Backhoe Loaders and Role in Construction

At Redstone, we utilize backhoe loaders often. By utilizing backhoe loaders on job sites, we can cut our work times down and handle large and often dangerous tasks safely and efficiently.

Over 300 workers and craftsmen across multiple locations at Redstone utilize backhoe loaders  to deliver the highest quality site prep, concrete, and asphalt services. Backhoe loaders  are a part of a group of the best equipment and technology in the business that we use to supply our customers with the efficient, expert-level services they require! For more information about the services we offer at Redstone Construction Group, visit our services page!

The Role of Backhoe Loaders at Construction Sites

Backhoe loaders are a heavy piece of machinery that is driven by an operator from within the cab of the backhoe. The arm and bucket are moved using hydraulics to pick up and haul large amounts of material.

Backhoe loaders can be described as the workhorse of the construction site. They do a large amount of heavy lifting via digging, loading, and lifting of material. They can excavate trenches, prepare foundations, and handle large amounts of construction material at a time.

These machines are extremely versatile. They’re able to be precisely and accurately controlled by the driver over difficult terrain and to excavate hard to reach areas. Backhoe loaders are built robustly to dig with extreme power while navigating areas made of loose sand, soil, or even compacted clay.

They can be used for a variety of projects and can cut work times in half. Rather than utilizing the crew and depleting their energy, you can use a backhoe to load trucks, stockpile material, or haul and move material throughout the job site!

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The Benefits of Using a Backhoe Loader

With their versatile uses, strength to haul large loads of material, and ability to increase job site safety, backhoe loaders play an essential role on a job site.

A single backhoe loader can handle multiple jobs a day, allowing the rest of the crew to handle other projects, and to preserve their energy. Plus, since backhoe loaders can take on the work of multiple men or women, the need for manual labor is minimized, which in turn lowers the risk of accidents and injuries.

Additionally, the use of backhoe loaders also saves time and money for a crew! A single crew member can operate a backhoe loader, the rest of the crew can divide and conquer other tasks. Since a backhoe loader is a versatile piece of equipment, it can be used for a variety of projects! This means a crew won’t need to use multiple pieces of equipment on a jobsite if it isn’t necessary.

All in all, backhoe loaders are indispensable on a job site, making them a Redstone favorite. 

At Redstone Construction Group, we have proudly served Arkansas since 1973. We offer high quality site preparation, underground utilities, earthwork, concrete, and asphalt services for those in commercial and industrial space. We’re specialists in our field with a deep understanding of how to lay the groundwork for a successful project.

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