Selecting the right track for your excavator, skid steer or other tracked machinery can be daunting. Should you use the traditional steel track or opt for a rubber one? It’s essential to make the right decision to get the most out of your vehicle and keep it running smoothly over the long haul. The Pros…
Astrak has seen rapid growth in recent years and now employs over 100 people. Developing the skills of our employees is essential if the company is to continue to grow and evolve. John Wyllie, Group Operations Manager for Astrak reached out to the Skills for Growth service from Skills Development Scotland (SDS) for assistance in…
Vögele mini pavers are hard-working machines. Designed both for repair work and for the construction of bicycle paths, footpaths, farm tracks, minor roads, car parks and sports grounds & courts. They fill trenches, they pave surfaces in halls or public areas and can be used in landscaping projects. Each of the two tracks on this…
A demolition robot is a remarkable piece of engineering It looks like an excavator but is designed, as the name implies, for demolition, not excavation. The key difference is that demolition robots carry more extensive tools – breakers and crushers – and employ much more power than excavators. With a wide range of models and attachments…
Astrak UK have donated boxes of shortbread to the Salvation Army. The Kirkcaldy based company are changing the contents of their famous yellow tins (which are sent with every order) and were looking for a worthwhile cause in which to donate some of the hand baked Scottish shortbread. The Salvation Army works throughout the year…
Astrak recently expanded upon our range of spare parts for construction machinery to include an extensive range of heavy duty final drives. A final drive is composed of a reduction gear, hydraulic motor, parking brake, and other components and it is responsible in driving the excavator or crane forward or backward and they are widely…
Identifying wear early can save you time and money. Our expert team can perform a free comprehensive track inspection of your excavator or dozer anywhere across the UK. We can advise you on exactly what your machine needs to bring it back to optimal performance and schedule and process your requirements in the quickest timeframe…
Astrak Group would like to say a massive thank you to our warehouse, workshop and logistics teams at our head office facility in Kirkcaldy, Fife. Working closely together they are undoubtedly the “engine” of the Astrak machine. A machine that would grind to a halt without their tireless dedication and commitment. In 2022 the team…
As temperatures start to dip and winter weather sets in, it’s essential to remember the specific needs of tracked machinery. Cold weather can affect the performance and efficiency of tracked machinery, so it’s important to take the necessary steps to optimise it. Here are our tips for doing just that: Pay Attention to Battery Life…
Bauma is one of the world’s most important events for the tracked machinery industry. You will find all the key manufacturers, innovative new products and decision makers – all in one place. Astrak will also be present at the event and we would like to meet and share with you all the latest products and…