Fequently Asked Questions

There are several ways to fill, using equipment, backhoe, excavator works the best, tractor, front end loader, skidsteer, a dump truck with the small hatch door built into the tailgate works too, and as a last choice, the dreadful #2 shovel.

Empty: 500 lbs – Full (with rock): Approx. 2,150 lbs (varies with moisture content)

No. The sliding door track clearance is too tight for concrete slurry. Concrete in the Pickle Barrel will cause issues with the door working correctly.

Absolutely! The lid prevents rainwater from entering and compacting material. During extended freezing times, the material will freeze just like your stockpile. It’s suggested to keep in a non-freezing environment during freezing.

During the purchase process it needs to be specified what power supply you prefer. Currently, it can be 120V A.C., a Milwaukee or Makita 5 AMP 18V battery. 5 AMP, 18V is the limited max size at this time.

Depending on your battery’s condition, several weeks can be expected. The entire Pickle Barrel can be emptied in less than 1 minute if you don’t stop the flow to tamp.

A charger or battery can be supplied when requested, but generally not because most people have several batteries on hand.

Yes, industry W.L.L. tags are on the lifting cables and the W.L.L. is on the supplied lifting shackles.

The tag line is used to control the inward swing of full Pickle Barrel to the pole after the pole is in the ground.

No.

Your tagline is a part that needs inspected before every use, and when deemed needing replacement, it is immediately replaced. Your in-house safety committee standards need to be applied to inspect and determine rope replacement. Keeping in mind you’re holding 2,000 lbs weight, a good quality polyester or nylon rope with a new tensile strength rating of 10,000 lbs or higher.

Depending on where your tagline anchor point is located and distance to the pole hole will determine this. Typically a 40’ rope should be ample for 95% of the jobs.

Using the knot of your choice, the rope is tied to the upper D-ring on the side of Pickle Barrel. The bowline knot is quick, easy to tie, will not come unhooked, and easily removed after it is against the pole.

Dirt, contamination and your anchor point size will all affect the life of your rope. Inspect the rope before every use and replace it when deemed necessary. When in doubt, throw it out!

This ring is used to move the barrel into position for removal if it is difficult to reach setting in a trailer or pickup. It can also be used to turn the unit upside down should the need arise to do so after laying the unit on its side.

First, confirm the battery voltage and that the shaker motor is working. If your crushed rock is highly contaminated with dirt, there’s a chance it’ll stick and not flow. If there’s a buildup of dirt, sand, and rock on the bottom, it will cause flow issues. A quick rinse with a hose will clean it out, and you’ll be back in business. Lastly, when starting the flow the first time each use, open the door all the way to get material flowing and then partially close the door to control flow.

When setting a Class II pole to utility standards of 10% plus 2 feet using a 20” auger, you can backfill a 45’ pole.

Yes, 1 year parts and labor. Contact us, ship it back, and we’ll repair it and ship it back to you.

Chances are it’s gotten some contamination in the slider tracks. When empty, lube sparingly and operate the door to distribute the lube evenly. A high quality moly lube is recommended.

Sparingly, every 60 days unless conditions require more often.