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Should You Use a Trencher or Vacuum Excavator? How About Both?
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June 9, 2021
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Trenchers
Walk-Behind Trenchers: Single Purpose Machines that Are Perfect for Rental
June 1, 2021
Trenchers
New Ditch Witch MT26 Microtrencher Cuts Deep and Wide for Fiber Installs
May 12, 2021
Attachments Ditch Witch RT 80
Trencher Implements: From Saws to Microtrenchers, Ride-on Trenchers Offer Some Cool Attachments
February 24, 2021
Business and Software
Vermeer Continues to Make Power Moves: Enters Distribution Agreement with BRON Utility Track Plows and Plow Attachments
February 10, 2021
Trenchers Ditch Witch C30X
Trench Talk: Let’s Discuss Buying a Walk-Behind Trencher

Walk-behind trenchers are the perfect machines for operators who need to slice through the dirt with precision and ease. They help everyone ...

September 9, 2020
Track Loaders Toro's Intelli-Trench technology
Innovative Iron Awards 2019: Bobcat MaxControl and Toro’s TRX-250, TRX-300 Trenchers Employ Cool Tech

In the off-highway equipment industry, most of the machine options are already pretty fantastic. Skid steers that boast insane hydraulic pow...

December 2, 2019
Trenchers
Next Generation Ditch Witch RT80 Trencher Released for Urban Utility Jobs

Underground construction in urban areas can be a constricting and uniquely challenging experience – especially without a versatile and...

November 12, 2019
Trenchers Ditch Witch’s RT45 Ride-On Trencher
Here Are Two of the Smallest Ride-On Trenchers and Plows in the Industry

Ditch Witch’s RT45 Ride-On Trencher Utilizes Diesel Designed for minimal maintenance and maximum operator productivity, the Ditch Witc...

September 25, 2019
Trenchers Ditch Witch C12X trencher
Trencher Choices: We Detail the Most Popular Walk-Behind Units from Ditch Witch, Toro and Vermeer

What’s the best way to dig that trench? Excavator equipped with a trenching bucket? Skid steer and a trencher attachment? Never-on-tim...

September 23, 2019
Trenchers
Toro Adds to TRX Walk-Behind Trencher Lineup With Two New Models

Toro has enhanced its TRX walk-behind trencher line with two new models that are designed for exceptional performance, serviceability, ease ...

August 1, 2019
Industry Events
Ditch Witch Organization to Feature Low-Maintenance Rental Equipment at The ARA Show in Anaheim

Rental demand for compact vacuum excavators continues to grow as global renters seek non-traditional and versatile machines for a variety of...

February 5, 2019
Attachments john deere
It’s Trenching Time: How to Find the Right Trencher Attachment for Your Skid Steer or Compact Track...

Trencher attachments for skid steers and compact track loaders are the perfect tools for operators who need to slice through the dirt with p...

January 30, 2019
Trenchers toro
A Cut Above: Sit-On Trenchers Offer a Versatile View of the Jobsite

This promotional photo of the Toro RT1200 riding trencher is an eye-opener. The tool-carrier chassis rides on four triangular rubber tracks ...

September 18, 2018
Trenchers
Microtrenching Options: Learn About These Low-Impact, Cost-Effective Utility Installation Solutions

We’re living in a time where we always want more. More data! Faster networks! We can’t just watch one episode. We have to binge ...

February 6, 2018
Trenchers
Toro Introduces New Riding Trencher Cab Option

Integrated cab assembly provides operator benefits focused on comfort and productivity Toro introduces an optional cab assembly specifically...

November 6, 2017
Trenchers
Vermeer Releases SPX25 Vibratory Plow (Check It Out)

Full-function remote control provides outstanding maneuverability The new Vermeer SPX25 vibratory plow is designed for fast and efficient ca...

October 13, 2017
Trenchers
Walk the Line: We Ask the Top Four Pedestrian Trencher Makers About Their Coolest Products

Walk-behind trenchers have been around long enough to have lost their novelty. When was the last time you saw someone laying open a trench w...

September 26, 2017
Trenchers
New Ditch Witch MT16 Microtrencher Cuts Cost-Per-Foot on Fiber Jobsites

Unique Saw Blades, Effective Trenching System Saves Operators Time and Money on the Job To increase productivity and improve ROI on fiber jo...

March 27, 2017
Trenchers
Let’s Detail Ditch Witch’s New Construction-Grade ST37X Stand-On Trencher

Ditch Witch, a Charles Machine Works Co., has introduced the ST37X stand-on trencher, the ideal machine for creating footings on residential...

February 28, 2017