Attachment Focus: Quick Couplers

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Information for Site Prep’s special attachment focus on quick couplers has been provided by the respective manufacturers. For more specs on their attachments, visit the websites listed under each entry.

AIM

AIM’s hydraulic quick couplers feature a simple design, in which no pin removal is needed for the exchange of attachments. The couplers include a durable lifting hook, built-in safety check valves and a warning buzzer for the cab. They also feature a multiposition manual safety pin for added safety.
(www.aimattachments.com)

Ajusta-Buckets

The manual and hydraulic quick couplers by Ajusta-Buckets incorporate a patented “Snap-Lock” design that offers better safety, stronger engagements and one-minute changeovers.
(www.ajustabuckets.com)

CEAttachments

CEAttachments' EDGE Spring Loaded Quick Attach Coupler is constructed of heavy-duty T-1 steel. It is manually released from attachments, then automatically re-engages when the operator reconnects the coupler and bucket. A pin is then inserted for added safety.
(www.ceattachments.com)

JRB

The JRB Multi Pick-Up Coupler is designed to pick up and work with “quick hitch” style attachments in front end wheel loader applications. It safely switches attachments in seconds. The lock-out feature prevents cylinders from retracting without operator intervention.
(www.paladinbrands.com)

Kenco

The Kenco Wedgebolt Coupler System is available to fit all excavators, and existing attachments are easily adapted. Users simply remove two bolts, change the attachment and replace the bolts. Changing attachments takes less than five minutes.
(www.kenco.com)

M.C. Faulkner

M.C. Faulkner Hydraulic Quick Couplers have a low profile to reduce loss of breakout force. HardOx Steel is used for strength and durability. The couplers feature a double-locking system with a spring-loaded cylinder to prevent release if pressure is lost.
(www.mcfaulkner.com)

MillerBaird

The MillerBaird Pin Grabber Advanced (PGA) has more than 25,000 units across the United States and 50,000 worldwide. The PGA offers safety, reliability, durability and versatility.
(www.millerbaird.com)

Werk-Brau

Werk-Brau’s Klac couplers feature a self-tightening automatic locking system, a bucket hook catch and the highest quality materials.
(www.werk-brau.com)