The PD Piling Rig easily converts a crane into a foundation machine. In Van den Heuvel’s workshop, the crane is equipped with a special leader that is mounted on the boom. Thanks to the innovative leader suspension, both a tube leader and a lattice leader can be used, creating maximum flexibility in deployment.

Special sliding table

An important part of the PD Piling Rig is the sliding table. Depending on the project, you can opt for a central telescopic sliding table or a version with two guide rails on the side of the machine. This makes the machine suitable for a wide range of foundation jobs and increases accuracy when positioning.

Extra functions and safety

In addition to the leader and sliding table, the crane is equipped with extra hydraulic functions, operating options and, if desired, extra winches. A capacity calculation is always performed to ensure the stability and safety of the machine. If necessary, extra ballast is added to guarantee optimum balance.

Long reach and versatility

The PD Piling Rig offers a long working range and can work both forwards and backwards in inclined position 4:1, depending on the length of the leader. Thanks to the lowerable leader, the machine is also ideal for projects on pontoons or scaffolding. This makes the PD Piling Rig very suitable for hydraulic engineering and civil projects.

Key benefits

• Crane can be used flexibly as a foundation machine
• Suitable for tube leader and lattice leader
• Special sliding table (telescopic or with guide rails)
• Lowerable leader for use on pontoons and scaffolding
• Long working range in inclined position (4:1)
• Configurable in various tonnages and leader lengths

With the PD Piling Rig, a crane transforms into a versatile foundation machine that excels in flexibility, reach and efficiency. Ideal for contractors who want to use one machine for multiple applications.

The VDH-RDC 9 uses a hydraulic hammer that strikes a steel impact plate on the ground at high frequency. With a drop weight of 9,000 kg and a maximum of 132 kNm of energy per stroke, the topsoil layer is efficiently compacted. Thanks to the controlled energy pressure, the environment is hardly burdened, making the machine ideal for projects in urban areas or locations with strict environmental standards.

High efficiency and control

With an adjustable drop height of 50 to 1500 mm and a stroke frequency of 30 to 100 strokes per minute, the VDH-RDC 9 can be precisely adjusted to the project. This makes the machine not only versatile, but also very efficient in various soil conditions.

Durable design and ease of use

The VDH-RDC 9 is designed with a focus on durability, reliability and easy maintenance. The robust construction and high-quality components ensure a long service life and low operating costs. Ease of use is central, allowing operators to work safely and efficiently, even under challenging conditions.

Key benefits

• Effective compaction of shallow, granular soils
• High impact power for fast results
• Limited vibration and noise load
• Adjustable drop height and stroke frequency
• Durable, reliable and applicable worldwide
• Designed for easy maintenance and long service life

Technical specifications

• Machine type: 50-55 tons
• Hammer type: VDH9-1500
• Drop height: 50-1500 mm
• Strokes per minute: 30-100
• Maximum energy: 132 kNm
• Drop weight: 9,000 kg
• Total weight: 16,000 kg
• Oil flow: 328 l/min
• Working pressure: 260 bar

With its power, precision and reliability, the VDH-RDC 9 is the ideal choice for contractors looking for a compact but powerful solution for soil compaction in construction and infrastructure projects.

VDH Hammers have been continuously developed over the years based on practical experience and user feedback. Their simple but efficient construction ensures exceptional reliability, even under intensive conditions. Thanks to this proven technology, the hammers can be used for a variety of light foundation projects.

Noise-reducing innovation

With an eye to the future, Van den Heuvel is working on the development of noise-reducing hammers. This innovation responds to the growing demand for quieter foundation solutions, making VDH Hammers a sustainable choice both now and in the future.

Long service life and easy maintenance

A major advantage of the VDH Hammers – 500 to 2500 kg – is their long service life and low maintenance requirements. Repairs are rarely necessary, and should maintenance be required, it can be carried out directly in the field. Thanks to the smart design, hammer cylinders, hoses and accumulators are easy to replace on site. This shortens downtime and reduces costs considerably.

Application on small machines

The small VDH Hammers are specially designed for use on foundation machines and excavators with a lower drop weight. Thanks to two cylinders on the outside, they are ideal for driving wooden posts or short piles. This flexibility makes the hammers particularly suitable for contractors working with compact equipment.

Key benefits

• Efficient, simple construction
• High reliability and low maintenance requirements
• Lightweight and easy to assemble
• Free fall cylinders (less oil required)
• Long service life and field repairs possible
• Ideally suited for light foundation and excavation work

With their combination of simplicity, reliability and flexibility, the VDH Hammers – 500 t/m 2500 kg are a sustainable choice for light foundation work and projects where efficiency and low costs are key.

