Bulldozers, excavators and other types of heavy machinery are built to shape the earth. However, they often do so in ways that are unintentional. The intense pressure these massive machines exert on the ground can have unintended negative consequences on the site. Wheels and treads may tear up lawns and carefully manicured landscaping. Hills and slopes may be pushed out of place, leading to soil erosion. Delicate ecosystems can be so critically damaged that it may take decades for the balance to be restored. These are just a few examples of how heavy equipment ruins the ground, and they can create serious headaches for contractors.
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