Hydraulic Grab Bucket
Hydraulic Grab Bucket
A Hydraulic Grab Bucket is a heavy-duty material handling attachment designed for excavators, cranes, or loaders to efficiently grab, lift, and transfer scrap metal and waste materials. Operated through a hydraulic system, it provides high clamping force, precise control, and fast cycling — making it a vital tool in scrap yards, recycling plants, steel mills, and industrial demolition sites.
Description
Hydraulic grab buckets are equipped with multiple tines (usually 4 to 6), operated by hydraulic cylinders that open and close like fingers. This “orange peel” or “multi-tine” configuration is ideal for grabbing irregular and loose scrap materials, including shredded steel, automotive scrap, foundry waste, and demolition debris.
Key specifications include:
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Capacity: 0.5 m³ to 5+ m³
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Tines: 4, 5, or 6 claws (pointed or blunt)
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Mounting: On hydraulic excavators, cranes, or loaders
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Material: High-strength wear-resistant steel with replaceable tips
Where It’s Used
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Metal recycling plants & scrap yards
Steel manufacturing units
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Waste transfer and sorting facilities
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Ports & bulk material terminals
Municipal solid waste management
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Foundries & casting plants
Uses
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Picking up and transferring bulk scrap metal
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Sorting ferrous and non-ferrous materials
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Loading/unloading trucks or rail wagons
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Feeding scrap into shredders, shears, or furnaces
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Handling loose, irregular, or tangled waste
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Aiding demolition and material recovery operations
Importance
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Boosts handling speed and efficiency
Ensures cleaner and safer scrap management
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Minimizes material loss during transfer
Handles uneven, sharp, or hazardous materials with ease
Significance
Hydraulic grab buckets play a critical role in modern recycling operations. They:
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Help in achieving cleaner segregation and material recovery
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Support bulk volume handling with fewer cycles
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Reduce the risk of injury or inefficiency in manual scrap handling
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Work with electro-hydraulic and mobile cranes, providing mobility and flexibility
FAQs
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What is a hydraulic grab bucket?
A hydraulically operated tool with multiple tines used to grip and lift scrap metal or waste materials. -
What capacity options are available?
From 0.5 m³ to 5+ m³, depending on the machine and scrap type. -
Which machines can it be mounted on?
Excavators, mobile cranes, truck-mounted arms, and loading systems. -
Can it be used with any hydraulic excavator?
Yes, provided the excavator has a suitable hydraulic line and mounting interface. -
Is it suitable for wet or dusty environments?
Yes, high-quality models are sealed and built for harsh operating conditions. -
How many tines are better – 4 or 5?
Depends on material. 4-tine grabs are good for large scrap, 5/6-tine for mixed or fine material. -
Do the tines wear out?
Yes, but they come with replaceable tips made from hardened steel. -
Is maintenance difficult?
Regular inspection and lubrication of hydraulic parts keep it in excellent condition. -
Do Indian manufacturers offer customized sizes?
Absolutely. Indian suppliers offer custom tine designs, mounting types, and capacities. -
What are the safety features?
Includes pressure relief valves, anti-drop mechanisms, and overload protection.
supplier
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Concentrated in Ahmedabad, Faridabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Pune, Mumbai
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Serve sectors like metal recycling, infrastructure, cement, and steel plants
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Export to Gulf countries, Africa, and Southeast Asia
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Provide on-site support, technical drawings, and installation assistance
Why Choose Us
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Heavy-duty design with precision engineering
Custom designs for your crane/excavator type
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Fast lead times & spare part support
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Best value with no compromise on durability
Export-ready with documentation & packaging
