ANT International’s range of hydraulic and static rock grabs highlight the best of two decades of Australian engineering
ANT International has been providing innovative attachment solutions for the earthmoving, demolition and metal recycling industries for over 20 years.
With a workshop in Rocklea, Brisbane, the family-owned and run business supplies a wide range of excavator attachments, including general purpose, mud, trenching and tilt buckets, rippers, hitches and compaction wheels – all designed and built for Australian conditions.
Rock grabs are another popular attachment of ANT International, and are often purchased with a complete bucket set.
Rock solid
Rock grabs serve several purposes not just for the earthmoving industry, but also in demolition and metal recycling.
Whether it’s picking up rocks and other debris from worksites, bundles of trees in a clearing application, or building a retaining wall, rock grabs enable precise placement.
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ANT International production manager Lex Treloar says these grabs are an essential item for metal recycling businesses.
“For these businesses, strength and wear life are important considerations, so making the right choice has a positive impact on the bottom line,” he says.
Given these important factors, ANT ensures that all its rock grabs benefit from a heavy-duty ‘boxed construction’ design to increase the strength and durability of the attachment.
Bending and torsion is reduced through Hardox superior strength wear plate, while hardened pins and bushes are integrated for extended wear life, ensuring that customers have an attachment that is built to last.
“The combination of reliability and rigidity creates a grab you can trust, in an industry focused on safety,” Treloar says.
“Choosing the right rock grab can lead to efficient material handling, therefore minimising environmental impacts on the job site.”
More choice
ANT offers both hydraulic and static grabs, giving customers more optionality to choose the attachment that suits their desired outcomes.
Static grabs are available in sizes to suit 0.5-tonne to 30-tonne excavators and come complete with a stay arm and bracket for the boom, ready for installation.
Utilising the power of an excavator to apply the gripping force, Treloar says the lighter static grabs are suited to smaller machines.
On the other hand, the more expensive and heavier hydraulic grabs are more convenient when used often, given that the stay arm doesn’t need to be reconnected every time the operator wants to use it.
“Choosing the right rock grab is all a balance that comes down to cost, weight and convenience,” Treloar says.
ANT International’s hydraulic grabs are available in a variety of sizes from 1.5 tonnes up to 30 tonnes, with the under-five-tonne class using a compact single ram design with hydraulic cylinders.
Dual rams are integrated into hydraulic grabs over five tonnes to provide the clamping force required for larger loads, ensuring maximum grip strength.
“Dual ram rock grabs are supplied with hydraulic hosing between the cylinders and can be optioned to include hosing to the dipper arm, for a plug and play installation,” Treloar says.
Tailor-made
Whether customers need power, precision, or are working to a budget, ANT International’s friendly team can help them select the perfect rock grab for their needs and working conditions.
After the sale, the business is there to provide its customers with technical assistance or spare parts, reinforcing its commitment to customer satisfaction.
“By choosing an ANT International rock grab, you’re not just investing in a tool; you’re investing in efficiency, safety and longevity,” Treloar says.
“Our commitment to quality, innovation and customer service ensures that you’ll get the most out of your equipment.
“Whether you’re tackling a small-scale project or a large-scale demolition, our range of rock grabs is designed to meet your specific needs.”
For more information on ANT International’s range of rock grabs, visit ant-get.com or call 07 3710 6700.