The VDH-RDC 12 uses a hydraulic hammer that strikes a steel impact plate on the ground at high frequency. Thanks to an adjustable drop height of 50 to 1200 mm and a stroke frequency of 40 to 100 strokes per minute, the machine can be precisely adjusted to suit various soil conditions. This ensures rapid and controlled compaction, even in sensitive environments.

High efficiency and versatility

With a maximum impact energy of 141 kNm and a compaction foot of 1,600 or 2,000 mm, the VDH-RDC 12 offers an excellent balance between power and coverage. This makes the machine suitable for a wide range of projects, from urban construction sites to large-scale infrastructure.

Durable and efficient design

The VDH-RDC 12 is designed with sustainability, ease of use and low maintenance costs in mind. The robust design and high-quality components ensure a long service life and high reliability, even under intensive use. The machine is easy to operate and offers operators optimum control on every project.

Technical specifications

• Machine type: 65-70 tons
• Hammer type: VDH12-1200
• Drop height: 50-1200 mm
• Strokes per minute: 40-100
• Maximum energy: 141 kNm
• Drop weight: 12,000 kg
• Total weight: 20,500 kg
• Oil flow: 795 l/min
• Working pressure: 157 bar
• Theoretical power: 208 kW
• Adapter: 1,080 mm
• Compaction foot: 1,600 / 2,000 mm

Key benefits

• Effective compaction of shallow, granular soils
• High impact power with 141 kNm energy
• Adjustable drop height and stroke frequency
• Large compaction surface with interchangeable foot
• Durable, robust and reliable design
• Suitable for urban projects and infrastructure works

With its power, precision and versatility, the VDH-RDC 12 is the perfect choice for contractors looking for a robust and efficient soil compaction machine for a wide range of projects worldwide.

By using high-quality components and simple operation, the machine is very reliable and safe. The well-finished MPR-1200 is also PLC-controlled: the pile-driving process is closely monitored by sensors. This ensures a continuously high frequency with which the machine delivers excellent performance.

Thanks to the dimensions of the VDH-MPR-1200 (with a length of 3,000 mm and a width of 750 mm), the machine can be transported on a BE combination. This not only makes it logistically interesting, but also results in lower transport costs and a smaller footprint.

Advantages of the VDH-MPR-1200

• Compact machine
• Large capacity
• Fully electric
• Can be used indoors and outdoors
• Custom-made free fall pile driver
• PLC control with touchscreen
• Compact in transport
• Safe and reliable

The VDH-Sheetpiler Telescopic combines vibration and pressing in one machine. The big difference with traditional methods is that this machine can also apply pressing pre-tension to the sheet pile. This makes installation faster and with greater accuracy, increasing the overall efficiency of the project.

Extendable mast and large reach

The telescopic mast can extend 5 meters and is equipped with two additional mast sections. This allows a maximum pin height of 23.4 meters, allowing sheet pile planks up to 21 meters in length and 3,750 kg in weight to be installed. This significantly increases usability, even in large or complex projects.

Compact and stable design

The VDH-Sheetpiler Telescopic is ideal for projects with limited workspace or when working from a pontoon. The undercarriage can be hydraulically widened to 5.5 meters for maximum stability during work. For transport, the machine is compact with dimensions of only 3.65 × 13.5 meters, ensuring efficient and cost-effective relocation.

Hydraulic power pack and durability

A specially weighted frame has been developed in place of the original ballast weight, which also carries the power pack. This power pack can be hydraulically deposited, keeping the transport weight lower. Depending on the required power, a separate power pack and vibratory block can be chosen, so that the latest requirements are always met. All VDH machines are standard equipped with a modern Stage V engine, which means they meet the strictest emission standards.

Key benefits

• Install sheet piles quickly and efficiently
• Suitable for planks up to 21 meters and 3,750 kg
• Extendable mast of 5 meters, max. pin height 23.4 meters
• Pressing pre-tension for extra efficiency
• Hydraulically adjustable undercarriage up to 5.5 meters
• Hydraulically detachable power pack for easy transport
• Compact transport dimensions (3.65 × 13.5 meters)
• CE certified and complies with NEN-EN 16228

The VDH Hammers – 3 to 9 tons – are the result of years of experience and practice-oriented development. Their simple but efficient construction makes them reliable machines with a long service life. Thanks to their robust construction, they are suitable for intensive use on the most demanding projects.

Power through accelerated cylinder

A distinctive feature of these hammers is the accelerated cylinder. Instead of just free fall, the drop weight is actively pushed down. This creates extra impact force, which ensures optimum energy transfer to piles (for concrete) or tubes (for steel). This significantly improves the efficiency and quality of the work.

Flexible frame options

The hammers are available in various frame lengths, with the 3, 5, 7 and 9 ton frames as a base. In addition, versions are available with a drop height of 1200 mm for concrete and 1500 mm for steel. This makes the hammer easily adaptable to specific project requirements.

