard and rocky soil, teeth and chain options give you more versatility, thereby enabling the maximization of trenching capabilities for various soil conditions. Trenchers come in different sizes, with digging depths ranging from 609mm to 1524mm and trench widths spanning between 152mm and 305mm. The manual or hydraulic side shift feature is crucial as it allows users to dig close to buildings, fences, and other obstacles on the jobsite, thereby reducing the need for manual labor and improving efficiency. Single Standard chains, equipped with cupped teeth on every other section, are recommended for light to moderate digging in loose, damp, clay, and loamy soils. Double Standard chains, featuring roughly twice the number of teeth, are recommended for harder, drier soil. Half Rock & Frost chains are the go-to option for harder, frozen, and rocky digging conditions.

6. Grapple

Do you need to move heavy and hard-to-handle materials such as brush, logs, demolition debris, and landscaping stones? Take heart in knowing that grapple attachments have got you covered, with different configurations that are perfect for managing even your toughest landscaping work.

The Brush Root Grapple, for instance, is designed to deliver maximum chomping and ripping power, making it ideal for handling awkward materials such as logs, tree stumps, brush, rocks, roots, overgrowth, debris, loose hay, or straw without driving teeth into the ground; allows dirt to fall on-site.

You can also count on the Industrial Grapple which is excellent for moving heavier, hard-to-manage materials such as odd-shaped objects and scrap materials derived from broken-up concrete and rebar, landscape timbers, or lumber from old decking and docks. The two-arm design of the larger industrial grapple grabs hold of material in two places. As a result, you get maximum contact with material and strong biting force across irregular-shaped loads. With easy-to-use hydraulic controls, any operator can securely handle bulky or uneven loads.

There are specialized grapple attachments for rocks and long loads, known as Skeleton Rock Grapple and Log Grapple.

The Skeleton Rock Grapple is specifically designed to scrape with loader arms against boom stops. Its see-through design allows for excellent visibility, while the tines permit dirt to fall through. Additionally, the grapple offers complete protection of the hose routing, providing an added layer of safety.

The Log Grapple is an excellent attachment for handling logs, pipes, brushes, and other bulky materials. It features 2″ (508 mm) x 8″ (3032 mm) cylinders, and will close to a log or pipe as small as 6″ (1524 mm).

The versatile Rotating Grapple 180 Degrees attachment has the ability to rotate up to 180 degrees featuring spring-centered return, lateral lock, and in-line lock positions for handling material at different angles. Designed to lift and handle heavy, awkward-sized material such as logs, culverts, water pipes, telephone poles, and more with controlled precision. Load, unload, and transport material up to 1500 lbs (680kgs). The serrated cradle of the grapple steadies material in-line for straight-on loading or transport. The grapple tines open to a maximum of 39″ (990 mm) for grappling large objects and fold together as tight as 3″ (76 mm) in diameter for holding pipe, brush, or smaller material.

The single-cylinder Utility Fork Grapple attachment has optimal holding ability for hard-to-handle light materials such as manure, loose hay, straw, sod, silage, bedding, and other bulk materials. You can quickly and easily add more teeth, allowing you to handle smaller materials with improved efficiency within a few minutes.

A Grapple Bucket is typically used on hard flat surfaces. Materials are scraped into a hard bucket, producing a clean lift and sweep. The attachment securely collects debris materials, making removal a breeze anywhere you need to! Available in Standard, Medium, and Heavy-Duty models in widths ranging from 60” (1524 mm) to 88” (2235 mm), with independently operating grapple arms that can powerfully clamp onto uneven loads.

So, don’t let heavy materials weigh you down – let our grapple attachments inspire you to tackle even the most challenging landscaping work with ease.

7. Soil Conditioner & Roto Tiller

If you’re starting a new garden bed or need to thoroughly prepare the soil, a Roto Tiller is a good choice. This is an ideal attachment for breaking up clumps and mixing compost or other materials into existing soil. Its versatile functionality enables you to operate it in a forward or reverse motion, making it ideal for optimal seedbed preparation and other landscape functions.

