In December, the VDH-MP40 left our premises, destined for Hammer & Steel in Florida (USA). We developed and built this piling machine, fully tailored to the customer’s requirements. This is the second MP (Multi Purpose) machine that we have built for Hammer & Steel. Hammer & Steel sells and rents high-quality equipment such as piling and drilling machines, hammers, and much more. In 2023, we already delivered a VDH-MP70, and after the success of that machine, we were commissioned to build a second Multi Purpose machine. The MP40 will enable this leading American supplier of drilling and piling equipment to further expand its business activities.
From CFA to piling
We have previously built the MP40 twice as a CFA (Continuous Flight Auger) machine. Hammer & Steel asked us if we could supply a similar machine, but with a different application, namely piling. Instead of the leader system of the MP70, this MP40 works with winches.
User-friendly design
Like the MP70, the MP40 is also equipped with various practical details that contribute to ease of use and safety. These include steps, handles and lighting. Thanks to the lighting in the doors, there is good visibility during maintenance work.
The cabin is ergonomically designed and equipped with an air-suspended seat with lumbar support. The operating consoles are adjustable independently of the seat. The modern cabin design combines rounded shapes with straight windows to prevent reflection and distortion. The large windshield offers optimum visibility of the construction site.
The cabin design takes into account the strict safety and health requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in the US. These specifications have remained unchanged.
Successful collaboration
The collaboration with Hammer & Steel went very well. Thanks to our proven expertise in translating specific customer requirements into efficient and reliable machines, we were able to offer a solution that fully meets their needs. The positive experience with the previously delivered MP70 certainly contributed to this.
MP machine principles
During the development of the MP series, we started from the following characteristics:
– Quality, only A-class components are used.
– Functional simplicity, conventionally wired with a PLC system which ensures safe control.
– Performance, due to our own design and experience, the machine often performs better than competitors.
– Ease of use, comfortable seat with adjustable armrests, complete cabin with excellent view of the project and the surroundings.
– Aesthetic finish, a lot of attention has been paid to the finish of the machine.
Within our company, we are gaining more and more experience in building new machines, including the MP40 and MP60.
The new MP40 from Hammer & Steel is the sixth new type of machine that we have developed and built in-house. With the MP40, Hammer & Steel is further expanding its capabilities, and we are proud of another successful project. We are proud to contribute to the growth and success of Hammer & Steel!
Would you like more information about this VDH-MP machine? Then look here or download the datasheet of the VDH-MP40 PDR.
