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When it comes to compact equipment, these attachments will make sure you get the most bang for your buck.

JCB Standard-Duty Brush Cutter

The pitch: Available in standard and high-flow models, JCB’s new standard-duty brush cutter is one of more than 30 attachment families available for the company’s skid-steer and compact track loaders.

  • Designed to clear light to medium density brush and hardwoods up to 4 inch in diameter, the brush cutter is good for roadside maintenance, right of way clearing, site preparation and trail maintenance.
  • Dual pressure relief on the hydraulic motor protects against pressure spikes that could potentially damage the drive system.
  • Bi-directional cutting blades allow operators to cut in both directions and reduce maintenance costs.

For more information: Jcbna.com

Black Splitter S2X 800

The pitch: The Black Splitter S2X 800 is a hydraulic wood splitting attachment that enables an operator to handle and split large timber without leaving the cab of a construction machine.

  • Features a 245-millimeter rotating threaded chromium-steel cone with replaceable tip, available in two designs.
  • The rotating cone can be used to maneuver and position individual logs before and after splitting from the operator’s cab.
  • The S2X 800 can be used in numerous industries around the world including firewood and wood fuel production, biomass harvesting, forestry, land clearing and landscaping.

For more information:

Blacksplitternj.com

Bobcat Depth Check System

The pitch: The new Bobcat Depth Check grade control system is available for use with E32, E32i, E35, E35i, E42, E45, E50 and E55 models, with either standard or long-arm iterations.

  • The system can be calibrated to a specific machine as well as its corresponding attachments up to five buckets.
  • The Depth Check system has an accuracy of plus/minus 0.5 inch.
  • An audible alert can be turned on or off to help indicate how close the Bobcat excavator operator is to the desired target.

For more information:

bobcat.com

SnowEx Mini Pro 575

The pitch: The Mini Pro 575 Tailgate Spreader is designed to be an option for both large and small snow and ice control contractors.

  • Intended for spreading salt, sand and de-icing materials on roads, driveways, parking lots and recreational paths, the Mini Pro 575 comes standard with a receiver hitch mount.
  • The Mini Pro 575 features a modular steel frame with a high-density polymer, UV-protected material hopper.
  • Designed to carry up to 350 pounds of salt, sand or de-icing material, the Mini Pro 575 is recommended for use with utility vehicles, compact pickups, sport utility vehicles, ½-ton pickups, small- to mid-size tractors and skid-steer loaders.

For more information:

Snowexproducts.com

Terex Loegering Eliminator

The pitch: The Terex Loegering Eliminator rake is a non-hydraulic attachment that has no moving parts.

  • It eliminates the manual labor of edge work as it is low profile and operators can push material right to an edge.
  • Its teeth are designed to loosen soil and can be used along driveways, walks and curbs.
  • Multiple sizes of the Eliminator rake attachment available to fit an operator’s needs: 42 inches, 72 inches and 84 inches.

For more information: Terex.com

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