Soil Conditioner is gentler and won’t disrupt the soil as extensively as Roto Tiller, ideal for maintaining existing landscapes and improving soil texture. It prepares soil while leveling and filling in fewer passes. Its carbide-tipped teeth easily rip through clumps while penetrating the ground. It has an easy-to-maintain direct-drive hydraulic motor, and no chains or sprockets to worry about. 

8. Tree Spade & Transplanter

The best attachment for planting trees is the Tree Spade. Move and place trees, shrubbery, and boulders and dig holes for new trees all with the same attachment. There are three types of blade configurations on tree spades, each suited to a type of soil and each providing a different type of root ball size from 36” (914 mm) to 48” (1219 mm). Landscapers using the tree spade attachment should remember the 10-1 ratio. Multiplying the diameter of the tree trunk by 10 will give the size of the tree spade to use. For instance, a tree with a trunk diameter of 3 inches requires a 30-inch tree spade.

Tree Transplanter allows you to take advantage of the power of your compact loader to plant, transplant, and remove mature trees with up to 50” (1270 mm) diameter root balls. This heavy-duty attachment comes standard with 3, 4, or 6 semi-truncated 1/4” high alloy steel blades and additional valve port for operating rear stabilizers.

An attachment works best when it is used properly, and that’s a key aspect of Mayon Machinery‘s service. Contact us today to get more out of your compact loaders through our top-quality landscaping attachments. No matter what your landscaping needs are, whether it’s a small-scale project or a complete overhaul of your outdoor space, we are ready to assist you in getting the job done safely and efficiently.

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Tips To Choose The Best Bucket For Your Compact Loaders

When it comes to choosing the best bucket for your compact loaders, there are several factors to consider. Here are some tips to help you make the right choice:

1 – Consider the size:

The size of the bucket you choose will depend on the size of your compact loader and the type of work you will be doing. Larger buckets are ideal for heavy-duty tasks, while smaller buckets are better suited for lighter jobs.

FOR LIGHTER-DUTY JOBS:

GENERAL PURPOSE AND DIRT BUCKETS

For daily use with smaller compact loaders or occasional use on some of larger machines, you can’t beat the versatility of general-purpose and dirt buckets. The skid-bar design provides wear protection to the bucket bottom, backs up the cutting edge, and adds strength to the bottom of the bucket. A flat back on the bucket exterior provides a secure mount for quick-attachment systems such as Bob-Tach® system or All-Tach™. A round back inside the bucket enhances loading and cleaning out. A replaceable high-carbon steel cutting edge provides a long bucket life.

GENERAL PURPOSE BUCKET

The standard bucket for compact machines and a good choice for low-hour users on some larger loaders. General-purpose buckets are ideal for light-duty grading and leveling applications as well as material handling.

Similar to dirt bucket with a longer bottom
Perfect for light-duty grading, leveling, and material handling
Excellent cutting-edge visibility
Good bucket breakout force

BUCKET, DIRT

The standard bucket on smaller compact loaders. Designed specifically for digging and moving dirt, gravel, and other loose materials. They typically have a flat bottom and straight sides that provide maximum cutting and digging power.

Similar to general purpose bucket, but with a shorter bottom and low back
Fair cutting-edge visibility
Excellent bucket breakout force

FOR HEAVY-DUTY JOBS:

CONSTRUCTION/ INDUSTRIAL AND LOW-PROFILE BUCKETS

With more durability for your toughest jobs, nothing provides longer wear in extreme applications. It’s designed for handling heavy materials and performing digging and earthmoving tasks. Gehl C/I buckets generally have a more curved profile, while Bobcat C/I buckets tend to have a more angled profile. The design can affect the bucket’s digging and earthmoving performance and may be preferred based on personal preference or specific job requirements.

BUCKET, CONSTRUCTION/ INDUSTRIAL (C/ I)

The standard for performance and strength.