Durability and maintenance

The VDH Hammers – 3 to 9 tons – have a long service life and require little maintenance. Any repairs can easily be carried out in the field, minimizing downtime and costs. This makes them particularly attractive to contractors working under time pressure.

Key benefits

• Efficient, robust hammer
• High reliability in practice
• Accelerated cylinder for maximum energy transfer
• Flexible and modular construction
• Continuously adjustable drop height
• Long service life and low maintenance costs
• Repair possible in the field

With their robust construction, innovative technology and high reliability, the VDH Hammers – 3 to 9 tons are the ideal choice for contractors who need powerful, flexible and durable pile drivers for a wide range of applications.

In order to meet all the wishes and requirements from the market as well as possible, Van den Heuvel involved both customers and mechanics in the process. As a result, the machine is optimally designed for all parties involved. The MP40 is more compact than its ‘big brothers’, the MP60 and MP70. The machine can be transported including the drill box and drill, making it ideal for working on several smaller projects per day.

The modular machine serves as a solid base and is fully flexible to prepare and automate according to the customer’s wishes. For example, it is possible to vary within the standard components in the field of engine power, pump, leader and ballast. As a result, the machine is ideally suited to specific activities within the industry.

Technical specifications

The machine is built from A-class components and is conventionally wired for maximum reliability in the field. The central control system is based on a robust PLC configuration with intuitive user operation. The conventional construction makes maintenance easy to perform, with minimal dependence on complex software interfaces.

The pile driver is equipped with guide systems for the drop hammer, including top winches and an associated winch control system. The MP40 delivers high pulling force via the main and auxiliary winches, suitable for lifting heavy pile drivers and positioning foundation elements.

Ergonomics and safety

The operator cabin is designed according to OSHA guidelines and offers excellent ergonomics and visibility. The cabin is equipped with an air-suspended seat with adjustable lumbar supports, freely adjustable control consoles and a clear display system. Large, straight windows all around offer unobstructed visibility of the work area, without optical distortion. Both inside and outside, powerful LED lighting is provided for optimum visibility under all circumstances.

The PV15 is self-propelled, both on rails and on tracks. In the VDH workshop, the machine is equipped with a self-propelled rail system, so that the machine does not have to be pushed or pulled by another train set. In addition, a leader, hammer, sliding table, winches and extra ballast are added. A standard excavator can also be equipped with this, although VDH prefers a machine selected by themselves.

Despite the machine being so compact, the PV15 can drive piles of various lengths up to a maximum of 7.5 meters. This is due to the height-adjustable 3-fold leader specially developed by VDH. Different drive caps can also be used on the machine. This allows both square piles and piles with threaded ends to be driven into the ground.

Advantages of the VDH-PV15

• Suitable for work on and around the track
• Compact, in operation and in transport
• Other tracks can remain operational
• Self-propelled, rail system or tracks
• Can be erected under high-voltage cables
• Multifunctional: piling, vibrating, drilling
• Various drive caps possible
• EN16228 certified

With the PDX Pile Driving Machine, a standard crane is easily converted into a foundation machine. In Van den Heuvel’s workshop, the machine is equipped with a special leader suspension, suitable for both tubular and lattice leaders. In addition, a sliding table with two guide beams is mounted on the side of the crane. This offers maximum accuracy and flexibility during foundation work.

Extra functions and configuration

In addition to the basic equipment, the PDX Pile Driving Machine is expanded with extra hydraulic functions, operating options and possibly additional winches. If necessary, extra ballast can be added, or replaced by a power pack frame. It is also possible to place a power pack frame on top of the counterweight. This makes the machine fully configurable to the requirements of the project.

Large batter piles

The PDX Pile Driving Machine distinguishes itself by the possibility of larger batter piles than the PD variant. By mounting cylinders on the boom that support the rear of the machine, the sliding table is optimally utilized. With the help of outriggers at the rear, the boom can even move through the dead center, making maximum batter piles up to 3:1 achievable both forwards and backwards.

Safety and deployability

The PDX Pile Driving Machine is designed with attention to safety and complies with the EN16228 standard. Thanks to the lowerable leader and the large working range, the machine is ideal for use on challenging projects, such as foundation work from pontoons or in confined spaces.

Key benefits

• Crane can be used flexibly as a foundation machine
• Large batter pile maximum 3:1 thanks to cylinders at the rear
• Suitable for tubular and lattice leaders
• Special sliding table with guide beams
• Lowerable leader for use on pontoons or scaffolding
• Large working range and high accuracy
• EN16228 certified for maximum safety

With its large batter piles, flexible configuration and robust design, the PDX Pile Driving Machine is the ideal solution for heavy foundation projects where power, reach and safety are central.