Custom Excavator Buckets Built for the Job
Not every excavation job calls for a standard attachment. Machine configuration, operating conditions, dimensions and the intended application can all influence what an excavator bucket or attachment needs to deliver.
EHL designs and fabricates custom excavator buckets and attachments in New Zealand, combining engineering, fabrication and practical application knowledge to develop equipment around the machine and the job.
Our latest project involved a pair of purpose-built excavator buckets for a New Zealand client, demonstrating how a specific requirement can be taken from initial concept through engineering, fabrication and finishing.
Read the full article to see how EHL approaches custom excavator bucket and attachment design.
Introduction
Excavator attachments are not always a one-size-fits-all requirement. Machine configuration, operating conditions and the specific task can all influence the design of the attachment.
At EHL, we combine engineering, fabrication and practical application knowledge to design and manufacture custom excavator buckets and attachments to suit individual customer requirements.
Two Custom Buckets, One Specific Requirement
EHL has recently completed a pair of custom excavator buckets for a New Zealand-based client.
From initial requirements through to fabrication and finishing, the project demonstrates EHL’s ability to take a specific customer requirement and turn it into a purpose-built attachment.
Rather than adapting an off-the-shelf product, custom fabrication provides the opportunity to consider the attachment’s intended use, machine interface, dimensions, structural requirements and practical operation from the outset.
Designed and Fabricated by EHL
EHL’s capabilities extend across the design, engineering and manufacture of excavator attachments, including custom buckets and other specialised equipment.
Our team can work from customer specifications, existing equipment, measurements or application requirements to develop an attachment suited to the job.
This approach allows consideration of factors such as:
- Excavator and attachment interface
- Bucket dimensions and geometry
- Material selection and fabrication
- Structural requirements
- Intended operating application
- Wear and durability considerations
- Custom mounting and attachment requirements
- Finishing and preparation
The result is an attachment designed around the machine and the application, rather than simply selecting the closest standard product.
Custom Attachments When Standard Isn’t Enough
Whether the requirement is a modified bucket, a purpose-built attachment or a completely new design, EHL can provide the engineering and fabrication capability to develop practical equipment for demanding applications.
Have a custom excavator bucket or attachment requirement?
Talk to EHL about your application and let us explore what can be designed and fabricated to suit.
Contact EHL
EHL Group
New Zealand: solutions@ehlsolutions.com | +64 6 755 2412
Australia: solutions@ehlsolutions.com | +61 (0) 421 380 442
Frequently Asked Questions – Custom Excavator Buckets & Attachments
Can EHL design custom excavator buckets?
Yes. EHL designs and manufactures custom excavator buckets to suit specific machine requirements, dimensions, operating conditions and applications. The design can be developed from customer specifications, existing equipment, measurements or application requirements.
What types of excavator attachments can EHL manufacture?
EHL can design and fabricate custom excavator buckets, machine attachments, specialised fabricated equipment and custom mounting arrangements. Requirements can range from modified existing equipment through to purpose-built attachments and new designs.
Why choose a custom excavator bucket instead of a standard bucket?
A custom bucket allows the design to be developed around the excavator, machine interface, dimensions, operating application and structural requirements. This can be useful when a standard off-the-shelf attachment does not adequately meet the requirements of a particular job.
Can EHL manufacture an excavator attachment to suit my machine?
Yes. EHL can consider the excavator and attachment interface, bucket geometry, mounting requirements and application when developing a custom attachment. The objective is to design the equipment around the machine and intended use.
What information does EHL need to design a custom excavator bucket?
Depending on the project, EHL can work from customer specifications, existing equipment, measurements or application requirements. Information about the excavator, attachment interface, required dimensions and intended operating application can help establish the design requirements.
Does EHL fabricate custom excavator attachments in New Zealand?
Yes. EHL designs and fabricates custom excavator buckets and attachments in New Zealand, with engineering, fabrication and finishing capability available through its team.
Can EHL modify an existing excavator bucket or attachment?
Yes. EHL can work with requirements ranging from a modified bucket through to a purpose-built attachment or completely new design, depending on the application and project requirements.
What factors are considered when designing a custom excavator bucket?
Key considerations can include:
- Excavator and attachment interface
- Bucket dimensions and geometry
- Material selection and fabrication
- Structural requirements
- Intended operating application
- Wear and durability considerations
- Custom mounting requirements
- Finishing and preparation
Can EHL design attachments for specialised applications?
Yes. EHL can develop application-specific excavator attachments and fabricated equipment where a standard product does not adequately meet the requirements. The design process considers the intended use and practical operating requirements.
Where does EHL provide custom excavator bucket and attachment services?
EHL provides custom excavator bucket and attachment design and fabrication from New Zealand, working with customers on application-specific equipment requirements.
How do I discuss a custom excavator bucket or attachment with EHL?
Customers can contact EHL with their excavator attachment requirements, specifications, measurements or application details. EHL can then assess the requirement and determine what can be designed and fabricated.
EHL Group – New Zealand
solutions@ehlsolutions.com
+64 6 755 2412
EHL Group – Australia
solutions@ehlsolutions.com
+61 (0) 421 380 442
