Volume 8, Issue 4, April – 2023 International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology

ISSN No:-2456-2165

Replacement of Equipments at Construction Site

Chandrashekhar Nivrutti Wani.
Prajakta Chandrashekhar Wani.
Prajwal Chandrashekhar Wani.

Abstract:- The study examines the factors that influence equipment replacement decisions, explore the different
equipment replacement decisions, including equipment strategies and models used in equipment replacement planning,
condition, technological advancements, regulatory and provide practical recommendations and guidelines for
requirements, and financial considerations. There is the successful equipment replacement at construction sites.
need of replacement of equipments for various reasons,
including technical obsolescence, wear and tear, damage, II. METHODOLOGY
safety concerns, changes in regulations or industry
standards. The existing research provides insight into
methodologies, models and factors used to make informed
decision about equipment replacement, with a focus on
optimizing maintenance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
It also highlights the importance of effective
communication, risk management, and project
management. The Methodology for replacing equipment
involves assessing the current equipment, defining
replacement requirements, developing a replacement plan,
implementing the replacement and conducting post-
replacement evaluation. The replacement of equipment
improved the safety, increased reliability, and better
compliance with regulations and industrial standards.

Keywords: Equipment Replacement, Decisions, Current

Equipment, Industrial Standards.

I. INTRODUCTION

The construction industry heavily relies on the use of

equipment for various tasks such as excavation, grading,
material handling, and transportation. However, with the aging
of equipment and increased demands for higher productivity,
construction companies are increasingly considering
equipment replacement as a viable option to optimize their
operations. Equipment replacement can help address various
issues, including outdated technology, inefficiency, safety
concerns, and regulatory compliance. Nonetheless, replacing
Fig 1 Steps for replacement of equipments
equipment can be a complex process that involves assessing
the equipment's condition, evaluating the cost-benefit analysis
Replacing equipment at a construction site may be
of purchasing new equipment, and planning for the transition
necessary due to various reasons such as equipment failure,
process. Effective communication with stakeholders and
damage, or obsolescence. The following steps can be taken for
providing appropriate training on new equipment is also
replacing equipment at a construction site:
essential. Successful equipment replacement requires careful
planning, effective project management, and a focus on  Determine the need for replacement: Assess the condition
achieving project objectives while minimizing risk and of the equipment and determine if it needs to be replaced.
maximizing efficiency. This research paper aims to examine This can be done through routine inspections and
the process of equipment replacement at construction sites and maintenance checks.
its impact on project efficiency, safety, and cost. The paper  Identify suitable replacement equipment: Once it has been
will provide an overview of the factors that influence established that the equipment needs to be replaced,

