What are rockwheels used for: a simple but complete guide

If you clicked on this article, you are probably unsure on what rockwheels are and how they work. Recent market research showcases a rise in demand for rockwheels, and if you know how rockwheels work, you can likely see why they are becoming an essential tool in the industry. So, if you are a construction company who is eager to get ahead of the curve at understanding everything to do with rockwheels - this will be the perfect guide for you. 

What are rockwheels?

Simply, Rockwheels are quiet and precise excavator attachments. They are engineered to vertically cut, crush, flatten or lower rocks, concrete, asphalt and other hard surfaces with pinpoint accuracy. Due to their intuitive design, rockwheels can excavate materials with minimum mess and noise.

What are rockwheels used for?

Rockwheels are used for a variety of different excavating-related applications due to their versatility. The low level of noise that rockwheels produce make them predominantly used in noise-sensitive and populated areas. The general primary uses of rockwheels are:

• Trenching - Creating precise, narrow trenches in sedimentary rock
• Quarrying - Providing controlled and accurate cuts in quarrying projects
• Scaling - Removing loose material from rock faces for a safer working environment
• Underwater Projects - Rockwheels are excellent at dredging with the same precision and accuracy you can expect with the other applications of rock wheels
• Work above underground utilities - The accuracy of rockwheels make them vital when working above underground utilities like pipes and cable, preventing any damage to critical infrastructure

What rockwheel is best suited for your project?

If you are considering of purchasing a rockwheel for your project, you should consider the size of your project and the proposed area you looking to excavate. Vermeer offers two rockwheels that are both tailored to excavate within a broad range of size.

Our standard rockwheel, for example, caters towards the majority of your projects, offering a max cutting depth of 122cm and a cutting width of 7.6 – 25cm. However, if you are working in a confined area, you should consider a microtrench rockwheel. Our microtrench cuts precisely with a width range of 1.9 – 5.7cm, with a max depth of 40cm.

In conclusion, rockwheels are becoming essential tools in the excavation industry due to their precision, accuracy and versatility. Rockwheels are most essential when minimising noise and disruption are a must. 

If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. 

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