Highest breakout forces
Good cutting-edge visibility
Shorter bottom and less capacity

BUCKET, LOW-PROFILE

These the most popular low-profile buckets are ideal for grading, leveling, carrying, loading, and other material handling.

Good breakout force
Excellent cutting-edge visibility
Similar to the C/I bucket, but with slightly longer bottom for better visibility and increased capacity

BUCKET, HEAVY-/SEVERE-DUTY CONSTRUCTION/ INDUSTRIAL (C/ I)

Designed for larger skid loaders and compact track loaders. These buckets are built even stronger than C/I and low-profile buckets. While Heavy-Duty Construction/Industrial buckets typically feature thicker steel construction, reinforced bucket bottoms, and wear-resistant cutting edges for use in demanding construction and industrial applications. Severe-Duty Construction/Industrial buckets are even more rugged and durable than heavy-duty buckets and are designed for use in extreme conditions such as demolition, quarrying, and mining.

More capacity than C/I or low-profile buckets
Double-walled top crossmember
Stronger mounting frame
Higher back and longer bottom
Thicker and taller side cutting edges

SPECIALTY BUCKETS:

FERTILIZER AND GRAIN BUCKETS

When choosing a fertilizer or grain bucket for a compact loader, it’s important to consider the specific agricultural materials being handled and any specific requirements for the job. For example, if handling corrosive fertilizers, a bucket with a corrosion-resistant coating may be necessary to prevent damage and prolong the bucket’s lifespan. Similarly, if handling delicate grain or feed, a bucket with a smooth interior and larger capacity may be preferable.

Move large volumes of granular material
Minimum spillage over the front edge thanks to an increased rollback feature

SNOW AND LIGHT MATERIAL BUCKETS

Gehl Snow and Light Material buckets can hold slightly more material than the Bobcat buckets due to having a slightly more curved design, which may make them more efficient for scooping and dumping materials. While the Gehl buckets may have a slight advantage in terms of capacity and durability, the Bobcat buckets may offer more versatility with their universal mounting system.

Ideal for handling large, low-density materials
Large-capacity buckets with a high-back design
Sizes range from 1562 to 2578 mm wide

ROCK BUCKETS

Rock buckets are heavy-duty attachments ideal for picking up stones and large awkward debris. This kind of bucket is a “must-have” for skid steer operators in the agricultural, commercial, and landscaping industries.

Skeletal design collects rocks while leaving soil behind
Models ranging from 1549 to 2223 mm wide

2 – Choose the right material:

Buckets are available in a variety of materials such as steel, aluminum, and composite. Steel buckets are more durable and ideal for heavy-duty work, while aluminum buckets are lightweight and easier to handle.

3 – Think about the shape:

The shape of the bucket can affect its performance. A wider bucket will have a larger capacity and will be better for moving loose materials such as gravel and sand. A narrower bucket will be better for digging and excavating.

4 – Consider the teeth or cutting edge:

Some buckets come with teeth that can help you dig into hard ground or break up tough material. If you will be doing a lot of digging or excavation work, a bucket with teeth may be a good choice.

5 – Look for versatility:

Some buckets are designed to be used for multiple purposes, such as grading, leveling, digging, and grappling. If you need a bucket that can handle a variety of tasks, look for one that is versatile, for example, 4-in-1 a combination bucket.

Bolt-on corner cutting edges to protect the corners of your bucket; reversible.
Reinforced bucket bottom and clamshell improve strength and rigidity.
Interlocking serrated grapple edges to hold objects securely – even heavy or odd-shaped materials.

6 – Consider the price:

The cost of the bucket will depend on its size, material, and features. Choose a bucket that fits your budget but don’t compromise on quality.

By considering these factors, you can choose the best bucket for your compact loader that will meet your needs and help you get the job done efficiently. If you’re still unable to select the right bucket, please consult our team at Mayon Machinery to get the best one for your application.

