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This Is How We Roll: Dynapac and HAMM Rollers

This Is How We Roll: Dynapac and HAMM Rollers

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Dynapac is one of KEE Hire’s preferred suppliers of compaction rollers.

The Swedish company supplies the largest amount of compaction equipment worldwide. Their rollers are designed using superior technology with operator comfort at the top of their agenda. They also have Australian-wide service and support, which is critical for any hire company.

KEE Hire also love their HAMM rollers. HAMM, the oldest manufacturer of road-building machines in the world, started production in 1878. They were the pioneers of the industry.

“The quality of a German machine cannot be beaten”, said our director, Clayton Spiers. “They are known for their incredible ergonomic design, fuel efficiency, and they have the best oscillation technology in the world”.

Clayton was fortunate enough to be invited to the HAMM factory in Tirschenreuth, Germany. “It was inspiring”, he said, “they have the most technologically advanced machine assembly line in the world, it was meticulously clean, highly organised and the energy was dynamic. The workshop was state-of-the-art, almost futuristic.”

How to Pick the Right Roller for Your Project

What sets a genuinely superior roller apart from the rest, is advanced technology. The machines should be ergonomically designed, provide superb fuel efficiency, and quite simply, be of world-class quality. This is why KEE Hire uses Dynapac and HAMM.

To select the appropriate roller, consider the following factors:

Efficient compacting requires a machine that can complete the job in just a few passes and minimal overlap. A small double-drum pedestrian roller with rammers and vibrating plates are ideal for compacting narrow spaces.

Selecting a road roller also means taking a closer look at the duration of the project and how often you’ll need it. Compaction rollers make for a trustworthy addition to your fleet of road-repair equipment.

Oscillation rollers are the number one choice for metro or residential sites. The technology employed in an oscillator means there will be zero vibration, so the foundations of buildings and underground service areas such as water mains and electrical cables, will not be affected.

To select a roller that best suits your construction needs, it is a good idea to know about each type and its benefits.

Dynapac Products

  1. Single-Drum Vibratory Rollers
    Dynapac’s range of vibratory rollers is most suitable for road, airfields, harbours, and dam construction projects, able to compact all types of soil except rockfill. For cohesive soils, a vibratory roller with a padfoot drum will typically do the trick.
  2. Double-Drum Vibratory Rollers
    Dynapac offers a full range of double-drum asphalt rollers, that can be used in both compact spaces and larger sites. Its high-performing maneuverability, operator ergonomics, and safety are thanks to its vibration-dampened platforms, swivel seats, and logically sorted controls.
  3. Combi Rollers
    Dynapac’s combi rollers minimise the risk of damaging newly laid asphalt compound. As they are equipped with four rubber tyres at the rear, the rubber ensures a denser and smoother surface.
  4. Steel Drum Rollers
    The Dynapac CS1400 is the ideal modern steel drum roller, covering the asphalt mat with its full width. It’s suitable for medium and large-size projects in areas close to old buildings and on bridges, where the ground mustn’t vibrate.
  5. Pneumatic Rollers
    Dynapac has no shortage of pneumatic tyred rollers. They are high-performing, simple, and versatile in their ability to compact asphalt for sealing purposes. The CP1200, in particular, boasts a modular ballast system that allows operators exact visual control over wheel loads.
  6. Tamping Compactor
    The Dynapac CT3000 tamping compactor, with an operating weight of 22 tons, can efficiently achieve specified densities on both cohesive and semi-cohesive soils. It has an average production capacity of 900 cubic metres an hour and can supplement highway, dam, and airport runway projects.

HAMM Products

  1. Compactors
    HAMM’s articulated soil compactors range 5 to 25-t for soil and landfill compaction, with smooth, padfoot, VIO (vibration and oscillation), and VC (vibration crusher) drums.
  2. Tandem Rollers
    HAMM’s broad range of machines is appropriate for any application. Its double-vibration rollers (VV), VO rollers, combination rollers (VT, VT-S, OT), vibration rollers with split drums (VV-S), and the like suit all markets.
  3. Pneumatic Tyre Rollers
    HAMM’s pneumatic tyre rollers come in operating weights between 8 and 28-t for every type of market. They are easy to incorporate into earthwork and asphalt construction.

Conclusion

High-performing rollers will undoubtedly require less effort to achieve your construction goals. They will also give you peace of mind for the safety of your field service mechanics. The reason why our clients choose our Dynapac and HAMM rollers is that they know that these brands are leading the industry.

