Ditch Witch® Walk-Behind Trenchers Deliver Superior Return On Investment
Mar 14, 2012
The Charles Machine Works (CMW), Inc., manufacturer of Ditch Witch® underground construction equipment, has introduced a new line of compact and powerful walk-behind trenchers, each of which is designed and manufactured to provide an exceptional return on investment for small business owners, particularly equipment rental companies.
- Hydraulic system, as opposed to belt-driven. Decades ago, the Ditch Witch organization made the decision to transition to longer-lasting, easier-to-use hydraulic systems on its trenchers. The entire line of Ditch Witch walk-behind trenchers incorporates a stacked, in-line hydraulic pump configuration that effectively eliminates vertical shafts and the use of belts and/or flywheel reduction systems, and ultimately reduces downtime.
- Ease of operation. All Ditch Witch walk-behind trenchers have fully hydrostatic ground drives, with simple-to-use, hydraulic, skid-steer-style steering. Even novice operators can quickly understand the hand controls—one hand to mobile, two hands to trench—so there’s less operator training necessary, and less operator fatigue.
- High-quality OEM products. From the digging teeth to the heavy-duty steel frame, the Ditch Witch organization designs and manufactures virtually every component of its trenchers and other equipment lines at its 30,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Perry, Okla. What components the company must outsource are selected for their reputation for long-lasting performance, such as the 12-, 20-, and 24-horsepower Honda® engines that power the Ditch Witch RT12, RT20, and RT24, respectively. The RT16 is equipped with a Vanguard® Briggs & Stratton™ engine that performs as well as, or better than, other engines in the 16-horsepower class.
- Options that enhance value. With every new walk-behind trencher, the Ditch Witch organization offers a choice of high-flotation tires or a heavy-duty DuraTrak™ track system, which provides exceptional traction and stability over rough and uneven terrain.
- Standard features and support. Outboard bearing supports protect the hardest-working portion of a trencher. These supports come standard with Ditch Witch walk-behind trenchers, while other trencher manufacturers offer them as optional equipment.
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Contact
The Charles Machine Works, Inc.
1959 W. Fir St.
73077 Perry, OK
United States
Phone:
(+1) 800-654-6481
Fax:
(+1) 580-336-3458