A world first for mini excavators
The first „all-in-one“ rock crusher, tiller, and mulcher for mini excavators.
With the new PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S PTH Products Maschinenbau is introducing a true innovation to the mini-excavator class: a compact combination machine consisting of Rock crushers, tillers, and mulchers for excavators weighing approx. 2 to 5 tons.
This transforms the existing mini excavator into a completely new work machine for Trail construction, trail restoration, trail maintenance, small-scale path construction, earthwork, forestry work, and work in confined spaces.
PTH is now bringing a feature previously reserved for larger excavators to the compact excavator class: the technology found in PTH’s large excavator milling machines—built for mini excavators.
A clever detail:
The „grading flap“ shaped like an excavator bucket enables the material to be fed into the milling machine and then leveled using a single machine.
Why the EC-S is so appealing to trail builders, earthwork contractors, and mini-excavator owners
Mini excavators are used on almost every construction site, by many earthmoving contractors, in gardening and landscaping, by local governments, tourism businesses, bike parks, and trail builders. They are compact, versatile, and ideal for tight or hard-to-reach areas.
Until now, however, there has been no attachment that truly elevates the mini excavator to a new level of performance.
This is exactly where the PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S to.
With the EC-S, users can not only dig or grade, but also do so right on site:
- Breaking rocks
- milling hard surfaces
- Mulching roots, shrubs, and wood
- recycle existing materials
- Mix and reuse materials
- Repairing paths and trails
- Prepare the surfaces and re-grade them
This turns the mini excavator into a compact Road construction, trail construction, and maintenance machine.
A big THANK YOU for the video to the Shape Syndicate in Saalbach, and Daniel Roos Photography !
Unique in this class of excavators: capable of digging up to 6 cm deep
One of the PTH EC-S’s key selling points is its protruding rotor, which operates below the frame level. This allows the EC-S not only to mulch the surface but also to actually till the soil.
With a Working depth from up to 6 cm The EC-S can directly break up, shred, and reprocess existing material.
This is a key advantage, especially when building trails, rehabilitating paths, or performing small-scale earthwork. The mini-excavator can not only move existing material but also actively work with it.
This means:
- Less material purchased
- less waste disposal
- fewer machine changeovers
- faster renovation
- better use of existing materials
- greater efficiency in small spaces
The leveling flap:
almost like an excavator bucket
Another highlight of the PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S is the optional Leveling flap.
In practice, it works much like an excavator bucket and significantly expands the EC-S’s range of applications. Using the dozer blade, the operator can position, pick up, spread, and finish grading material.
This is a huge advantage, especially when it comes to trail building and small-scale path construction.
This makes the workflow significantly more efficient:
- Submit materials
- Milling material
- Breaking rocks
- Mix soil, stone, and organic material
- Level the surface or trail using the leveling flap
This allows multiple tasks to be completed using a single attachment.
For trail builders, earthwork contractors, and mini-excavator owners, this means getting more out of their existing equipment—without having to make a major additional investment in other specialized machinery.
Specifically designed for trail construction, trail restoration, and trail maintenance
The PTH EC-S was designed specifically with professionals in mind Trail building developed.
Mountain bike trails, bike parks, hiking trails, bike paths, and trails place high demands on bikes: they must be compact, agile, and efficient, while also being sturdy enough to handle rocks, roots, and rough terrain.
Many trail builders and bike parks already use skid steer loaders. With the EC-S, this existing skid steer loader becomes a true trail-building machine.
Typical applications in trail construction:
- Renovation of existing trails
- Maintenance of worn-out trail sections
- Processing of rocky material directly on the trail
- Milling of roots and hard ground
- Re-contouring with the grading flap
- Working on narrow paths and on slopes
- Maintenance of hiking trails, footpaths, and bike park trails
Instead of going to the trouble of delivering new materials or replacing damaged sections, existing materials can be processed and reinstalled right on site.
This saves on transportation costs, reduces road closures, and protects sensitive natural areas.
The Shape Syndicate Austria In action with the PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S in Saalbach, Austria.
Greater cost-effectiveness for earthwork contractors and mini-excavator owners
The EC-S opens up new business opportunities for earthmoving companies, civil engineering firms, construction equipment rental companies, and all owners of mini excavators.
An existing skid-steer loader can be used with the PTH EC-S for applications that would previously have required additional machinery or larger equipment.
The EC-S is particularly suitable for:
- Earthwork contractor
- Civil engineer
- Trail builder
- Bike parks
- Tourism regions
- Ski lift companies
- Municipalities and public works departments
- Gardening and landscaping
- Service provider
- Construction equipment rental company
- Owners of mini excavators and compact excavators
Whether it’s driveways, shoulders, narrow paths, forest roads, parks, trails, or small reclamation sites: The EC-S makes the mini excavator more versatile, productive, and cost-effective.