At KEE Hire, our trained operators and field support make for your ideal compaction hire. Our fleet of heavy plant machinery is versatile and available to rent; wet hire or dry hire. We pride ourselves on a unique and synergistic structure. We are available 24/7.

The Benefits and Value of the Volvo Excavator

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Some people love Fords, some love Holdens, some would prefer a Porsche, over an Audi. KEE Group understand that people have different tastes and different ideas of perfection. That is why they feel so strongly about giving their customers choice.

When it comes to hiring excavators, KEE Group has the ability to supply a huge array of different machines and buckets, all in various sizes and designs to best suit their customers needs. But their excavators are not all from the same family. Their fleet boasts four different brands. This is because each and every client and operator has different personal preferences; everyone loves a choice!

KEE Hire can supply top of the range Case, Caterpillar, Komatsu and Volvo excavators. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of the Volvo excavator.

With a brand like Volvo, the latest innovations and technologies are just within reach. Boasting better fuel economy, improved safety mechanisms, and unmatched productivity, no operator will choose to look over its autonomous vehicles.

Dry hire or wet hire, it pays to take note of the following factors that weigh into your equipment choices.

1. Digging Depth

Each project will fall into a specific depth category. When shopping for equipment hire, consider whether your project will require more reach. If so, you may be better off renting larger equipment on a case-to-case basis.

2. Lifting Capacity

As you would expect, larger project equipment will be capable of lifting heavier materials. Standard or large excavators with hydraulic capabilities will typically suffice.

3. Budget

If you’re working within a tight budget, it can be tempting to opt for a smaller excavator—but it won’t necessarily pay off in the long run. If you’re taking more time for each dig to accommodate a small excavator’s limited capabilities, foot the bill for a larger one.

4. Site Conditions

Take note of whether you’ll need to dig in multiple locations in a compact space. If you need a larger excavator, note whether you can store and transport it efficiently.

5. Counterweight Options

Power alone doesn’t dictate lifting capacity. Excavators need to be equipped with an adequate counterweight to anchor the labour of the lift.

6. Bucket Capacity

Beyond the size of the machine, whatever you’re lifting should fit into the excavator bucket.

7. Hydraulic Attachments

Think about what tools your project requires. Will you need multiple attachments or be lifting weightier objects? If so, select hire equipment with a hydraulics system.

Volvo D16 Engine – Large

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A high-quality engine, the Volvo D16 offers 11% increased horsepower to work for extended periods at greater fuel efficiency. Its features include:

  • A more powerful digging force that reduces cycle times, getting the job done faster
  • A heavy-duty boom and arm that boosts reliability and machine uptime
  • Attachments such as hard-wearing buckets

Volvo EC140E – Medium

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Promising superior efficiency, the Volvo EC140E produces maximum uptime. It also incorporates the latest fuel efficiency technology, reducing harmful emissions and consumption while increasing productivity. Its features include:

  • An ergonomically positioned interface that provides ultimate user control
  • Silicone caulking to prevent rust, waterproof harnesses, and bolted-on protection
  • Compatibility with a vast range of attachments
  • Convenient and safe access with guardrails and a wide compartment door
  • Hydraulics that match engine power to prevent loss and improve controllability

Volvo ECR58D – Compact

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Stable, robust, and low on fuel consumption, the Volvo ECR58D comes with a state-of-the-art hydraulics system that is suitable for road construction, utilities, and landscaping. Its features include:

  • A fast-responding and smooth-to-operate hydraulics system
  • A slim-pillar and large-window cab that offers all-around visibility
  • Accessible service checkpoints and grouped filters
  • A Stage IIIA engine that delivers top-notch performance
  • A heavy counterweight and durable undercarriage to create superior stability and the ability to lift heavier loads

Conclusion

Selecting the appropriate construction plant hire isn’t just about excavator size. Specifics will play into your decision and dictate the outcome of your project. Volvo excavators are on the top of the equipment food-chain and a have a unique lifting method that shouldn’t be overlooked.

At KEE Group, our large and mini excavators are among the most popular for plant hires in Perth. Our high-ranking capabilities and full-service provisions offer competitive pricing and incomparable potential.

5 Common Areas Where a Water Truck Is Used: What to Know

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From its importance in construction to its applications in the mining industry, a water truck has a crucial part to play in the earthmoving business. If you are running a site in Australia, the chances are that your business will need to invest in one, or hire one from a reputable provider.

