Aggregates Manager Digital Magazine
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AGGREGATES MANAGER / August 2017 25 can be mounted on the breaker cradle di- rectly, or a larger tank can be machine mounted. The automatic system can save labor-intensive time, money down the road, and help to avoid over-greasing the hydraulic breaker. Tip No. 5: Use the right tool point Matching the tool point to its respec- tive application can signifi cantly maxi- mize jobsite production and extend the breaker's life. Hydraulic breakers can be equipped with different points — the most common being the moil tool point. When breakers are ordered, they may come standard with a set of moil points that can be used for everyday demolition applications. Other available tool points include: • Chisel tool point — provides more breaker control when a breaker is being used for general excavation or cutting concrete for trenching. • Blunt tool point — easily breaks and fractures large pieces of concrete or block in heavy construction applications. • Pyramidal tool point — used for breaking hard, abrasive material in demolition applications. Tip No. 6: Inspect nitrogen pressure Determining the proper nitrogen charge pressure depends on the application and outside working temperature, Smith says. "The nitrogen level for breaking rock should be different than breaking con- crete in a parking lot," he says. "The outside temperature also adds another variable. The attachment's Operation and Maintenance Manual gives you the recommended nitrogen pressure set- ting for your application and working temperature." By following these six hydraulic breaker maintenance tips, an operator can better utilize the attachment and help extend its life. Be sure to complete the recommended maintenance schedule for the hydraulic breaker. Catching any obvious concerns during a routine visual check can help reduce unnecessary downtime later on. Hit the road with: collect them all! Flexible payment plans Downtime reimbursement Online certificates Flexible payment plans Downtime reimbursement Online certificates Hit the road with: collect them all! Protecting the rig that runs your business! Protecting the rig that runs your business! Protecting the rig that runs your business! Protecting the rig that runs your business! Progressive Casualty Ins. Co. & affi liates. All coverage subject to policy terms. 1-800-PROGRESSIVE 1-800-PROGRESSIVE PROGRESSIVE.com