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Revolutionising Crushing with the Award-Winning Auger Torque Cone Crusher Bucket

Today, we have something truly innovative to share with you. We’re delighted to introduce the Auger Torque Cone Crusher Bucket – a ground-breaking attachment that is already making waves in the industry.

Award-Winning Innovation

Last night, the Auger Torque Cone Crusher Bucket received the runner-up award for Environmental Initiative at the prestigious PlantWorx auto show. This award serves as a testament to our commitment to sustainable and environmentally friendly crushing solutions.

Reimagining Crushing

Unlike conventional jaw crushers, which use two Hardox plates on rams to crush material (an approach that isn’t best suited for materials like asphalt), the Cone Crusher Bucket employs a rotating 7-sided cone with tungsten tip agitators. The result? It absolutely obliterates material, transforming construction rubble into a useful Type 1 aggregate.

Versatility at its Best

What makes this product even more remarkable is its versatility. The Cone Crusher Bucket can be used on skid steer loaders, telehandlers, and even JCB Loadalls. Additionally, it fits perfectly with excavators ranging from the 3 to 10-ton mark. With this one product, you can handle multiple materials without any problem, all at an accessible price point.

Quality and Local Support

As an official dealer and stockist of Auger Torque attachments, Mouse Valley Equipment Ltd is proud to offer the Cone Crusher Bucket among our product range. Being a UK-based company, we not only hold stock but also conduct the final manufacturing and assembly of these high-quality attachments right here in the UK.

Learn More and Watch in Action

You can learn more about this revolutionary product on our website [here]. For an even closer look at the Cone Crusher Bucket in action, don’t miss our latest YouTube video featuring Bryn Bailey, the Sales Manager at Auger Torque, as he provides an in-depth explanation of the product’s features, benefits, and operation.

The Auger Torque Cone Crusher Bucket is just one of the ways we at Mouse Valley Equipment Ltd are working to bring you the most innovative and effective equipment solutions. Stay tuned to our blog and social media channels for more product updates, company news, and industry insights!

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Unboxing and Setting Up Your Auger Torque Drive Unit: A Comprehensive Guide

Unboxing and Setting Up Your Auger Torque X2500 Drive Unit: A Comprehensive Guide

Unboxing and Setting Up Your Auger Torque Drive Unit: A Comprehensive Guide

We’re going to walk you through the contents of your Auger Torque drive unit package and how to set it up. This applies throughout the range of S4 drive units, from the X1500 through to the 4500MAX.

Unboxing Your Drive Unit

When your drive unit arrives, it will come in a box whether it’s a standalone drive unit or part of a package. Inside the box, you’ll find the main drive unit, an auger retaining pin and clip, and two hydraulic hoses. One hose is located at the bottom of the box, and the other is tucked away in the lid of the box.

Upon unpacking, you’ll notice that the drive unit comes with a warranty card that contains vital running-in details and instructions on how to register your warranty. You can either send the card back to us or register online via the provided URL.

Setting Up Your Drive Unit

As you prepare to set up your drive unit, you will find two hydraulic hose ports in the motor with blanking caps on them. For the S4 range, they are 1/2″ BSP. The first step is to remove both blanking caps, ensuring to take off the rubber seals to prevent leakage. The blanking caps are primarily for keeping dust and contaminants out of the motor during transport.

After removing the blanking caps, take the two 1/2″ PSP hydraulic hoses and screw them into the drive unit. Each hose will have a male and female fitting on either end, and on the female end of the hose, there will be two male-male adapters, one side of which will have a rubber dowty seal. Fit these male-male adaptors into the drive unit, ensuring the washer seal faces the port on the hydraulic motor.

A quick tip when attaching the hydraulic hoses: put the bottom one in first. This makes it easier to reach with a 27-millimetre spanner, the only tool you’ll need for this task. Tighten the bottom hose first with your spanner, then follow up with the top one. After that, you simply connect the female ends of your hydraulic hoses to the hydraulic motor.

Please note that quick release couplers are not included with our drive units. We can supply couplers to suit your machine, but as standard, they do not come in the box. Once you acquire your relevant couplers, they just screw straight onto the male end of the hose.

Remember, there is no specific order for these hoses or how you arrange your couplers. The drive unit rotates both clockwise and anti-clockwise and requires a double-acting hydraulic circuit, meaning there is no right and wrong way to fit these hoses.

Wrapping Up

Setting up your drive unit is fairly straightforward, and this method applies throughout the range of Auger Torque S4 drive units. However, remember that for the S5 drives, the setup process remains similar, but the hoses are larger, and it’s not 1/2″ BSP.

For a visual guide, we will be following up with a video showing you how to attach the cradle or hitch bracket, which pins through the top of your drive unit using the provided pin. If you’ve got any questions or need more information about our range of Auger Torque attachments, please visit our website at mousevalley.com, leave a comment, or give us a call. Our contact numbers and a WhatsApp number are available on the website. We also encourage you to subscribe to our YouTube channel and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok to keep up to date with our latest news.

We hope this guide proves helpful as you set up your new Auger Torque Drive unit. However, we understand that you may still have queries or require additional assistance. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly and knowledgeable team for further help or information. Visit our contact page and leave us a message. We’re dedicated to ensuring that your experience with our products is as smooth as possible. Remember, at Mouse Valley Equipment, we’re always here to help.

