‘World’s first’ electric breaker revealed

Leila Steed Editor, Demolition & Recycling International

25 September 2023

Finnish technology company Lekatech has revealed what is thought to be the world’s first electric hammer attachment.

Powered by the company’s patented linear electric motor technology, Lekatech’s electric breaker is designed for use with electric powered excavators.

According to the manufacturer, which began developing the product in 2016, the hammer is 70% more energy efficient that conventional breakers, thanks to its “seamless integration” with the carrier machine.…

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