Trencher

Overview

A trencher is a piece of construction equipment used to dig trenches, typically for laying pipes or cables, or for drainage.

Think a chainsaw, but one that cuts into the earth.

Off-shelf Trencher

Hydraulic trencher design

Prototype I

Trencher Prototype I

Product Ecology

Created With

• Induction Furnace Steel
• CNC Torch Table Cutouts
• Welder

Used with

• Tractor - Mounting

Creates

• Trenches

See Product Ecologies for more information.

Components

• Motor
• Blade
• Teeth
• Housing

Status

The Trencher is currently in the Research Phase of Product Development

See GVCS Rollout Plan

See Trencher Log

Videos

See Also

• Wikipedia: Trencher
• Rubble Trench Foundation
• Foundation

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