The first hydraulic excavator was made back in 1951 by a great Frenchman named Poclain and therefore they were called by his name. The latest models include Hitachi, Caterpillar, Komatsu and the most advanced model Leibherr.

They consist of an arm, a motor, a swing, a cabin and feet. The different models of excavators that are most commonly found on the market are the midi or mini excavator, which is the most compact, the bucket wheel model, and the backhoe loader.

Heavy hydraulic excavators are used by construction companies for their projects like digging heavy rock, crushing concrete, cutting steel, drilling holes in very hard rock areas, etc. This machine is also used in laying paths as they are a great help in placing gravel on the paths before the actual paving work begins. The landscaping industry also makes use of this wonderful machine to cut large areas of landscape, which would be time consuming and expensive if done manually.

However, for small areas, people make use of mini excavators as they are a great benefit for landscaping small areas, for example, a patio or garden in a house. When people want to build small ponds or swimming pools in their own home facilities, they turn to mini versions.

The size of mini excavators has also increased their popularity as they do not take up much space in traffic. They are comparatively cost effective and very flexible due to their various accessories and features. The attached bucket helps with both digging and carrying. When attached to a grappling hook, it helps to gather wood. The accessory of a mallet helps to break objects into very fine pieces. In conclusion, there are many benefits to using hydraulic excavators and their popularity is increasing by the day.