Long Reach Excavator Booms and Sticks
Extended Reach Excavator Aftermarket Parts – Booms and Stick Arms
This Article Includes
- Increasing Your Profits with Aftermarket Excavator Parts
- Top 10 List of Excavator Manufacturers in the World
- CAT Models 320, 336, & 349
- Long Reach Booms and Sticks by HAWK
Increasing Your Profits with Aftermarket Excavator Parts
With the cost of business continuing to rise, it has become more challenging for a company to maintain their current financial standing, and even tougher to achieve increased profits. To change this overwhelming economic reality, companies must be willing to select options and make choices that have a greater positive financial impact on their organization.
Oftentimes, the logical choice that must be made to realign profits with the company’s financial expectations, is to veer away from those same ol’ big name OEM brands that you purchase out of habit. This is especially true in an industry like construction where the cost of equipment can be so expensive it can force a company’s equipment budget into a downward spiral.
It is understandable that overcoming the illusion of going with big OEM brands can feel somewhat uncomfortable. Especially if you have bought into all the hype that big OEM brands offer greater quality or some other perceived benefit. Breaking this false perception is where an opportunity can be seized to regain those lost profits and achieve a greater return for your organization’s blood, sweat, and tears.
The false reality of big-name brands being better is what gave birth to the aftermarket product provider, and the incredible and countless advantages that can be gained by avoiding the “big brand trap” and using an aftermarket brand. In these challenging economic times, when it comes down to it, achieving greater success is a conscious choice; making the choice to go with an aftermarket company can make the most sense – literally! Especially when it comes to purchasing aftermarket heavy-equipment parts and accessories.
Top 10 List of Excavator Manufacturers in the World
Current as of January 1, 2021
- Volvo CE
- Caterpillar Inc.
- Komatsu
- Doosan
- Hitachi
- JCB
- Liebherr Group
- Deere & Company
- Hyundai Heavy Industries
- Case CE
CAT Models 320, 336, & 349
Caterpillar has a proven track record and can be found on many jobs sites across the world. Considered to be one of the best excavator brands in the world, CAT also comes at a premier cost. CAT models 320, 336, and 349 are some of the most popular excavator models purchased. Combined, over 1,000 of these models are sold each year worldwide.
CAT 320 (22.4 tons) and 336 (36.5 tons) are considered standard-size excavators, and CAT 349 (46.9 tons) is a large size excavator. These models are designed for larger-scale projects and equipped with motors up to 424 horsepower.
The CAT 320 is a bit smaller but can still pack a punch with a 172 horsepower motor. CAT 320 and 336 can be easily transported without disassembly, but CAT 349 does require some disassembly due to the larger size.
The size of the excavator is not a good indicator of the reach or possible digging depth. As a matter of fact, out of these three models, the CAT 336 has the longest digging depth at 26.9 ft., and the overall range of digging depth between the three CAT models is limited to only 4.8 ft.
To increase the profit potential of each of these models, Long Reach Upgrade Packages from HAWK can be purchased to convert your standard reach excavator into a long reach excavator to gain 2X reach.
Long Reach capabilities increase the efficiency of an excavator by reducing the repetitive back-and-forth movement associated with digging and maneuvering the excavator around the job site. This can increase productivity and reduce the expense required to complete each task.
Going with aftermarket excavator parts and long reach systems lowers the cost while increasing production.
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Long Reach Booms and Sticks by HAWK
HAWK Excavator is one of those companies that are confident in going up against the big-name brands for the sake of providing consumers with incredible value and quality at a competitive price. Among the many excavator products that HAWK provides, they also offer Long Reach Upgrade Packages that can be directly bolted onto most of the top-selling excavator brands in the world, including Caterpillar. Excavators are often called the ‘Swiss Army knife’ of the construction industry due to their adaptability.
Quality you can count on, these Long Reach Packages can extend the reach of any standard excavator by as much as 2X greater in reach. They are ideally suited for 10-ton to 40-ton size excavators and larger, and in particular, CAT 320, 336, and 349 models. The HAWK Long Reach Package comes with a Long Reach Boom, Long Reach Arm/Stick, Bucket and Mounting Pins, Hydraulic Cylinders for the arm and bucket, and a bucket cylinder as a key component included in the package. Along with this high-quality offering, the entire assembly is pre-plumbed for hydraulics and a slurry hose. The importance of the front end of the excavator, such as the bucket or blade, is crucial for balance and application-specific configurations. Contractors often buy certain configurations or attachments to optimize efficiency for particular tasks.
They are ideally suited for 10-ton to 40-ton size excavators and larger, and in particular, CAT 320, 336, and 349 models. The HAWK Long Reach Package comes with a Long Reach Boom, Long Reach Arm/Stick, Bucket and Mounting Pins, and Hydraulic Cylinders for the arm and bucket. Along with this high-quality offering, the entire assembly is pre-plumbed for hydraulics and a slurry hose.
