Berlon Industries 36-Inch Trencher for Skid Steers
Overview
Berlon Industries' 36-inch trencher is a Canadian-made chain trenching attachment for skid steers on irrigation, drainage, and utility trench work. Alberta-manufactured to handle the demanding Canadian Prairie conditions including frost-hardened soil and rocky terrain. The 36-inch depth suits standard irrigation and drainage tile installations on Prairie farms and construction sites. Available through Berlon's Canadian dealer channels.
Canada Availability
Best for: irrigation, drainage tile, utility installations
Compare with: Baumalight TR418 36-Inch Trencher for Skid Steers · Baumalight TR418 Skid Steer Trencher
Key Facts
- Digging depth: 36 inches
- Type: chain trencher
- Manufacturer: Canadian-made by Berlon Industries, Alberta
- Application: irrigation, drainage tile, utility installations
- Drive: hydraulic motor
Is This Right For You?
✅ Buy if…
- You trench through soft to moderate soil for utilities, drainage, or irrigation lines at 36–60 inch depth
- Your soil is clay, loam, sandy loam, or river bottom — chain trenchers cut fast in these conditions
⛔ Skip if…
- Your soil is solid rock, dense caliche, or Shield granite — chain links and sprockets wear out fast in rock
- You trench in deeply frozen Prairie ground regularly — rock chain at 3–5× wear rate makes winter trenching expensive
🔍 Also consider…
- Rock wheel trencher if your ground is consistently rocky or hardpan
- Standard auger if you're drilling individual holes rather than continuous trench lines
Compatible with all skid steer brands and compact track loaders via universal SSQA quick attach. Mid-frame machines (S450–S650 class) are the most common fit.
About Berlon in Canada
Berlon Industries builds attachments in Alberta, making them one of the few truly Prairie-made brands. Berlon products are engineered for Canadian conditions with local dealer support across Western Canada.
✅ Last checked: March 2026