How To Choose the Right-Size Pipelayer For Your Pipeline Job

Choose the Right-Sized Pipelayer

From exploration to cutting and leveling Right-of-Way, from mainline trenching, stringing, laying-in pipe, and on through backfilling and site restoration— Caterpillar has a complete line up of products to choose from for pipeline work, whatever your needs.

Sizing The Right Pipelayer For Your Application

Basic information required includes:

  • Pipe diameter and weight per linear foot
  • Ditch width and depth
  • Distance from ditch (safe slope) required by soil conditions
  • Acceptable distance between pipe lifting points while suspended
  • Operating safety factor
  • Length of pipe to be suspended during laying-in
  • Ground conditions / road bed preparation

For more information and help choosing the right machines for your pipeline job, contact the pipeline experts at your Cat® dealership.