Maintenance Shop: Keep on trenchin’
Trenchers are an important part of an irrigation crew’s arsenal. Irrigation experts share how to keep them running smoothly. read more
John Deere rolls out 2 new trencher models
John Deere debuted two new trencher models, the TC36 and TC48. They're compatible with John Deere's skid-steers and compact track loaders. read more
Digging into trencher safety
Take advantage of certified training. “Proper equipment training is one of the best ways to extend the lifetime of your machine, and more importantly, keep operators and crews safe,” says Brian Grim, Ditch Witch product training and development manager. He recommends opportunities for education through associations, certified training through equipment manufacturers and online walk-behind trencher training. For example, many companies... read more
Experts’ Tips: Trenchers
Trenchers come in many varieties. Knowing which is right for you depends on three things: project type, project scope and productivity. “We categorize our trenching equipment by small, medium and large,” says Michael Hatcher, president of Michael Hatcher & Associates in Olive Branch, Miss. “Each category has helped us gain a competitive advantage on different projects and at different points... read more
Small trenchers and augers
Earth movers like trenchers and augers can be used for endless design/build tasks. But as equipment manufacturers can attest, landscapers increasingly want land movers with a smaller footprint and more maneuverability for smaller jobs. “For the last five years, we’ve been pressured to make things that are smaller in size, no more than 48 inches in width, that will be... read more
Advice for choosing the right trencher
Irrigation experts offer up their advice for how irrigation professionals can select the appropriate trencher for irrigation jobs. read more
