From bulldozers to excavators, tracked construction machinery is essential for many projects. However, without proper maintenance, these machines can suffer costly breakdowns and malfunctions that disrupt progress and create safety hazards. That’s why it’s so essential to make preventive maintenance a priority. Preventive maintenance regularly inspects, tests, and services machines to keep them running efficiently…
Excavators are incredibly useful machinery for various construction, mining and agricultural applications. With different sizes, shapes and capabilities, it can be challenging to know which type of excavator is best for the job. In this post, we’ll discuss the eight most common types of excavator and their applications. Crawler Excavators Crawler excavators, also known as…
Your crawler crane has been a staple of the lifting industry for decades, and today, of course, they’re still one of the most reliable and versatile pieces of equipment available. To keep them running in top condition, you need to make sure you’re maintaining the crawler undercarriage. The crawler undercarriage provides a platform; it provides…
If you’re a new excavator operator, you may wonder how to choose the correct bucket teeth for your machine and the task ahead. After all, these teeth make your excavator work, so you want to ensure you get the right fit. This post will cover the basics of choosing the correct bucket teeth for your…
When it comes to construction and heavy machinery, the excavator is a popular choice. It’s used in many applications, including road construction, digging trenches for plumbing, and even excavating archaeological sites. But did you know that one of the best ways to protect the surface of the ground you’re working on is to use rubber…
We all know the importance of proper maintenance when it comes to final drives. Sometimes despite our best efforts, final drives can go wrong. Here, we will look at failure in a final drive to spot it early and take the necessary steps to prevent any further damage. Noise One of the most common signs…
Astrak supply a wide range of rubber tracks for all sorts of tracked machinery. It can be tricky to know which size you need if you’re in the market for a rubber track for your excavator or tracked machine. This guide will help you identify the best size of rubber track for your machine Step…
If you have an excavator, you must keep track of the tension in the tracks; this is where an excavator track adjuster comes in. Track adjusters are essential equipment for keeping your excavator running smoothly. This post will examine how an excavator track adjuster works and why it is necessary. What is an Excavator Track…
A tracked skid steer is an incredibly versatile piece of machinery that offers users a wide range of benefits. From digging and grading to lifting and hauling, there are many ways a skid steer can make your life easier. One of the main benefits of a skid steer is that it can help you complete…
Rubber tracks are an essential component of many types of construction machinery. Like any other component of heavy machinery, rubber tracks require regular maintenance and occasional replacement. Knowing when and how to replace your rubber tracks can help keep your machine running efficiently and safely. Signs of wear on rubber tracks The easiest way to…