Selecting modern construction equipment and their role

WHILE selecting the type of construction equipment to employ, one must consider the nature of work involved. For instance in Dam construction, the required machines would be dozers, excavators and wheel loaders, while in road construction one would require compactors motor graders and backhoe loaders among others. I addition, the size of the project must be put into consideration. For instance incase of a new road construction, one would require a powerful 140H Motor grader because it can rip more virgin ground compared to 120h which is more suitable for maintenance work. In the highly competitive demolition field, a contractor is most concerned with machine versatility, durability and dependability. All machines working at site are often needed to perform multiple tasks. Various work tools properly applied are the key to success. According to one automobile technician, James Kasmir, as far as durability and reliability is concerned, machines and work tool designs must afford the maximum time when utilized in har5sh environments. With this information in mind, selecting among the variety of wheel loaders, skid steers and backhoe loaders available, should be a bit easier though each machine offers different strength that may be more suitable for a given job.

Motor graders are construction equipment used for clearing weeds wherever it's has been proposed for a roiad construction. Hence they are specialized in road construction purposes.

Designed diesel engine module is the latest technological invention in the construction sector. This provides engine response and fuel efficiency and also helps in reducing emission in the environment. According to one Sales Engineer Mr. Praveen of the Hyundai East Africa limited, a leading supplier of modern construction equipment in the country, this technology is only found in caterpillar products and have earned the company the highest environmental order in Europe and developed countries. According to him, on the inception of these technologies, customers were hesitant to buy machines with many electronics as they were afraid of the maintenance of the machines, but with time they have come to appreciate the benefit of these new technologies. Some food handling companies are meeting some emission standards as a requirement. Trouble shooting of electronic machines is much faster compared to manual equipments which have made customers prefer equipment with the current technological inventions. Electronic technician is one of the equipments used in maintenance which is able to troubleshoot any technicalities in the engine. The manufacturer recommends maintenance of equipments after the recommended period is reached for service. For instance, after 250 hours it’s recommended to service equipment through inspection that determines the state of the machine. Following regular inspection, one is advised on prevention actions to take to prevent future breakdowns.

Caterpillars are also powerful construction equipment

Failure to adhere with proper maintenance intervals and procedures may result in diminished performance of the product and or accelerated wear of components. Some of the challenges facing the sector includes the high initial cost especially when the economy is not good, hence most companies or individuals cannot afford to purchase the right equipment. Unfair competitions from inferior products being sold at throw away prices without support. To deal with the above challenges, respective governments should set standards for the type of equipment to be used by contractors undertaking funded government projects. Creating awareness of the range of equipments and support available in the region and what value they bring.