A solution for those hard-to-reach places, this Long Reach Upgrade Package provides greater versatility and reduces operating costs by increasing digging depth and reach by up to 50% compared to a standard boom assembly. As an example, a CAT 336 standard reach is about 38-ft., and the HAWK Long Reach Upgrade Package for this model is roughly 70-ft. The length of the arm or stick varies depending on the excavator’s size and application requirements. Constructed with a premium steel plate, Weldox 700 or equivalent, and robotically welded for consistent high-quality, this upgrade package is designed to provide value beyond your expectations. The counterweight plays a significant role in enhancing stability and lifting capacity. The make and types of excavator attachments and modifications are compatible with different machine classes. The HAWK Long Reach Package is a great addition to any standard excavator for deep foundation excavation, industrial demolition, large digging projects, barge unloading, and for any task where a standard boom/stick assembly is not efficient or practical. Excavators are essential equipment for various construction projects such as digging foundations, leveling land, and demolition.
Outfitting an Excavator for Dredging Applications
Adding the Long Reach Package to your excavator, and also including a dredge pump with a cutter head affixed to the end of the stick, can further expand the use of your excavator use. The Long Reach and Dredge Pump combo allow an excavator to be used for dredging applications to remove sentiment and debris in rivers, lakes, canals, harbors, and many other types of waterways.
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Introduction to Excavator Components
Excavators are powerful machines designed for a wide range of heavy-duty applications, from digging and lifting to material handling and demolition. At the heart of every excavator are several essential components: the excavator boom, boom arm, and bucket. These parts work together to perform the core tasks of the machine, with the boom providing the primary reach, the arm extending that reach, and the bucket handling two key tasks: the actual digging and lifting of material. For jobs that require working at greater distances or depths, long reach booms are specifically designed to extend the capabilities of standard excavators, making them the best choice for applications like cleaning ponds, dredging, or reaching over obstacles. When selecting an excavator, it’s important to match the boom configuration—whether standard, long reach, or heavy duty—to the specific needs of your job to ensure optimal performance and efficiency.
Excavator Boom Configurations
Excavator boom configurations come in a variety of types to suit different job requirements and site conditions. Long reach booms are engineered to provide extra length, making them ideal for deep excavation, large-scale digging, and projects where extended reach is necessary. These long reach booms are typically paired with specialized sticks and attachments to maximize their effectiveness. Standard booms, on the other hand, are designed for general-purpose digging and lifting, while heavy duty booms are built to handle tough materials and demanding applications. Leading manufacturers like Caterpillar and Komatsu offer a range of options, allowing operators to choose the right boom configuration based on the model of the machine, the depth and size of the excavation, and the type of material being moved. The choice of boom, stick, and attachments should always be tailored to the specific needs of the job to ensure the best results.
Bucket and Cylinder Components
The bucket and hydraulic cylinder components are vital to the performance of any excavator, especially when using long reach booms. The bucket, attached to the end of the boom arm, is responsible for scooping, carrying, and dumping materials such as soil, gravel, or debris. Hydraulic cylinders provide the power needed to move the boom, arm, and bucket, allowing for precise control during digging and lifting operations. The size and design of the bucket, as well as the strength and capacity of the cylinders, should be matched to the demands of the job and the reach of the boom. Long reach booms often require specially designed buckets and cylinders to handle the increased distance and weight, ensuring that the excavator can perform efficiently and safely in challenging applications.
Aftermarket Support for Long Reach Booms
Aftermarket support for long reach booms is essential for keeping excavators operating at peak performance. Companies like HAWK offer comprehensive long reach boom packages that include a boom stick, stick, bucket, and hydraulic cylinders, all engineered to provide greater reach and digging depth for a variety of excavator models. These aftermarket parts are designed to meet or exceed OEM standards, offering a high-quality, cost-effective solution for popular machines such as the CAT 320, 336, and 349. When considering aftermarket options, it’s important to evaluate the quality of the parts, compatibility with your excavator, and the overall price of the package. Choosing the right aftermarket provider ensures that your long reach boom setup delivers reliable performance and value for your investment.
Maintenance and Repair of Excavator Booms
Proper maintenance and timely repair are crucial for extending the life of your excavator boom, especially when working with long reach booms that experience additional stress due to their length and weight. Regular maintenance tasks include lubricating moving parts, checking for signs of wear or damage, and replacing any worn components with high-quality parts. Using genuine or top-grade aftermarket parts from trusted brands like Caterpillar and Komatsu can help prevent unexpected breakdowns and costly downtime. Many manufacturers also offer maintenance programs, training, and support to help operators and technicians keep their machines in top condition. By following recommended maintenance schedules and addressing repairs promptly, you can ensure your excavator continues to perform safely and efficiently on every job.
How HAWK Excavator Can Help
Considering all of the challenges a construction company faces daily, from project to project, it is critical that your operation be outfitted with the best excavation equipment available.
HAWK Excavator is a Manufacturer of Long Reach Excavator Kits, RTK GPS Position Systems, Amphibious Undercarriages, and Modular Barges. We have decades of experience with heavy-duty excavator equipment to enhance and optimize excavation projects worldwide.
Top Product Upgrades for Excavators
- Long Reach Excavator Kits (Stick & Boom)
- HAWK Vision RTK GPS Positioning Systems
- Amphibious Undercarriages
- Sectional Barges
All HAWK products are simple to install to your excavator to assist with a wide range of excavation, construction, and dredging projects.
The top requested product is a conversion from standard to long reach.
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