Posts by Find Excavator Team
Trenching and Utility Work with a Mini Excavator
A practical guide to trenching and utility work with a mini excavator: choosing buckets, setting depth, working safely around underground lines, and digging clean, stable trenches the first time.
Mini Excavators for Farms and Ranches: A Practical Guide
From fence lines to drainage and stump removal, mini excavators earn their keep on farms and ranches. Here’s how to size, equip, and use one for ag work.
Best Mini Excavators for Landscaping Projects
A practical guide to choosing the best mini excavators for landscaping work, covering size, weight, attachments, lawn protection, and what features actually matter on the job.
Top 10 Mini Excavator Attachments and What They Do
From buckets and augers to thumbs, grapples, and breakers, here are the top 10 mini excavator attachments and exactly what each one does on the jobsite.
Hydraulic Thumbs, Buckets and Quick Couplers Explained
A practical guide to the three attachments that make a mini excavator versatile: hydraulic thumbs, buckets, and quick couplers. Learn how each works and how to choose.
Winterizing and Storing Your Mini Excavator
A practical, step-by-step guide to winterizing and storing your mini excavator so it starts strong and stays protected through the cold months.
Rubber Track Care: Make Your Excavator Tracks Last Longer
Rubber tracks are one of the most expensive wear items on a mini excavator. Learn the tension, operating, and inspection habits that make excavator tracks last far longer.
Mini Excavator Maintenance Checklist: Daily to Yearly
From daily walk-arounds to yearly hydraulic service, here is a clear mini excavator maintenance checklist that keeps your machine running and holds its value.
Understanding Mini Excavator Controls: ISO vs SAE Patterns
ISO and SAE control patterns swap which joystick handles the boom and swing. Here is how each works, why it matters for safety, and how to choose and switch.
How to Load and Transport a Mini Excavator Safely
A practical, expert guide to loading and transporting a mini excavator safely: choosing the right trailer, ramp angles, proper tie-downs, and a step-by-step checklist.