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Skid Steer Loader Safety Tips & Guidelines

Productivity and safety should always be a top priority with equipment owners. Becoming a proficient operator takes knowledge, skill, and good judgment. Whether you’re operating equipment or in charge of training others to use it, understanding and practicing equipment safety helps everyone work safer, faster, and more efficiently on the jobsite. Workplace safety can lead to better overall performance and project profitability, and most importantly, it reduces the risk of injury to you and other workers or damage to the equipment or other property.

Let’s have a look at universal safety guidelines for compact equipment here to minimize the risk of accidents:

To help you avoid injury or death, here are 6 safety tips withreal accident reports to show how accidents have happened on the job and how they can be prevented.

#1 Take Control of Your Own Safety

Skid steer loaders can be dangerous if you do not observe certain safety precautions. Injuries and death are preventable. The most commonly reported causes of serious injury and death using skid steer loaders are:

Crushed by moving parts

Never leave the operator’s station when the engine is running or the lift arms are raised.

Rollover Accidents

When operated improperly, skid steer loaders can overturn, especially handling heavy loads or operating on uneven ground.

#2 Prepare for Safe Operation

Identify and locate safety-related features you must check each day before start-up.

#3 Don’t Get Crushed by Moving Parts

Never operate a skid steer loader from outside the cab.

How To Avoid Being Crushed

Never enter or exit under a raised attachment because it could fall on you.
Never start the engine or operate controls from outside of the cab. The loader or lift arm attachments can move and crush you when the controls are engaged.
Always fasten your safety belt and lower the safety bar when you are in the operator’s seat so you stay securely in the cab, protected from being crushed.
Never climb into or out of the cab while the engine is running. You can be crushed if you bump the controls.
Never lean out of the cab while the engine is running. Keep your head, arms, and legs inside or you can be crushed by moving lift arms or attachments.
Never lift an attachment above a person. Loads can shift or fall out, or the attachment can drop unexpectedly, crushing anyone under it.
Never lift loads so high or roll attachments back so far that material dumps into the cab, landing on you.
Never work under a raised attachment, unless the lift arms are secured in the “up” position using approved lift arm supports. Contact the manufacturer for information if your loader does not have lift arm supports.
Whenever possible, perform maintenance work with the engine off, key removed, parking brake set, wheels blocked and attachments lowered or supported by an approved lift arm support.

#4 Prevent Rollover Accidents

Stay away from steep edges when operating a skid steer loader.

How to avoid Rollover Accidents

Don’t overload the attachment. Check the capacity label, data plate, or operator’s manual for the maximum load limit. Exceeding that limit (RATED OPERATING CAPACITY – ROC) may cause the loader to become unstable and roll over.
Evenly distribute the load on the attachment so the loader doesn’t tip over.
Secure unstable loads so they won’t shift or fall. When securing is necessary, lower the lift arms, shut off the engine, climb out, chain the load in place, climb back in the cab, start the loader and proceed with the job.
Lift loads slowly and evenly to keep the loader stable.
Carry loads close to the ground, yet high enough to clear obstacles. When a load is carried too high, skid steer loaders are more likely to tip. It is especially important to carry the load as low as possible when turning, carrying a heavy load, traveling on a slope, or operating on rough surfaces.
Keep the attachment level while moving lift arms or driving up and down hills, otherwise, the load could shift and make the loader out of balance.
Operate at a speed that is appropriate for conditions so you don’t lose control of the loader.
Operate the controls smoothly to prevent jerking or bucking.
Operate on level, stable surfaces. Load, unload, and turn on solid, level ground.
Drive up and down hills, not across them. Drive slowly on slopes.
Keep the heavy end of the loader pointed uphill. When fully loaded, skid steer loaders should be driven with the load uphill. When unloaded, the rear of the loader is heavier, so the back of an empty loader should be pointed uphill. If you are not sure which end is heaviest because of added attachments, check the operator’s manual.
Do not make sharp turns on hills or the loader may roll over. Stay away from steep hills entirely. The operator’s manual de- fines the maximum slope for your loader.
Avoid holes, large bumps, soft spots, and weak floors. All can make the loader unstable.
If you must cross railroad tracks, ditches, curbs, or similar rough surfaces, cross at an angle and drive slowly.
Stay away from steep edges on loading docks, ramps, ditches, retaining walls, and near trenches; otherwise, you could fall over the edge, or the bank could cave in.

