YG offers pile driver machines for different construction applications, including solar foundation installation, highway guardrail construction, and other piling projects. Our product range includes specialized piling machines and excavator-mounted pile driving attachments, depending on the model.
Choosing the right machine depends on pile specifications, ground conditions, installation depth, and project requirements. Contact our team with your project details to discuss suitable equipment configurations and request a quotation.
What Is a Pile Driver Machine?
A pile driver machine is designed to drive piles, posts, pipes, or foundation elements into the ground using hydraulic impact force, vibration, rotary drilling technology, or a combination of these methods.
Compared with traditional manual installation methods, hydraulic pile driving equipment offers:
- Higher installation speed
- Improved pile positioning accuracy
- Reduced labor requirements
- Lower operating costs
- Better performance in hard soil conditions
- Greater adaptability to different project types
Modern pile driving machines are often multifunctional. In addition to pile driving, many models can perform drilling, pile extraction, and ground screw installation, making them ideal for contractors who handle multiple types of foundation projects.
Types of Pile Driver Machines
Excavator Pile Driver Attachment
Excavator pile drivers are hydraulic attachments mounted on excavators for pile driving applications. Compared with self-propelled pile driving rigs, excavator-mounted pile drivers provide greater flexibility and lower investment costs. They are widely used in solar farm construction, sheet piling, foundation engineering, and waterfront projects.
| Specification | YG-45 | YG-80 | YG-125 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suitable Excavator | 12–18 T | 20–27 T | 30–40 T |
| Working Flow Rate | 113 L/min* | 200 L/min* | 260 L/min* |
| Maximum Working Pressure | 35 MPa | 35 MPa | 35 MPa |
| Maximum Vibration Force | 343 kN | 450 kN | 695 kN |
| Listed Frequency Rating | 2,500 rpm* | 2,500 rpm* | 2,080 rpm* |
| Maximum Pile Extraction Force | 120 kN | 120 kN | 168 kN |
| Maximum Outer Diameter of Pipe Piles | ≤ 300 mm | ≤ 300 mm | ≤ 300 mm |
| Attachment Weight | 1,350 kg | 2,300 kg | 2,800 kg |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 2,306 × 1,268 × 680 mm | 2,306 × 1,268 × 680 mm | 2,610 × 1,616 × 746 mm |
Solar Pile Driver
YG Solar Pile Drivers are designed for photovoltaic foundation construction. Depending on the model and configuration, they can drive piles, drill pilot holes, install ground screws, and extract piles, helping reduce the need for multiple machines on site.
Applications: Utility-scale solar farms, PV mounting systems, ground screw foundations, and solar tracking systems.
Compatible Pile Types: C-channel piles, H-beams, round steel piles, ground screws, and customized solar foundation piles.
Key Benefits: Versatile operation, flexible configurations, and improved on-site efficiency.
| Hydraulic photovoltaic pile driver | |||
| Overall dimensions | 4700*2100*2800mm | Drill pipe rotational speed | 180r/min |
| Track shoe width | 400mm | gradability | 30° |
| motor | 4108 | rock hardness | 6-20F |
| Drilling diameter | 80-500mm | Slide tilt angle | 120° |
| Drilling depth | 0-6m | Drill arm swing angle | left and right150° |
| Reducer torque | 13000n.m | Slide swing angle | left and right40° |
| Mainstream pump | triple pump | Driving speed | 0-3km/h |
| oil pump | 40/40/32 | ||
Solar Screw Pile Driver
YG Solar Screw Pile Drivers can be configured with high-torque hydraulic rotary heads to install ground screws and helical piles. Depending on the machine configuration, they can also support drilling, pile driving, and pile extraction.
Applications: Solar farms, agricultural facilities, modular buildings, temporary structures, and fencing projects.
Compatible Piles: Ground screws and helical piles.
Key Benefits: High-torque installation, versatile configurations, and efficient ground screw installation.
| Model | YG-32S Solar Screw Pile Driver |
| Rig Weight | 1.2 tons |
| Engine Power | 32 HP |
| Rotary Head Torque | 3500 N·m |
| Borehole Diameter | 50–300 mm |
| Pile Depth | 1–3 m (customizable) |
| Walking Mode | Crawler gearbox |
| Climbing Ability | 35° |
| Hydraulic Legs | 4 |
| Applicable Soil | Medium soil, clay, weathered rock |
Guardrail Pile Driver
YG Guardrail Pile Drivers are designed for installing highway guardrail posts and roadside safety barriers. Hydraulic operation helps contractors improve installation efficiency and maintain accurate post alignment.
Applications: Highway guardrails, roadside fencing, road safety barriers, and transportation infrastructure projects.
Target Users: Road construction contractors, highway maintenance companies, and municipal engineering departments.
Key Benefits: Efficient post installation, accurate alignment, and suitability for road construction and maintenance.
| Model | YG230-260 |
| Diesel engine power | 20kw |
| Working pressure | 16Mpa |
| Workflow | 36-56L/min |
| Working height | 700-2600mm |
| Dimension | 2300*2200*2000mm |
| Weight | 2500kg |
How to Choose the Right Pile Driver Machine
Before selecting a pile driver machine, consider the following factors:
- Pile specifications: Confirm the pile material, dimensions, length, and required installation depth.
- Ground conditions: Soil type and penetration resistance affect the suitable piling method.
- Project application: Solar foundations, highway guardrails, and general foundation work may require different equipment.
- Equipment configuration: For excavator-mounted attachments, provide the excavator model, operating weight, and hydraulic specifications.
Share these details with YG to help our team assess equipment compatibility and recommend a suitable configuration.
Know more about Pile Driving Equipment: Types & Selection Guide
Why Choose YG Pile Driver Machines?
YG Machinery supplies high-performance pile driving equipment for customers worldwide.
Advantages include:
- Factory-direct pricing
- Customized machine configurations
- Professional technical support
- Fast spare parts supply
- Multiple machine models available
- Global export experience
Our machines are widely used in solar energy projects, foundation engineering, road construction, and infrastructure development projects across more than 20 countries.
Request a Free Quote
Looking for a reliable pile driver machine for your next project?
Please send us the following information:
- Project location
- Pile type
- Pile diameter
- Pile length
- Soil condition
- Required machine function (piling, drilling, extracting, or screw installation)
Our engineers will recommend the most suitable pile driver solution and provide a competitive factory quotation.
