1876 23rd Street Southeast, Bemidji, MN 56601
the DECKHAND® XL
Important Features

  • The DECKHAND XL does not require ground personnel assistance while handling pipe.
  • Very little maintenance required; only daily greasing.
  • 360 degree continuous rotation in either direction.
  • Tilts 0 to 15 degrees along main beam.
  • Unlike traditional pipe handling, The DECKHAND XL can handle pipe from an off-center position. No more marking centerlines.
  • Using the quick connect system, an operator can connect and disconnect from bucket to the DECKHAND XL in a matter of minutes.
  • The DECKHAND XL reduces labor cost and improves overall operation efficiency.
  • Shift! – Pipe can be shifted side to side 8.5 inches in either direction.
  • LED Lights and Horn! – Flood lights illuminate hard to see areas.
  • Manual Quick Couplers – LaValley Industries can provide manual quick couplers for connecting and disconnecting from the excavator.

Easy Installation

The DECKHAND XL can be installed in three easy steps and can accommodate ANY BRAND of excavator in the 60-75 metric ton range. This involves:

  1.  Install correct diameter pins into  DECKHAND XL head unit based on brand and model of excavator.

  2.  Quick couple the DECKHAND XL's three auxiliary hydraulic hoses (pressure, return and dedicated case drain           hoses) to the excavator's auxiliary circuit.

  3.  Replace the excavator's control handles with provided DECKHAND XL control handles. This is done by simply          unscrewing the manufacturer’s control handles and screwing on the DECKHAND’ XL's control handles. Add                   electrical power to the unit by simply connecting to the excavator's 24 volt system and you're ready to work.

the DECKHAND® XL can comfortably serve the following industries...
  • Pipeline Construction Contractors
  • Pipe Transport Companies
  • Pipe Manufacturers
  • Pipe Holding Yards
  • Utility Construction Contractors
  • Road Building and Maintenance Contractors