Technology of the large PTH backhoe loaders – compact for mini excavators
For many years, PTH has been known for its rugged rock crushers, milling machines, and mulchers designed for the toughest applications. This experience is also reflected in the new EC-S.
The PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S brings the technology of the larger PTH Excavator Crusher models to the mini-excavator class.
This means:
- solid construction
- wear-optimized rotor technology
- Durable tools for hard materials
- For use in stone, soil, wood, roots, and shrubs
- Practical damper solutions
- High versatility in a small space
The PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S is not just a simple tiller or mulcher. It is a true PTH combination machine with rock-crushing capabilities.
Why the EC-S is opening up a new market segment
There are a large number of mini excavators in use worldwide. They are easy to transport, versatile, and have long been standard equipment for construction companies, rental firms, local governments, and service providers.
With the EC-S, this existing class of machines can now be used for entirely new applications. The key point:
The PTH EC-S is the only rock crusher in this excavator class.
This provides a clear competitive advantage for users who want to get more out of their mini excavator.
For construction equipment rental companies, this means an additional rental product with significant benefits. For earthwork contractors, it means new applications on small construction sites. For trail builders and bike parks, it means greater efficiency in the construction, renovation, and maintenance of trails.
Applications of the PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S
The EC-S is particularly suitable for:
- Trail building
- Trail Restoration
- Trail maintenance
- MTB trails and bike parks
- Hiking trails and paths
- Bike paths
- small-scale road construction
- Earthwork on small sites
- Verge maintenance
- Slope maintenance
- Forestry work
- Young forest management
- Fruit Growing and Viticulture
- municipal maintenance work
- Working in confined spaces
- hard-to-reach locations
Anywhere a mini excavator is used and hard materials need to be handled, the EC-S offers a real ADDED VALUE.
Conclusion:
The EC-S turns the mini excavator into a trail- and road-building machine
The PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S is a world first in the mini-excavator class.
A unique combination unit consisting of Rock crushers, tillers, and mulchers he brings the technology of large PTH excavator milling machines to the mini-excavator. With approx. 5 to 6 cm working depth, optional Leveling flap With its ability to work with stone, wood, roots, and other hard materials right on site, the EC-S elevates the mini excavator to a whole new class of work machine.
The following applies to trail builders, earthwork contractors, construction equipment rental companies, local governments, tourism regions, and mini-excavator owners:
More applications. Greater cost-effectiveness. With the mini excavator.
FAQ
What is the PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S?
The PTH Excavator Crusher EC-S is a compact attachment for mini excavators. It combines a rock crusher, a tiller, and a mulcher in a single unit and was designed for trail construction, small-scale road construction, earthwork, forestry work, and maintenance tasks.
For which excavators is the EC-S suitable?
The EC-S is designed for mini excavators and compact excavators weighing approximately 2 to 5 tons.
What makes the EC-S unique?
The EC-S is the only rock crusher in this class of excavators. It brings the technology of the large PTH excavator attachments to the mini-excavator and can not only mulch but also process rock and hard materials.
How deep does the EC-S penetrate the soil?
Thanks to the protruding rotor, the EC-S can work up to 6 cm deep into the soil. This actively cuts, breaks up, and processes the existing material.
What is the leveling flap used for?
The grading blade can be used much like an excavator bucket. It is used for placing, spreading, and finishing material. This is a clear advantage, especially in trail construction and small-scale path building.
Is the EC-S suitable for trail building?
Yes. The EC-S was specifically designed for trail construction, trail restoration, and trail maintenance. It is suitable for MTB trails, bike parks, hiking trails, bike paths, footpaths, and hard-to-reach areas.
What materials can the EC-S process?
The EC-S can process, grind, crush, mulch, and mix stone, soil, roots, wood, shrubs, and hard materials.
Which customers benefit most from EC-S?
The EC-S is particularly appealing to trail builders, bike parks, earthwork contractors, civil engineering firms, construction equipment rental companies, local governments, landscaping companies, forestry service providers, tourism regions, and all owners of mini excavators.
Why is the EC-S cost-effective?
The EC-S utilizes existing mini excavators for additional applications. Material can be processed and reused directly on site. This reduces transportation costs, the need to switch machines, and the amount of labor required.
Is the EC-S a mulcher?
No. It’s much more than that. The EC-S is a combination machine that serves as a rock crusher, tiller, and mulcher.
This sets it apart from traditional tillers and mulchers.