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Heavy equipment review
P
ort Industries is
a family-owned
business that
provides Hydramaxx
rubber-tyred wheel trenchers,
chain trenchers, tracked wheel,
and self-contained plows. The
company focuses on engineering,
design, manufacturing, sales, distribution,
and service. In addition, Port Industries
provides used machines, rent-to-
purchase options, GPS/laser equipment,
and parts. Located in Palmyra, Missouri
(US), Port Industries manufactures equipment
that is used for pipelaying, agricultural/sports-turf
drainage, wind farm collection systems, and solar
cable installation.
Port Industries manufactures Hydramaxx chain,
wheel and plow machines as well as specialised
equipment requested by customers for specific jobs. One
of the many specialised industries that the company works
with is the pipeline industry. Each job varies depending
on the digging depth, digging width, and soil type that is
being trenched through. Pipeline jobs can be rough and
unpredictable, therefore making sure the right equipment
is on the job is a key factor in the overall success of the
project. Port Industries has worked with many pipeline
companies to ensure they have the right equipment for the
job.
Port Industries is able to offer customers a
specialised machine, designed with customer input
to ensure that the specific needs and requirements
of each job are met. One of the machine options
offered by the company is a 2720 or 2620 wheel
machine that comes standard with 7 ft 3 in.
digging depth and 16 in. - 40 in. digging
width. In order to save time and money, the
company builds the same machines with a
detachable digging unit. This allows the
digging wheels to be interchanged in a
matter of minutes, to easily adjust for
different pipe sizes.
The Hydramaxx 2520 chain
machine comes standard with 7 ft
digging depth and 11.5 in. wide
cut, but can be personalised
to dig as deep as 11 ft
and 28 in. wide. Like most of
Port Industries’ machines,
the cab has been
redesigned to allow
for more space, with
operator entrances
from both the left and right sides, as well as mirrors and
multiple camera options to provide improved visibility
around the machine.
Port Industries has also built wheel attachments to
fit other trenchers. Most recently, the company designed
and manufactured a wheel capable of digging 10 ft deep
and 6 ft wide. This wheel was built specifically to mount
on a separate tractor unit. Port Industries also provides
special style teeth, rooter bands, cutters, and buckets to
accommodate most digging conditions.
For over 50 years, Port Industries has and will continue
to focus on design, manufacturing, distributing, and the
needs and expectations of its customers. The company is
always looking for ways to improve, whether it be through
technology, jobsite feedback, equipment, or other methods.
PORT INDUSTRIES,
USA
Hydramaxx 2520 chain machine installing HDPE pipe in
California (US).
Hydramaxx 2810 wheel installing 24 in.
pipe.
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