A water truck, which is designed with a huge tank on the back to store large volumes of water, can be used for water delivery, water haulage, landscape watering, compaction watering, and dust suppression, among others.

As it is a vehicle designed to carry a moving load (rather than solid), it has a specifically designed tank subframe and chassis. They can be built with front, side, or rear sprays and come with various pump options, hose reels, fill points and outlets.

Water is constantly required in road construction to assist with soil compaction and unsealed roads need regular spraying to prevent dust issues.

In this article, we’ll cover five common fields or areas where a water truck is usually required:

1. Construction and mining

When it comes to construction and mining, a water truck can be extremely useful. This is because it stops the dust from rising and spreading in a large-scale construction or mining operation. Not only is dust disruptive to machinery, but it can also be detrimental to the workers’ health. For this reason, a water truck is used to suppress the dust from being scattered during the construction phase.

2. Farming

A water cart is beneficial in farming where it is specifically used for irrigation. It is all the more needed during a drought when crops are dying. The truck is usually driven around the arid fields to supply the crops with water until the dry spell is over. Many farmers and farming communities have these trucks readily available for use when needed, especially during rain shortages.

3. Fire fighting

Water trucks can be a life-saver when it comes to fighting fires. With an enormous supply of water stored in the tank, the water cart can supply water to fire trucks. and help put out the fire before severe damage is done. Water Trucks are used both proactively and reactively in firefighting. It is all the more needed in rural areas where fire hydrants and water sources are not readily available.

4. Emergency water supply

The truck can also be used during an emergency situation, such as when communities are impacted with no safe water supply during a natural disaster such as a flood, storm, or earthquake. Frontline workers typically use this truck to provide water for the public to rehabilitate the community.

5. Residential usage

In some cases, bulk water delivery companies make use of this truck to carry large volumes of water to deliver to homeowners. For instance, you may contact such a company if you need to fill your swimming pool with water or if you have a large property, you may use a water truck to spray your land. This vehicle can also be used for residential areas under drought control or those domestic properties with untreated well water.

Conclusion

Whether for farming, construction, mining, firefighting, emergency water supply, or residential use, hiring a water truck could very well be crucial for your site.

Be sure to invest in a robust vehicle from a trusted and highly reliable supplier. Also, remember to set safety measures in place for running and operating the truck.

If you are looking for reliable water trucks for hire in Perth, KEE Hire is a great place to start. We’re Australia’s leading civil and mining support and equipment service provider that focuses on hiring, transport, surfacing, and fuel services. KEE Hire purchased two robust Isuzu water carts in August 2020. You’ll benefit from the powerful performance and sturdy design of Isuzu; the comfortable cab and ergonomic layout will boost productivity for your site. If you’re specifically looking for a versatile water truck for your job, get in touch with us today to see how we can help!

Using Equipment During the Pandemic – Buy it or Rent It

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During uncertain times, businesses coping with an unstable future are juggling between whether to buy or rent their equipment. With less work on, fewer employees available to conduct and oversee major tasks, and the need to diversify, hiring your equipment may be your most cost-effective option. To retain your ability to conduct business, it’s important to understand the benefits that come with renting advanced equipment instead of buying it.

The Impact of Uncertain Times

Whether amidst a pandemic, natural disaster, economic crisis, or just through factors that are out of your control, businesses will have to adjust to new conditions. Working against the pandemic has made it difficult to oversee a full staff and acquire new clients.

With less cash available, businesses need to direct their efforts towards saving should operations dry up. As such, processing major investments and getting locked into long-term payment plans over new equipment is something you should avoid.

Why You Should Consider Renting Over Buying

The most obvious advantage of renting equipment during times of crisis is the ability to stay within your budget. Here are a few reasons why you might consider renting equipment instead:

1. No Capital Investment
Purchasing a piece of equipment doesn’t only force you to commit to a large sum of money—it also hurts your savings if you’re not going to need it the following months or year. If you’re experiencing a loss of business, you may not even have the ability to shoulder a down payment in the first place.

2. No Need to Pay for Maintenance or Repairs
Without the risk of unexpected repairs or need to cover part replacements, working with a dealer who can mitigate maintenance procedures for you can help your business stay within its budget. In most cases, you won’t even have to pay technicians who are already equipped with replacement parts or allocate staff from your workforce to oversee their duties.

