In the case of huge construction projects, proper use of the appropriate equipment contributes to economy, quality, safety, speed and timely completion of a project. Equipment are use for highway projects, irrigation, buildings, power projects etc. 15-30% of total project cost has been accounted towards equipment and machinery.
Classification of Construction Equipment
- Earth-moving equipment
- Hauling equipment
- Hoisting equipment
- Conveying equipment
- Aggregate and concrete production equipment
- Pile-driving equipment
- Tunneling and rock drilling equipment
- Pumping and dewatering equipment