How to Choose the Right Outrigger Pad for Heavy Equipment Operations
With several materials and sizes of outrigger pads available, choosing the right one for your specific job can be difficult. You need to know a lot of things about your equipment, ground conditions, and the outrigger pads you’re considering before you make a selection. Let’s look at the information you’ll need.
Common Materials for Outrigger Pads
The most common materials for outrigger pads include the following:
- Polyethylene Composite (UHMWPE or HDPE)
- Steel
- Wood
