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The might of Thor: A game-changing combo for farmers and fencers
The Thor Silenced Hydraulic Post Driver + Rock Breaker combination is a versatile, efficient, and cost-effective asset for farmers, fencers, and rural contractors.
In modern agriculture where efficiency and adaptability are paramount, the Thor Silenced Hydraulic Post Driver + Rock Breaker combination stands out as a true game-changer.
This versatile attachment offers a multitude of advantages, positioning it as a premier solution for a wide array of tasks. From swift post driving to tackling infrastructure construction and rock-breaking challenges, it seamlessly streamlines operations while conquering the demanding Australian environment.
The Thor Silenced Hydraulic Post Driver + Rock Breaker isn't just a one-trick pony; it's a versatile powerhouse and a valuable asset for farmers, fencers, and rural contractors.
Thor provides a comprehensive range of different sized hydraulic post drivers, pickups, and mounts compatible with machines ranging from 800 kilograms to 35 tonnes. This broad compatibility ensures seamless integration with your existing machinery, including mini loaders, skid steers, excavators, tractors, loaders, or telehandlers.
With over three decades in business and four decades of trade-qualified industry experience as a plant fitter, Thor’s owner Simon Taylor understands the unique requirements and challenges faced by farmers and rural contractors.
“Our company's approach is to collaborate with customers, understand their goals, and tackle their challenges. This ensures we provide tailored solutions to meet specific needs delivered as easy ‘plug and play’ configurations,” he says.
Thor’s hydraulic post rammer employs an advanced piston-driven power cell, powered by the renowned SB Power Cell that has dominated the industry for over 50 years. Operating at a nitrogen gas pressure of 16.5 bar, this power cell delivers unparalleled impact Joules.
Thor's power system combines hydraulic oil and compressed nitrogen to deliver powerful and precise impacts. Hydraulic oil flows from the host machine into Thor's power cell, driving the piston up into a nitrogen gas accumulator, storing energy. When peak pressure is reached, the hydraulic chamber valve opens, releasing hydraulic oil and the stored nitrogen energy. This combination propels the piston forcefully downwards, delivering high-impact Joules to the post or chisel tool.
This controlled process ensures efficient post installation or rock breakage, adaptable to different needs. Operators can regulate the hydraulic flow to control speed and impact intensity, enhancing precision and efficiency for various tasks and materials. By controlling the hydraulic flow operators can tailor impact speed for specific job requirements, making it versatile and effective in diverse operational scenarios.
Thor's design philosophy prioritises ease of maintenance. With only two moving internal components – the piston and the control valve – minimal maintenance is required, resulting in reduced downtime and low associated costs.
Thor Rock Breakers and Post Drivers’ commitment to uncompromising durability is exemplified by the use of premium high-strength heat-treated alloy steel in the manufacturing process of their post rammers and rock breakers. This alloy steel is an exceptional combination of tensile strength, hardness, and resistance to wear and abrasion. This not only extends the operational life of the equipment but also ensures optimal performance even under the most demanding working conditions.
Thor's commitment to quality is also reflected in rust resistant nickel-plated bolts, flash chromed pins and bosses as well as top quality industrial painted power cells. Thor’s heavy duty mounts for skid steers, tractors, loaders, and telehandlers weighing 200-250kg are made from 16 millimetre and 20 millimetre plate steel and together with their slanted legs are the most stable on the market. The mounts are quick and easy to attach. When detached from the host machine and when not in use, they stand anchored where left, with no danger of them falling over.
Simon’s tip for farmers looking to invest in a post driver is to “ensure you are comparing apples to apples”.
“The key elements to compare are the weight of the driver itself, the driver’s impact energy class in joules and the diameter of the chisel tool. These three elements will allow prospective customers to flag if a retailer is trying to overstate or understate the size and power of the post driver or indeed price gouge,” he says.
Priced on average between $5,000 and $10,000, Thor’s Silenced Hydraulic Post Driver + Rock Breaker combination packages offer a cost-effective solution for farmers, contractors, and machinery owners. By eliminating the need for multiple specialised tools and materials such as concrete and reducing labour and time requirements, the attachment minimises operational costs.
With thousands of Thor post drivers and rock breakers operating across every Australian state and territory, Simon acknowledges that his brand’s strength is customer driven.
"Thor has earned its reputation for durable, high-quality machinery, personalised customer support, and fair pricing that consistently exceeds Australian expectations. Today, approximately 75 per cent of our enquiries come from satisfied existing customers who value the exceptional performance and reliability of their Thor equipment. Our brand's foundations are proudly rooted in our commitment to customer satisfaction,” he says.
“We provide extensive warranties, comprehensive mechanical backup, readily available parts, and expert advice, all reinforcing our dedication to customer satisfaction.”
Applications Include
Thor Silenced Hydraulic Post Driver + Rock Breaker can handle applications including:
· Post driving and fencing (steel, timber, concrete, and composite products)
· Steel and timber cattle yard construction
· Vineyard and orchard supports
· Solar panel mounting
· River and estuary erosion control
· Efficient rock breaking and excavation
· Precise demolition and deconstruction
· Seamless concrete and asphalt cutting
· Infrastructure and road construction
· Trenching and landscaping
· Splitting firewood
· Pile driving
Website: http://www.thorockbreakers.com.au
Email: info@thorrockbreakers.com.au
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