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Where is Auger Torque Made? Over a Decade of Global Reach!

Where is Auger Torque Made? Over a Decade of Global Reach

Welcome to Mouse Valley Equipment Ltd. As one of the largest distributors of Auger Torque hydraulic excavator, mini loader, and skid steer attachments in the UK, we’re often asked, “Where is Auger Torque made?”. Let us answer that for you!

Back in 2009, Auger Torque was enjoying substantial global growth with an increasing demand for their products. However, the company faced a challenge: How could they accommodate this rapid expansion while maintaining the highest quality products at the best price? The answer lay in a purpose-built manufacturing facility strategically located in Ningbo, China.

Ningbo: The Optimal Choice for Auger Torque’s Manufacturing Base

Ningbo was chosen due to its proximity to the bustling Ningbo port, one of the world’s busiest, providing convenient distribution to the global marketplace. This ideal location facilitated the efficient transport of Auger Torque’s high-quality hydraulic attachments, enhancing the brand’s capacity to cater to an international clientele.

Within just five years, the original factory had become too small to accommodate the company’s burgeoning needs. This rapid expansion necessitated a move to a larger, 98,000 square foot premises. Over this time, Auger Torque’s staff grew from 18 to 80 employees, underlining the tremendous growth of the operation.

Commitment to Excellence and Efficiency

The Ningbo facility operates according to the highest standards of quality initiatives, incorporating lean manufacturing and 5S principles into its daily operations. These practices ensure top-tier production capability and efficiency, lowering manufacturing costs while enabling prompt responses to market demands.

Under the watchful eye of Matt Hencher, Global Production Manager, quality control is a top priority. According to Hencher, “The most important aspect for our customers is that the product is of the quality and standard that they expect and need.” To this end, all gear steel, a critical component in their attachments, is sourced from Europe before being dispatched to the China facility.

Auger Torque places great emphasis on the origin of its components. All other parts are sourced from heavily vetted suppliers, selected for their proven quality. Prior to product builds in China, all R&D, testing, prototype builds, and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) are conducted by the global team based in Europe, USA, and Australia.

Steady Growth and Global Expansion

Since the facility’s inception in 2009, its global reach has been impressive. What started with 60 containers exported in the first year has expanded to an average of 25 containers leaving China each month, headed for every continent.

Alistair Brydon, Group Managing Director, emphasizes the importance of the Chinese manufacturing site, stating, “The manufacturing site in China demonstrates our commitment to supporting our customers and our marketplace.” Brydon attributes the company’s success to its dedicated employees, whose commitment to excellence fuels Auger Torque’s competitiveness.

The Future of Auger Torque

As Auger Torque moves into its next decade of production, the company pledges to continue improving its manufacturing capabilities worldwide. They plan to stay competitive by continually evolving, embracing changes in technology, and improving processes to remain customer-centric.

So, the next time you see an Auger Torque hydraulic excavator, mini loader, or skid steer attachment from Mouse Valley Equipment Ltd, remember the journey it’s taken from the state-of-the-art facility in Ningbo, China, to your hands. Rest assured knowing it was built by a global leader committed to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

For further information on our Auger Torque hydraulic excavator, mini loader, and skid steer attachments, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at Mouse Valley Equipment Ltd. Our team is always ready and willing to provide expert guidance and assist with any inquiries you may have. As the leading distributor of these globally recognized products, we’re more than capable of answering your questions and helping you find the best equipment for your needs. Reach out to us today and let us help you experience the quality and excellence of Auger Torque.

CONTACT US!

If you’re based in the United States and looking for reliable, top-of-the-line Auger Torque attachments, our sister company, The Attachment Company in Denver, Colorado, is your go-to solution. As the largest distributor of Auger Torque hydraulic attachments in the UK, we have extended our reach across the pond to better serve customers in the United States. Visit their website at www.attachmentco.com to browse their comprehensive range of products or to get in touch with their experienced team for expert guidance and support. The Attachment Company is dedicated to delivering the same level of quality and excellence that you’ve come to expect from Auger Torque and Mouse Valley Equipment Ltd.

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How to fit hydraulic hoses on your Auger Torque X1500

How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill

How to Fit Hydraulic Hoses to Your X1500 Earth Drill

Auger Torque Earth Drills up to the 8000MAX model are supplied with a pair of hydraulic hoses (no quick release couplers). A quick guide below for fitting hydraulic hoses to your X1500 Earth Drill.

How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill

Step 1

Remove the blanking caps from the hose ports on the drive unit. Be sure to remove the black washer(s) also.

How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill
How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill

Step 2

Ensure to fit the male-male adapter to the drive unit motor ports with the dowty washer seal towards the drive unit.

A 27mm spanner is required to ensure the adapter is tight. Tighten 1 adapter before starting to thread the other one onto the drive unit.

How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill
How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill

A 27mm spanner is required to ensure the adpater is tight. Tighten 1 adapter before starting to thread the other one onto the drive unit.

Step 3

Fit the hydraulic hoses to the male-male adapters using the 27mm spanner to tighten. Install your flat face hydraulic couplers on the other end of the hydraulic hoses.

How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill
How to fit hydraulic hoses on an Auger Torque X1500 earth drill
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