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Terex Utilities Demos Efficiency of Hollow Kelly Bar Tool for Installing Screw Anchors

Terex Hollow Kelly Bar DesignWatertown, S.D. – (November 8, 2022) – Terex Utilities recently released a video that demonstrates how distribution crews can easily install screw anchors. By using the Terex Utilities Hollow Kelly Bar instead of a traditional locking dog and square bars, digger derrick operators can shave minutes off the process for every screw anchor that needs to be installed.  

Terex Utilities’ design combines the auger extension shaft and screw anchor drive. The screw anchor rod inserts directly into the hollow Kelly Bar, eliminating the need for a screw anchor adaptor on the digger derrick. “This helps eliminate manual handling, improves safety through less lifting, and increases productivity,” said Greg Adler, Auger Tooling Account Manager. In a side-by-side comparison, Terex Utilities shows how the process takes only about 34 seconds using the Hollow Kelly Bar versus 2-1/2 minutes with the heavier locking dog and square bar once the auger is removed. 

 

In addition, the Hollow Kelly Bar with spring-loaded cam action continues to be used as the auger extension shaft, making it just as easy to switch from digging a hole at increased depth, then setting screw anchors before moving to the next pole. “In situations where multiple utility poles are being installed, productivity is dramatically improved,” said Adler. Equally important, is how much less manual handling is needed. “The square bar can weigh as much as 58 lbs and the locking dog can weigh as much as 36 lbs in a traditional setup. By eliminating that you are reducing risk of musculoskeletal injuries,” he said. 

 

Watch the comparison video here

 

About Terex 

Terex is a global manufacturer of materials processing machinery and aerial work platforms. We design, build and support products used in construction, maintenance, manufacturing, energy, recycling, minerals and materials management applications. Certain Terex products and solutions enable customers to reduce their environmental impact including electric and hybrid offerings that deliver quiet and emission-free performance, products that support renewable energy, and products that aid in the recovery of useful materials from various types of waste. Our products are manufactured in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia and sold worldwide. We engage with customers through all stages of the product life cycle, from initial specification and financing to parts and service support. More information about Terex is available on its website: www.Terex.com, and on its LinkedIn page -- www.linkedin.com/company/terex and Facebook page -- www.facebook.com/TerexCorporation

 

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