3. More Flexibility
To make ends meet, you may need to diversify services or work with clients you normally wouldn’t collaborate with. If you’ve invested capital in specialised equipment without the proper means to run them, it can be difficult to branch out your services.

With rental equipment, you can easily swap out machines to meet specific client demands. No longer need your road dryer? Just return it. Have no use for your heavy earth-moving machinery? Retire it.

4. Fleet Minimisation
If you’ve purchased a machine that isn’t getting regular use, you may be spending more than you need to on storage, transportation, maintenance, fuel, and disposal costs. By keeping your fleet lean, you can make good use of equipment that you may only need once or twice.

5. Better Technology
To keep up with an ever-changing environment, equipment hires outfit their machines with the latest technology and features. Instead of purchasing these costly add-ons yourself, a high-quality hire can provide it to you instead.

Conclusion

With less cash available in your business pocket, paying a hefty sum for a piece of equipment you aren’t sure you’ll need in the foreseeable future will only hurt your operations. Without the need to perform regular maintenance and repairs or find ways to store a machine, rental equipment is the way to go.

At KEE Hire, we pride ourselves on being the most reliable machinery hire company in Perth. Whatever you may need for your civil, mining, or infrastructure project, KEE Hire can provide at the drop of a hat. Included in the hire, we offer full maintenance provision and a knowledgeable coordinator at your service 24/7.

2 Considerations When Hiring a Loader for Your Construction Site

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In any construction worksite, no operation is effective without a complete set of heavy-plant equipment that is well-maintained and up-to-par with industry standards.

One of the most significant pieces of equipment to hire for any construction site is a wheel loader.

Wheel loaders (which are also known as front-end loaders) come in large, medium, and small sizes and can be used for many different jobs. Wheel loaders, which are a type of tractor, can be used for building roads, preparing job sites, digging, removing rubble, carrying and moving materials, and loading trucks. Some people may believe an excavator can do the same job, however wheel loaders have rear and front axels, enabling them to hold enormous amounts of weight, far more than an excavator.

There are many different types of loaders available. The four main types available are Integrated IT Loaders, Backhoe Loaders, Skid Steer Loaders, and a wide range of construction and mining front-end loaders.

Wheel loaders are commonly associated with the construction industry and the growing contracting market, including landscaping, building, and shires. However, larger wheel loaders are mainly used in the quarry and mining areas.

The importance of a loader in modern construction sites:

As innocuous as these machines may seem, loaders are the workhorses of any worksite because of how they elevate the overall productivity of daily operations.

Whether you’re moving earth or working on asphalt, construction-grade loaders are needed to keep operations running smoothly and productively by supplementing processes with necessary materials. Regardless if it’s a mining operation, wide-scale construction area, or a forestry project, hiring yourself a loader is a wise decision you’ll thank yourself for.

Fortunately, choosing the best loader for your site’s needs doesn’t have to mean spending a fortune on one piece of equipment. With the help of a dependable hiring company—such as Australia’s KEE Group—you can find the right option at a competitive monthly rate without having to worry about high costs of ownership and maintenance.

A few crucial factors to look for before hiring:

Perhaps the most difficult part of hiring a new construction-grade loader is narrowing all the options down. Fortunately, looking through all the possibilities in Port Hedland, Albany, and Perth doesn’t have to be complicated.

Out of all the different aspects to keep in mind when searching around for a wheel loader for your construction-related requirements, none are far more important than:

  1. Bucket load capacity
  2. Size and maneuverability of machine on site.

These two factors are a must-consider when searching for hiring a wheel-loader. If you aren’t sure of what to watch out for, then it’s advisable to work with an experienced hire co-ordinator. Our friendly team at KEE Hire will gladly help you to get familiar with the specifics of our wheel loader fleet and will be more than happy to assist with any queries.

At present, KEE Hire has the following loader options available:

  • Integrated Tool Carrier 12T
  • Integrated Tool Carrier 13.7T
  • Wheel Loader 1.5 – 2.5m3 bucket capacity
  • Wheel Loader 2.5 – 3.5m3 bucket capacity – 950
  • Wheel Loader 3.5 – 4.5m3 bucket capacity – 966G
  • Wheel Loader 4.5 – 5.5m3 bucket capacity – 980G
  • Wheel Loader 962 with forks and bucket
  • *Load rite/ Loadmaster fitted to some machines
  • *Tool carriers come with forks, jib & bucket
  • *Tool carriers also have crane lock valves fitted

Conclusion

No matter the operational nature of your construction site, the enormous amount of digging and earth moving a well-maintained loader can deliver is something you will be glad to have in your armoury. With the help of this guide, you’ll be able to find the best loader for your business’s needs in no time and ensure that your money’s headed in the right place!

