Epiroc Showcases Hydraulic Attachments at NDA Event
Published: 17/6, 2019
Epiroc showcased its powerful hydraulic attachments in the recent National Demolition Association (NDA) Live DEMOlition Event at the Demolition Rockies convention in Colorado. Back by popular demand, the second annual hands-on demonstration event offered attendees the opportunity to test and operate a variety of demolition equipment. Here’s a quick rundown of Epiroc hydraulic attachments featured in the demonstration.
The cleverly angled BP 2050 Bulk Pulverizer, which features optional 360-degree endless hydraulic rotation which allows for optimal positioning and precise handling. The BP 2050 is designed for carriers in the 19t to 30t weight class. Designed for carriers in the 27t to 44t weight class, the CC 3100 U concrete cutter is suitable for practically any kind of primary demolition work. The Universal jaw version is ideal for light- to medium-duty building demolition and heavy-duty industrial demolition.
The HB 2000 Hydraulic Breaker is ideal for primary blast-free rock excavation and secondary rock breaking on construction sites and in quarries, surface and underground mines. It features a robust design making it suitable for the toughest jobs. Equipped with the patented and fully automated Intelligent Protection System (IPS) that provides simple, efficient and economical operation, the HB 2000 is suitable for carriers in 24.5t to 42t weight class. Epiroc’s MG 1500 Multi Grapple is equipped with a powerful hydraulic rotator to ease in picking, sorting and positioning of the material being picked up or set into place. It is designed for carriers in the 17.5t to 26.6t weight class.
Epiroc SB 202 and other hydraulic breakers are well suited for demolishing light concrete structures and asphalt pavements. They come standard with an integrated water port for dust suppression to enhance operator safety and to assist in compliance with the final US silica rule regulations. SB breakers require minimal routine maintenance, which makes them a cost-effective option with minimal downtime. The SB 202 breaker is designed for the 2.5t to 6.5t carrier weight class. Featuring an integrated pressure relief valve to protect against overloads, the SB 702 hydraulic breaker is a great choice for working in confined spaces such as inside buildings, along walls or in narrow trenches. The carrier weight class of the SB 702 is 11t to 18.5t. Epiroc hydraulic attachments are supported by the North American Competence Center in Independence, Ohio. The facility combines a customer center, repair shop and configuration center, and parts and supplies warehouse with a team focused solely on hydraulic attachments to support the U.S. and Canadian attachments market.