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Clamshell Bucket Design Expands Loader Capabilities on Jobsites

A clamshell bucket attachment supports material handling, grading and unloading tasks across skid-steer and loader applications on construction sites.

Clamshell Bucket Design Expands Loader Capabilities on Jobsites

Bucket attachments remain a key component of skid-steer loaders, tractor loaders and wheel loaders used across construction sites where maneuverability and efficient material handling are required. These attachments enable crews to manage loose and irregular materials in tight work areas where larger machines are impractical.

Versa Corp has introduced the Versa Bucket, a multi-purpose bucket attachment designed with a clamshell configuration that supports controlled gripping and containment of materials during loading, transport and unloading operations.

The bucket is produced in multiple sizes to accommodate different loader platforms. Its steel jaw and gripping teeth allow operators to secure materials during handling, helping reduce spillage and improve control when working with debris, soil, sand, gravel and demolition waste.

Beyond material transport, the bucket is used for shallow excavation tasks, including topsoil removal and backfilling trenches or foundations where precision excavation is not required. It also supports grading and leveling work, aggregate spreading and surface preparation activities commonly performed during site development.

On jobsites, loaders equipped with buckets are frequently used to organize materials, move stockpiles, clear travel paths and maintain safe working conditions. During disposal operations, the bucket is used to load trucks, bins and roll-off containers with waste or processed materials.

The clamshell design enables material to be discharged without fully tipping the bucket forward, providing a higher discharge point and allowing operators to confirm complete unloading visually. This can reduce repeated tipping motions during discharge.

Multi-purpose bucket attachments are used across construction projects to support efficient material handling, cleanup and site preparation while limiting the need for multiple specialized attachments.

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