#5 Other Operational Hazards

Deadly accidents involving skid steer loaders are not limited to crushing and rollovers. Other dangers include: running over yourself or others, running into obstacles, traffic accidents, electrocution, and poisoning caused by carbon monoxide, fuels, or fluids.

Steer Clear of Runover Accidents

Wear your safety belt and use the safety bar so you stay safely inside the cab.
Know where your coworkers are. Check all around before moving the loader. Keep other people away while you are operating and never let anyone get close enough to be crushed by unexpected loader movements.
Drive forward when you are on level ground unless the load blocks your view or the attachment is designed to be used with the loader in reverse. When a load blocks your view, either drive in reverse (if the loader is designed so you can see behind) or have a coworker guide you. Work out hand signals in advance. Make sure your coworker stays a safe distance from the loader.
Watch for traffic and pedestrians when crossing or working near roads, driveways, parking lots, building corners, shrubs, trees, and other blind spots. People, animals, and traffic move quickly and may not realize they are in the path of danger. Be aware of your surroundings at all times.
Look in the direction you are driving.
Operate the loader smoothly to maintain control so you don’t injure yourself or others nearby.
Don’t ram the attachment into materials. You might:
- Run into an object hidden by the material.
- Run through the pile and hit someone or something on the other side.
- Lose control of the loader.

Never allow riders. The cab is built for one person and attachments are not for carrying people.
Prevent the loader from moving unexpectedly during maintenance.
- Park on a level surface.
- Lower the attachment(s).
- Place the controls in neutral.
- Set the parking brake.
- Turn the engine off.
- Cycle through the controls to relieve hydraulic pressure.
- Follow safe shut down procedures so controls are locked.
- Block the wheels so that loader will not roll.

Stay Away from Obstacles

Check the work area before you start. Note all potential obstacles–tree branches, pipes, or any object that could come through the cab. Make sure you have adequate clearance through aisles, doorways, and other openings.
Maintain a clear line of sight. Keep the windshield and the back window clean, if the loader has them.
Keep attachments and loads as close to the ground as possible so they don’t block your view.
Use extra caution indoors. Loaders respond quickly to their controls. It’s easy to run into walls, overhead doors, or pipes.

#6 Environmental Hazards

You can become seriously ill or die if you do not take the proper precautions while working in high temperatures and humidity. Heat can reduce physical performance, as well as mental alertness, causing more accidents.

Designed to improve safety and productivity, you can watch the safety videos from Bobcat or Gehl as below:

Skid steer loaders can be dangerous. Safe work habits before, during, and after the operation are important to prevent accidents on the job. At Mayon Machinery, you have been presented with checklists, safety tips, and exercises designed to help you avoid the most commonly reported causes of skid steer loader operation deaths. Contact us today to keep your work experience safe.

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Matching Sweeper/Broom Attachments to Skid Loader

On construction sites, industrial work zones, and municipal jobs, cleanliness is a must, but it’s usually not enough to just brush debris aside. When it’s necessary to collect and dump dust, dirt, and debris, the easy-to-use sweeper/broom attachments gets the job done.

SWEEP, COLLECT AND DUMP DIRT AND OTHER DEBRIS WITH THE SWEEPER/BROOM ATTACHMENT

SKID STEER BROOM & SWEEPER

Landscapers, environmental companies, municipalities, general contractors, professional parking lot cleaners, and airports, all rely on this type of skid steer attachment to maintain the environment and comply with any environmental issues that they might face. To maximize their investment in this increasingly-popular type of equipment, making it a sweeper merits consideration.

We offer different sweeper attachments from Manitou (Gehl/Mustang) and Bobcat to choose from.