Don’t spend a fortune on your loader-related needs, opt for our loaders for hire in Perth and other equipment rental services, which automatically come with real 24/7 field support and full-service provision at a competitive price. Get in touch with us today to see how we can help.

A Miner’s Guide to Water Trucks: Why They Matter and How You Can Use Them

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From timeline management to the quality check procedures, to hiring the right team, the enormity of details one must consider in any mining operation is astounding. Beyond practices and logistical systems, the success of any mining operation significantly depends on the equipment that is used to make everything happen.

From mine-spec vehicles to load management equipment, there’s no denying that the capabilities of a mine and what it achieves is formed by the quality of heavy-plant equipment within it. Amongst these different moving parts, however, there’s one that plays an even bigger role in success than one may expect: the water truck.

Water trucks sometimes referred to as water carts, are a vital part of the construction, mining and civil operations. They are often used for dust control, compaction, civil and major road building and can also be used for fire prevention and controls.

KEE Hire has a wide range of water carts and trucks for hire, varying from 14,000-litre 6×4 units to Moxy Articulated Trucks which hold up to 30,000 litres. A 6 x 4 water truck’s spray can make it easier to compact into a surface, which is critical for road construction projects. Contractors use a water cart in tandem with a grader or roller to achieve a smooth and compact surface. 20,000-litre dinosaurs are often used for off-road and agricultural work. The bigger end 40,000 litre articulated dump-truck mounted units are primarily used on mine sites in a varying range of roles- from dust suppression, to haul road maintenance through to open-pit hydration work, as well as water haulage.

The importance of water trucks in your mine:

Water trucks play a crucial role in both small-scale and larger mining operations. These vehicles comprise of four crucial parts that allow them to perform specific tasks, namely:

  1. Special water tanks that are built and reinforced according to particular specifications so that they can carry up to 36,000 litres of water in a single trip.
  2. A custom chassis design that allows them to get around the rugged terrain of a mine with ease.
  3. Custom-spec pumping equipment that’s built to meet the needs of specific tasks.
  4. Mounting apparatus that make it far easier to carry out key functions.

As opposed to traditional trucks which can be used for more generic tasks, water trucks are purpose-specific. That means that they can’t be used for anything other than supplying water for specific tasks. This specialised vehicle, thanks to its functionality, helps dozens of mines all over Australia.

Where can these vehicles be used?

While many tasks on a mine call for the use of extensive amounts of water, there are a few common purposes that stand out above all else and require the use of the vehicle in question. If you’ve been meaning to invest in a water truck for your mine but are unsure of how the investment can be justified, here are a just a couple of applications where the water cart is a stand-out piece of heavy plant:

1. Road construction: As opposed to standard processes which wholly relied on unnecessary amounts of labour, water trucks make it far easier and faster to construct roads because they effectively compact any terrain into an even surface. In unison with a compaction roller or grader, the truck helps ensure that an effortlessly even and smooth finish is achieved every single time.

2. Dust suppression: What makes mines in Australia so dependent on the use of water trucks is that the country’s dusty and dry outback creates various unique challenges that need water—especially in the case of dust control. Through the help of a well-equipped truck however, you can easily manage the excessive amounts of dust because it can be used to soak the dry earth. KEE noticed the dust issues in particular when they started their branch up in Port Hedland. The amount of dust in the Pilbara can make a working environment almost unbearable, which is why at our KEE Port Hedland yard we use our water cart twice a day, just to keep the working area clean and dust-free for our mechanics.

Conclusion

Among all the different tools that you can use in a mine, a water truck presents a great significance when it comes to ensuring that everything runs smoothly in a day’s work. With the help of a dependable truck, you can ensure that you and your workers can avoid unwanted problems or inefficiencies by having a steady supply of water on standby when you need it most.

When it comes to providing your operations with the right equipment, you can get maximum success without having to spend a fortune by getting our water trucks for hire in Perth and other equipment rental services at the right price. Get in touch with us today to see how we can help!

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