DECKHAND® Pipe Handler

Building a legacy, one job at a time.

Founded in safety. Grounded in innovation. DECKHAND® has built its pipe handling legacy on major infrastructure projects worldwide. From pipe to poles, drill rod to road mats—the modular DECKHAND® system handles it all.

DECKHAND® EXCAVATOR ATTACHMENT

Engineered around optimal safety, the DECKHAND® by LaValley Industries allows precise load handling and placement without the need for a ground crew working in the vicinity of moving pipe, poles or road mats. DECKHAND® is designed to work safely in any weather condition, including wind, mud, snow and ice.

The DECKHAND® system is a modular design that consists of a main head unit used with a variety of interchangeable arms. The main head mounts to any brand of excavator—the excavator’s auxiliary hydraulics then safely and efficiently power the DECKHAND® system. The interchangeable arms are used to pick up pipe, poles, casings or road mats and securely lift, lower, rotate, and tilt the load under the total control of the operator. Arms can grip securely from an off-center position, allowing maximum control in areas with tight accessibility.

Achieve controlled, 360° precision material handling—whatever the conditions—with DECKHAND®.

An image of the DECKHAND® attachment head, part of the modular DECKHAND® system. Pipe handler, utility pole handler, road mat handler, drill rod handler—it's the everything handler.
 

DECKHAND® Features

Basic Features:

  • Head unit mounts to any brand of excavator in the 20 to 36 metric ton range.
  • 360° Continuous Rotation.
  • In-Cab display allows operator to safely monitor and adjust all functions, working parameters, and hydraulic settings from inside the excavator or prime mover.
  • Designed with load holding valves so that pipe is held securely regardless of hydraulic pressure.
  • Main beam can tilt up to 15 degrees in either direction.
  • Shift function allows Arms to shift up to 5.5 inches along the Main Beam.
  • Powered by the auxiliary circuit on excavator or prime mover.

Easy Installation:

  • The DECKHAND® pins can be easily adjusted for diameter to allow for easy installation on any stick. DECKHAND® is connected to the auxiliary circuit through the use of two hydraulic quick connects.
  • Excavator hand grips are replaced with DECKHAND® control handles. In-cab monitor and electronic cab box are installed inside cab.

PRODUCT BENEFITS:

Strong, safe, and versatile, the DECKHAND® revolutionizes the way contractors handle loads. Unmatched speed and precision out-performs all other material handling methods.

Product specifications:

  • Part Number: 3815
  • Model Number: DH4
  • Excavator Wt Class: 20-36 METRIC TON
  • Supply Pressure: 3,000 PSI / 207 BAR
  • Standard Recommended Flow: 25 GPM / 95 LPM
  • Max Flow: 30 GPM / 114 LPM
  • Min Flow: 20 GPM / 76 LPM
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6x6
  • Capacity: 30,000 LBS / 13,608 KGS
  • Weight: 2,900 LBS / 1,315 KGS
  • Overall Dimensions (inches): 83L X 37W X 63H
  • Shipping Stand P/N: 1270
  • Shipping Weight w/ Stand: 3,714 LBS / 1,685 KGS

The DECKHAND® Comfortably Serves These Industries:

Pipeline Construction Contractors Horizontal Directional Drilling Contractors Pipe Transport Companies Pipe Manufacturers Pipe Holding Yards Pipe Repair and Integrity Dig Contractors Utility Construction Contractors Road Building and Maintenance Contractors Steel Manufacturers and Scrap Processors

 

DECKHAND® Arms

20 in. Pipe Arm
24 in. Pipe Arm
4-12 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm
14-18 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm
Utility Arm S
Utility Arm HP
Directional Drill Arm
Interchangeable Material Handling Arm
Mat Arm
20 Inch Pipe Arm

20" PIPE ARM

  • Description: 20 Inch Pipe Arm
  • Model Number: PA 20
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Capacity (per two arms): 13,000 LB / 5,897 KG
  • Weight: 680 LB / 308 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (inches): 54L X 43W X 54H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate): 1,800 LB / 816 KG

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24 Inch Pipe Arm

24" PIPE ARM

  • Description: 24 Inch Pipe Arm
  • Model Number: PA 24
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Capacity (per two arms): 16,000 LB / 7,257 KG
  • Weight: 700 LB / 318 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (inches): 54L X 43W X 54H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate): 1,960 LB / 889 KG

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4-12 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm

4"-12" Interchangeable Pipe Arm

  • Description: 4-12 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm
  • Model Number: IPA
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Capacity (per two arms): 11,000 LB / 4,990 KG
  • Weight (without tips): 320 LB / 145 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate)(inches): 40L X 34W X 44H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 970 LB / 440 KG

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14-18 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm

14"-18" Interchangeable PIPE ARM

  • Description: 14-18 Inch Interchangeable Pipe Arm
  • Model Number: IPAM
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Capacity (per two arms): 13,000 LB / 5,897 KG
  • Weight (without tips): 620 LB / 281 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (inches): 54L X 43W X 54H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 1,800 LB / 816 KG

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Utility Arm S

UTILITY ARM S

  • Description: Utility Arm S
  • Model Number: UAS
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Material Capacity: 2-16 IN
  • Capacity (per two arms): 5,000 LB / 2,268 KG
  • Weight (without tips): 372 LB / 168 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate)(inches): 42L X 38W X 49H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 944 LB / 427 KG

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Utility Arm HP

Utility Arm HP

  • Description: Utility Arm HP
  • Model Number: UAHP
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Material Capacity: 7-26 IN
  • Capacity (per two arms): 17,000 LB / 7,711 KG
  • Weight: 725 LB / 329 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate) (inches): 54L X 43W X 54H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate): 2,010 LB / 912 KG

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Directional Drilling Arm

Directional Drill Arm

  • Description: Directional Drilling Arm
  • Model Number: DD
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Material Capacity: 3.5-9 IN
  • Capacity (per two arms): 11,000 LB / 4,990 KG
  • Weight: 400 LB / 181 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate) (inches): 40L X 34W X 44H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate): 1,130 LB / 513 KG

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Interchangeable Material Handling Arm

Interchangeable Material Handling Arm

  • Description: Interchangeable Material Handling Arm
  • Model Number: IMHA
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Material Capacity: 4-8 IN
  • Capacity (per two arms): 11,000 LB / 4,990 KG
  • Weight (without tips): 550 LB / 250 KG
  • Shipping Dimension (arm set in crate) (inches): 40L X 34W X 44H
  • Shipping Weight (arm set w/ crate without tips): 1,430 LB / 649 KG

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Mat Arm

Mat Arm

  • Description: Mat Arm
  • Model Number: MA
  • Main Beam Size (inches): 6 X 6
  • Capacity (per two arms): 16,000 LB / 7,258 KG
  • Weight (without tips): 1,000 LB / 454 KG
  • Mat Width Range (Feet): 3', 4', 5' and 8'
  • Shipping Dimension (inches): 64L X 64W X 51H
  • Shipping Weight: 3,215 LB / 1,458 KG

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