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identify the most suitable replacement equipment based on  Pavers: Pavers are used for laying asphalt or concrete on
the required specifications and budget. roads, parking lots, and other surfaces. They may need to
 Arrange for transportation: If the replacement equipment is be replaced due to wear and tear, mechanical failure, or
not already on site, arrange for its transportation to the obsolescence.
construction site. This may involve hiring a transportation A small mini-paver in India can cost around 10 to 20 lakh
company or using the services of a equipment rental rupees, while a larger paver can range from 40 lakh to 1
company. crore rupees
 Prepare the site: Prepare the site where the new equipment  Compactors: Compactors are used to compress and flatten
will be installed. This may involve clearing the area and surfaces such as soil, asphalt, and concrete. They may need
ensuring that the site is level and stable. to be replaced due to mechanical failure, wear and tear, or
 Install the new equipment: Install the new equipment and obsolescence.
ensure that it is properly connected and functioning. This A small mini-compactor in India can cost around 5 to 10
may require the services of a qualified technician or lakh rupees, while a larger compactor can range from 20
engineer. lakh to 50 lakh rupees
 Dispose of old equipment: Properly dispose of the old  Concrete mixers: Concrete mixers are used for mixing and
equipment in accordance with local regulations. This may transporting concrete to construction sites. They may need
involve recycling or disposing of the equipment in a to be replaced due to wear and tear, mechanical failure, or
landfill. obsolescence.
 Train personnel: Train personnel on the proper use and A small portable concrete mixer in India can cost around
maintenance of the new equipment to ensure that it 30,000 to 50,000 rupees, while larger stationary mixers can
operates safely and efficiently.[1] range from 1 lakh to 10 lakh rupees.
 Generators: Generators are used to provide temporary
A. Equipments: power to construction sites. They may need to be replaced
Equipment that may need to be replaced at a construction due to mechanical failure, wear and tear, or obsolescence.
site can include: A small portable generator in India can cost around 10,000
 Excavators: Excavators are heavy equipment used for to 20,000 rupees, while larger stationary generators can
digging and excavation. They may need to be replaced due range from 1 lakh to 10 lakh rupees.
to wear and tear, mechanical failure, or damage.  Welding machines: Welding machines are used for
A small mini-excavator in India can cost around 10 to 25 welding metal parts at construction sites. They may need to
lakh rupees, while a larger excavator can range from 30 be replaced due to mechanical failure, wear and tear, or
lakh to 1 crore rupees. obsolescence. A basic arc welding machine in India can
 Loaders: Loaders are used to load materials such as soil, cost around 5,000 to 10,000 rupees, while a more advanced
rocks, and debris into trucks. They may need to be MIG or TIG welding machine can range from 20,000 to 1
replaced due to mechanical failure or damage. lakh rupees
A small mini-loader in India can cost around 5 to 15 lakh  Air compressors: Air compressors are used for powering
rupees, while a larger loader can range from 20 lakh to 50 pneumatic tools such as jackhammers, drills, and nail guns.
lakh rupees. They may need to be replaced due to mechanical failure,
 Cranes: Cranes are used to lift heavy objects and materials wear and tear, or obsolescence.
at construction sites. They may need to be replaced due to A small portable air compressor in India can cost around
mechanical failure, damage, or obsolescence. 5,000 to 10,000 rupees, while larger stationary
A small mini-crane in India can cost around 10 to 20 lakh compressors can range from 20,000 to 1 lakh rupees
rupees, while a larger crane can range from 50 lakh to 5  Hydraulic equipment: Hydraulic equipment such as
crore rupees. excavators, bulldozers, and cranes rely on hydraulic
 Bulldozers: Bulldozers are used to move large quantities of systems to function properly. Components of these systems
soil, sand, and other materials. They may need to be may need to be replaced due to wear and tear, mechanical
replaced due to wear and tear, mechanical failure, or failure, or damage. Hydraulic equipment
damage. such as pumps, valves, and cylinders can range in cost
A small mini-bulldozer in India can cost around 20 to 40 from a few thousand rupees to several lakhs of rupees,
lakh rupees, while a larger bulldozer can range from 50 depending on the specific equipment and its specifications.
lakh to 2 crore rupees. For example, a basic hydraulic pump can cost around
 Backhoes: Backhoes are used for excavation and digging. 10,000 to 20,000 rupees, while a high-performance
They may need to be replaced due to mechanical failure, hydraulic cylinder can cost upwards of 1 lakh rupees.
damage, or obsolescence.  Power tools: Power tools such as saws, drills, and grinders
A small mini-backhoe in India can cost around 10 to 20 are used for cutting, drilling, and shaping materials at
lakh rupees, while a larger backhoe can range from 30 lakh construction sites. They may need to be replaced due to
to 80 lakh rupees. wear and tear, mechanical failure, or obsolescence.

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A basic power tool like a drill machine in India can cost  Deterioration: If the equipment has deteriorated over time
around 1,000 to 5,000 rupees, while a more advanced due to wear and tear, corrosion, or other factors, it may no
power tool like a circular saw or angle grinder can range longer be safe or effective to use.[3,5]
from 5,000 to 20,000 rupees.[2,4]
III. CONCLUSION
B. Factors Affecting :
The replacement of equipment at a construction site can
have a significant impact on the project timeline, budget, and
overall success of the project. It is important for project
managers to carefully plan for equipment replacement and
budget accordingly to minimize the impact on the project.

Lessons can be learned from the equipment replacement

process, such as the importance of regular maintenance,
planning for equipment replacement in advance, proper
disposal of old equipment, documenting the replacement
process, training staff on new equipment, and conducting post-
replacement reviews.

By taking these lessons into consideration and

implementing them in future equipment replacement processes,
project managers can improve the effectiveness and efficiency
of equipment replacement and minimize the impact on the
project timeline and budget. Ultimately, proper equipment
replacement is essential to the success of any construction
Fig 2:- Factors Affecting project and should be given careful consideration and attention.

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