BOBCAT SWEEPER ATTACHMENT

During operation, tough, poly bristles flick debris into the sweeper collection bucket – and when it’s full, you can lift, dump and dispose. It does the work of multiple clean-up attachments with optimal bristle-to-surface contact and highly productive efficiency. It’s ideal for site cleanup, daily dust abatement, road construction, airport maintenance, and more.

*Sweeper Attachment on Bobcat Skid Steer Loader*

OPERATIONAL BASICS

The sweeper’s hydraulic motor spins durable bristles mounted to its rotating drum. Powerful flicking action sends dirt and debris flying into the attachment’s collection bucket. Bristles spin in either direction, forward or reverse.

When moving the loader in reverse, you can scrape mud and caked-on debris with the bucket wear edge as you sweep the material into the bucket – similar to sweeping with a hand broom and dustpan. When traveling forward, the bristles send material flying forward against a rubber flap. From there, materials go over the top of the bristles and into the bucket. When forward sweeping, keep the wear edge above the surface for optimum performance and wear edge life.

The five Bobcat sweeper models provide sweeping widths from 44’’ (1118 mm) to 84’’ (2134 mm), with bucket capacities from 0.15 to 0.33 m³ for the collection of debris.

FEATURES

Poly bristles sweep and deposit debris in the sweeper bucket.
Simply dump sweeper bucket when full. No need for multiple cleanup attachments.
Cut through materials with the replaceable and reversible bucket cutting edge.
Effectively operate in forward and reverse.
Ideal for cleaning parking lots, pavements, docks, and warehouses, as well as industrial and recycling facilities, construction and demolition sites, and animal sheds in agriculture.

MANITOU EDGE PICKUP/HOPPER BROOM ATTACHMENT

Broom attachments are selected by the material to be removed and the surface on which the broom is used. The EDGE pickup/hopper broom is a bi-directional collection broom that allows the operator to sweep forward and reverse, and gives excellent performance in milling, material pickup, road maintenance, and job-site cleanup at a cost-effective investment.

*Hopper Broom Attachment on Gehl Skid Loader*

OPERATIONAL BASICS

The EDGE pickup/hopper broom is a single-motor broom and comes in widths ranging from 60” (1524 mm), 72’’ (1829 mm), and 84” (2134 mm).

FEATURES

Ideal for milling, material pickup, parking lots, and road maintenance.
Bi-directional broom operates forward or reverse.
Bolt-on motor now featured with a protection guard.
Quick-change broom sections allow for easy replacement.
A rubber skirt and protecting shroud to keep dirt and debris contained.
Front and side steps for easy access to and from the cab.
Front bumper and no caster wheel allow you to get up close to objects without damaging the broom.

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES

GUTTER BRUSH:

Cleans curbs, alongside buildings and other hard-to-reach areas. Widens the sweeper’s total width by one foot to allow more coverage per pass. Can be raised and stored vertically when not in use.

WATER KIT:

Keeps dust and debris under control when operating in tough environments, with jet nozzles spraying water evenly across a surface. This optional Dust Control Kit on hopper broom attachment includes 25 gals. tank, pump, and nozzles that mounted to top of hopper broom.

WHEEL KIT:

Available as an option for the 84-inch sweeper attachment, the wheel kit protects surfaces such as concrete, cobblestone, and asphalt from scrapes and scratches by suspending the cutting edge of the sweeper during forward travel. Two mounted caster wheels are included in the kit.

BRISTLES:

Ideal for all sweeping conditions, poly bristles provides better flicking action for effective debris removal. Steel bristle and combo bristle (poly and steel) sections are also available for stubborn debris. This option is only available on sweeper attachment.

WATERLESS DUST ABATEMENT:

It has its own filtering system for eliminating potentially large dust clouds, only available on broom attachment. Equipped with a 12V shaker dislodges loose debris from the filter directly into the hopper, unit is combined with hydraulic cylinder and two caster wheels and mounted on the side towards front of the broom. Suitable for example milling, material pickup, parking lot, road maintenance, and job-site cleanup applications, broom feature large industrial dust filter. This unit works well for indoor application cleanup, as it features a “waterless” dust abatement system.

