Attachments (4) Posts

6 Maintenance Tips for Your Skid Steer Attachments [VIDEO]

Posted by: Nick Bruns on Jul 8, 2019 at 11:16 AM

Every Virnig skid steer attachment is built to deliver superior, long-lasting performance. To ensure years of trouble-free service, we do ask one thing of our customers: Please give the same care to your attachments as you give to your skid steer. Attachments give skid steers the capabilities to move earth, clear brush, build fences, plow snow and much more. So, every auger, bucket, grapple, cutter, trencher, and tiller deserves the same attention as your machine.

All About the Virnig Power Rake [Video]

Posted by: Nick Bruns on Jun 26, 2019 at 12:29 PM

Power rake attachments are a must when you’re looking to rake, grade soil, and remove debris. Sure, all of this can be done manually, but expect to put in a lot more hours — and effort — to get the job done. On the other hand, having the right equipment for the job helps you make the best use of your time and stay safe while you’re at it. With the Virnig Power Rake, operators notice better performance and benefit from its additional features.

Here’s how one customer reviewed our power rake attachment:  

Is Low-Quality Construction Equipment Impacting Your Bottom Line?

Posted by: Bryan Virnig on Jun 10, 2019 at 12:39 PM

Time is money. You've heard the saying before. In an industry like construction, where so many variables can get in the way of completing jobs, it’s an even bigger deal. Every construction job has plenty to coordinate around: equipment, workers, other crews, budgetary constraints and the weather. Not to mention the unpredictable surprises lurking underground or inside the walls of a building. These factors aren’t always within our control, but we can control what equipment we purchase.

Hydraulic Maintenance for Your Skid Steer Attachment - What You Need to Know

Posted by: Nick Bruns on May 9, 2019 at 1:30 PM

Hydraulic fluid is the lifeblood of a skid loader. The hydraulic system powers a loader’s tracks (or wheels), lubricates certain areas, and keeps components cool. It also powers hydraulic attachments.

When a hydraulic system is not performing at optimal levels, operators will notice diminished performance. Not all attachments are hydraulic, but for those that are, hydraulic maintenance is essential. Here’s a look at what owners and operators need to know about maintaining attachments with hydraulic function.

10 Tips for Using Your Tree Puller Attachment

Posted by: Nick Bruns on Mar 14, 2019 at 12:46 PM

Wintertime provides a great opportunity to pick out trees, bushes, and fence posts that need to go. But frozen ground means those jobs have to wait for another day. For those of you waiting for the ground to thaw, patiently or not, these tips will prepare you to get the most out of your skid steer tree puller.

Skid Steer Attachments: Buy or Rent?

Posted by: Andy Walz on Feb 19, 2019 at 11:31 AM

Knowing when it's right to buy heavy equipment and when it's right to just rent it isn't always obvious. Both renting and buying come with their own set of benefits and costs, so how do you come out on top? Consider these factors ...

What's the Difference Between Open Front and Closed Front Skid Steer Brush Cutters?

Posted by: Nick Bruns on Jan 22, 2019 at 10:44 AM

When you’re clearing brush, it's important to have the right equipment for the job. With the wide variety of skid steer brush cutters available on the market, knowing how to narrow down your options based on your needs is essential.

Virnig Attachments are Built to Last

Posted by: Tyler Monson on Dec 19, 2018 at 12:11 PM

Since 1989, Virnig has focused on producing high-quality, long-lasting skid steer attachments for you. From engineering and cutting raw materials to machining, welding, and powder coating, Virnig attachments are made in-house. We take pride in that.

Minimize Your Downtime With Skid Steer Grapple Maintenance

Posted by: Nick Bruns on Dec 3, 2018 at 8:51 AM

Are you looking to minimize your downtime with your skid steer grapple? Outside of the machinery being potentially dangerous, you want to make sure you get the most out of your investment. Here are a handful of ways to do just that.

Your Feedback Matters: Product Testing to Better Serve Your Needs

Posted by: Darin Virnig on Nov 27, 2018 at 9:58 AM

We care about your needs. Over the past 28 years, we have built our attachments to better serve you. In our efforts to create and continuously improve, we put our skid steer attachments through extensive product testing. We need to know they can withstand project demands and provide high-end performance, durability, and ease of use .