TYPES OF EQUIPMENT

For a building project the selection of equipment depends on:

1. The magnitude of the building project, viz., a single unit, multi-storeyed building, housing complex, etc.
2. The type of equipment, its size and other particulars.
3. Whether the equipment are to be purchased, rented or contracted for the work.

Major equipment needed for a building project are the following:

1. Earthwork equipment
2. De-watering equipment
3. Compaction equipment
4. Pile driving equipment
5. Movement and hoisting equipment
6. Hauling equipment