driver, an excavator-mounted attachment designed to
handle, drive and remove sheet piles, H-beams, steel pipes
and timber piles.
“It is equipped with a patented side-clamping device
making it the most versatile grip pile driver on the market,”
said Gravel.
“With its innovative features, this attachment tool
increases your excavator’s profitability, reduces your operating
expenses and gives you the opportunity to work in deep
foundations. The bottom line is better productivity and
better control of timetables.”
Gilbert’s Grizzly Multigrip MG-60 and MG-90 vibratory
pile drivers allow for working in tight areas, where height
and width are an issue, and where conventional equipment
is impossible.
“It, therefore, lowers the operating costs by only requiring one
ground worker, the excavator and its operator,” said Gravel.
The MG-60, is suitable for a 20- to 30-ton class excavator
and is the newer model with a driving force of 60 tons.
The MG-90 model delivers 90 tons of centrifugal force and
is suitable for a 30- to 45-ton class excavator.
“This is the right model when projects call for heavier
piles and when soil conditions offer more resistance,”
Gravel said.
Gilbert exports and sells equipment to numerous countries
including the United States, France, the United Kingdom,
Denmark and Columbia, among others.
In April, Gravel returned from BAUMA, which is held in
Munich, Germany. As the “World’s Leading Construction
Machinery Trade Fair,” this event is one of most important
gatherings for companies that deal with construction machinery,
building material machines, mining machines, construction
vehicles and construction equipment.
“To continue the development of the European market,
Gilbert was part of this important event, the first time as
an exhibitor. The opportunity to meet international visitors,
potential distributors and contractors during this trade
show was a big statement for the company. It is also a good
opportunity to understand the different markets and do
benchmarking. The main objective is to develop our dealer
network and presence internationally,” said Gravel.
What’s next?
As for what the next three to five years hold for Gilbert,
Gravel says the company is constantly working on
introducing and improving innovative equipment to help
optimize productivity.
“The company is now investing in increasing its production
capacity, developing new products and our team will continue
to develop our dealer network and market presence in several
regions like Europe for the pile driver product line. We are
continuing to increase our production capacity to answer the
growing demand. We also just announced an investment of
five million dollars in our factory in Roberval,” said Gravel.
Fraser River Pile & Dredge (GP) Inc.
As Canada’s largest Marine Construction, Land Foundations and Dredging contractor, FRPD is a
recognized leader that employs state of the art methods and equipment. FRPD’s versatile fleet is ready
to complete all scope and size Marine Construction, Environmental Remediation, Dredging and Land
Foundation projects. Established in 1911 as Fraser River Pile Driving Company and incorporated in
2008 as Fraser River Pile & Dredge (GP) Inc., FRPD’s team of highly skilled professionals brings more
than 100 years of experience and commitment to exceeding expectations.
1830 River Drive, New Westminster, B.C. V3M 2A8
Phone: 604-522-7971 (24/7)
www.frpd.com info@frpd.com
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