Attachment selection guide
Orange-Peel Grapples
Orange-peel grapples close several tines or shells around irregular bulk material. Their geometry suits scrap and waste handling, while shell coverage changes how well the tool captures and retains smaller pieces.
Selection criteria
- Tine and shell form
- Compare penetration and retention for the actual material stream.
- Installed assembly
- Include grapple, rotator, suspension and hoses in the load calculation.
- Opening and closure
- Check capture of typical pieces and the minimum practical retained load.
- Hydraulic circuits
- Confirm opening/closing and rotation requirements separately.
Working setup
- Position the grapple for controlled capture rather than dragging it through an unsuitable load.
- Lift only retained material within the carrier’s documented limits.
- Place and release the load with visibility of the receiving area.
Maintenance and wear checks
- Inspect tine wear, pivots, cylinders and structural joints.
- Check hose protection and the freedom of the suspension.
- Clean contamination and service the rotator and grapple according to their own manuals.
Questions before choosing
- Is nominal volume a payload rating?
- No. Material density and filling behaviour determine mass.
- Can an open design retain all waste fractions?
- No. Compare shell coverage and practical retention for the normal material.
Confirm compatibility
Compare the exact tool model with the carrier documentation, approved mounting interface and complete assembly weight. Hydraulic tools also require a suitable supply, return arrangement and control connection. Ratings apply to the configuration stated by the manufacturer.
Ask for installation information, service access and replacement parts before ordering. Use the related guides below to compare the carrier, application and other tools for the same task.