Floating hammer brushcutter heads for skid steer loaders
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Operation of Floating-Hammer Brushcutter Heads
Unlike fixed-hammer brushcutter heads, which have the hammers rigidly mounted on a rotor, floating-hammer brushcutter heads have articulated hammers that adapt to the ground surface. This allows the hammers to hit the vegetation uniformly and effectively.
Advantages of Floating-Hammer Brushcutter Heads for Skid Steers
Adaptability to the terrain
The floating-hammer brushcutter heads adapt to the ground surface, enabling uniform and effective brushcutting even on uneven or hilly terrain.
Machine protection
By adapting to the terrain, the floating hammers reduce the impact on the excavator, minimising wear and tear on the machine.
Cutting efficiency
Floating hammers strike vegetation with greater precision, increasing cutting efficiency and reducing energy consumption.
Less vibration
By not being rigidly mounted, floating hammers generate less vibration, which improves operator comfort and reduces fatigue.
Applications of Floating-Hammer Brushcutter Heads
Forestry
For forest clearance, felling of small trees and clearing of sloping or hilly areas.
Infrastructure maintenance
For the removal of weeds and vegetation on power lines, roadsides and railway tracks, especially in areas with slopes or rocks.
Clearing of agricultural areas
For the removal of weeds, bushes and shrubs in agricultural fields and grazing areas, even on uneven terrain.
Land reclamation
For shredding plant waste and preparing land for reforestation or revegetation in sloping or hilly areas.
Choosing a Floating-Hammer Brushcutter Head for Your Skid Steer Loader
When choosing the right floating-hammer brushcutter head, it is important to consider the specific job requirements, ground and vegetation conditions, and the power of the skid steer:
Cutting capacity
The head must have a cutting capacity sufficient for the maximum diameter of the vegetation to be cleared.
Head weight and available flow
The weight of the head must be compatible with the load capacity of the excavator and the available flow must be sufficient to drive the head.
Type of hammers
There are different types of floating hammers with different shapes and materials, depending on the type of vegetation and terrain to be cleared.
Mounting options
The head must be compatible with the skid steer mounting system.