In conclusion, by investing in quality pick-up brooms, you can effectively satisfy this job requirement while simultaneously optimizing the onsite use of skid steers.

The compact equipment specialists at Mayon Machinery have extensive knowledge of all makes of skid steer loaders and their corresponding attachments, and can therefore help you in choosing the right pick-up broom attachments for your respective type or types of work.

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Manitou – Multipurpose Telehandler, Forklift, Skid Loader in the Philippines

Manitou has played a crucial role in increasing the company’s worldwide recognition, supplying a diverse portfolio of products to the mining, construction, agriculture, timber, warehousing, and defense sectors. Manitou designs and manufactures a wide range of forklifts, telehandlers and skid steers loader recognized for their safety, performance, and reliability to meet Philippines customer’s demands.
At Mayon Machinery, quality not only means world-class machinery like Manitou products. When it comes to customer service as well, you can always rely on us, whether it involves commissioning, maintenance and inspection or supply of spare parts.

FIXED TELEHANDLERS

With a range of 6 to 18 meters and a lifting capacity of up to 6 tons, fixed telehandlers have applications in the construction industry as well as agriculture. Manitou offers the most complete product range to meet all of these sectors’ needs. A large number of attachments (bucket, jib, winch, etc.) are available for Manitou telehandlers, enabling them to be used for a broad range of applications.

ROTATING TELEHANDLERS

The rotating telehandlers quite simply allow loads or people to be lifted to heights varying from 14 to 32 meters with a capacity of up to 7 tons, making them the highest-capacity telehandlers in the world. The very broad range of attachments available and the 360° rotation make them the most general-purpose machines for any construction site, including the production of artworks.

ROUGH TERRAIN MASTED FORKLIFT TRUCKS

The rough terrain masted forklift trucks are the ideal product for outdoor applications where stability and maneuverability are essential. With a capacity of 2.6 to 7 tons, they are designed to work on any terrain. These rough terrain forklift trucks are used to transport long, bulky and heavy loads everywhere. Sturdy and simple to use, they are comfortable on the most rugged terrains.

INDUSTRIAL AND SEMI-INDUSTRIAL MASTED FORKLIFT TRUCKS

Manitou designs and develops a wide range of products for use in industrial handling: – semi-industrial masted forklift trucks for use both in outdoor environments on unstable ground (sidewalks, graveled surfaces, etc.) and inside buildings or warehouses, – internal combustion industrial forklift trucks are capable of moving on fully stabilized ground, outdoors, – electric industrial forklift trucks for indoor use.

TRUCK MOUNTED FORKLIFTS

The “Manitransit” forklift trucks are compact forklifts that use telescopic booms or masts aimed at responding to the handling needs of truckers. The days of waiting for a forklift truck to become available before unloading are over. A forklift mounted directly on the truck gives the trucker total autonomy and provides a complete handling service.

Warehousing equipment is for warehouse handling activities. Numerous adaptations allow the equipment to be used for specific purposes.

Skid-steers are highly agile and compact handling products. They are steered by locking the wheels on one side of the machine, allowing them to pivot 360° on the spot. Their small size means they can be used in cluttered environments. These simple, robust machines can be equipped with multiple attachments, enabling them to be used for a wide range of applications. The main businesses using skid-steers are the construction and agricultural sectors, and to a lesser extent, the industrial sector.

Manitou backhoe loaders combine power, the precision of movement, robustness, and high crossing capacity. Equipped with a particularly resistant structure and 4-wheel drive transmission, they assist you in all your excavation, backfilling, digging, and material transport operations. Use their attachment system to change attachments in a few minutes, and get a solution adapted to each problem! Manitou backhoe loaders meet the requirements of construction and agricultural professionals.

Manitou designs a wide selection of aerial work platforms for industrial and construction professionals. Whether a need for all-terrain or industrial, our high-performance aerial work platforms are capable of transporting one or more operators, depending on the model, in optimal conditions of comfort and safety.

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