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No matter what kind of digging conditions you find yourself facing, EarthPro Ground Engaging Systems has the components to help you get the job done... quickly and efficiently. And we have the expertise to determine what set-up will deliver the best results for each working environment.
This simple chart will help you choose tools that will fit your digging conditions, or let your Astec dealer help you configure a chain for your specific needs.
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Material Type |
Sprocket Boom |
Rock or Channel Boom |
Welded Shark Chain |
HD ABF Chain |
H-Plate Welded Chain with Mining bits |
Cupped Teeth |
Mixed Cups & Mining or Shark |
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Sand |
X |
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|
X |
|
X |
|
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Sandy Loam |
X |
|
|
X |
|
X |
|
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Loose Shale |
X |
X |
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
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Top Soil |
X |
|
|
X |
|
X |
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Caliche
(hard) |
X |
X |
X |
X |
|
X |
X |
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Clay
(gumbo) |
X |
|
|
X |
|
X |
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Coral |
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Rock
(loose) |
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
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|
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Asphalt |
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Hard Clay |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Frozen Soil |
|
X |
X |
X |
X |
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