High Reach Demolition for Large Structural Projects
Demolishing tall buildings, industrial structures and complex infrastructure requires specialised machinery designed specifically for safe work at height. Perfect Contracting operates advanced demolition equipment including the Volvo EC480 High Reach Demolition Excavator, one of the most capable machines in our demolition fleet.
This purpose-built demolition excavator allows our team to safely dismantle structures at heights of up to 28 metres, making it ideal for large structural demolition, industrial decommissioning and redevelopment site clearance.
Perfect Contracting deploys high reach demolition equipment across Sydney, Brisbane and the wider East Coast of Australia, supporting infrastructure upgrades, commercial redevelopment projects and industrial demolition works.
What Is the Volvo EC480 High Reach Demolition Excavator?
The Volvo EC480 High Reach demolition excavator is a heavy-duty demolition machine engineered specifically for safely dismantling tall structures.
Unlike standard excavators, high reach demolition machines feature extended demolition booms and reinforced structures that allow operators to work safely at height while maintaining stability and control.
The EC480 platform is widely used around the world for complex demolition projects due to its power, stability and modular demolition boom system.
At Perfect Contracting, this machine is commonly used for:
High rise demolition
Industrial facility demolition
Bridge demolition
Infrastructure demolition
Structural dismantling
Major redevelopment site clearance
Because of its reliability and performance, the Volvo EC480 has become one of the key machines in our expanding demolition fleet.
Volvo EC480 High Reach – Key Technical Specifications
Understanding the capability of high reach demolition machinery is essential when planning demolition works.
Machine: Volvo EC480 High Reach Demolition Excavator
Key technical specifications include:
Operating weight: approximately 63–65 tonnes
Maximum demolition height: 28 metres
Maximum horizontal reach: 16 metres
Maximum attachment weight at full height: 3.5 tonne demolition tool
Preferred demolition configuration: 22 metre reach with up to 5 tonne demolition tool
Transport width: approximately 3.4 metres
Transport height: approximately 3.7 metres
Undercarriage: hydraulic extendable demolition undercarriage for increased stability
Operator cab: tilting demolition cab with falling object protection
These specifications allow the EC480 to safely dismantle large concrete and steel structures while maintaining full control during demolition operations.
High Reach Demolition Performance
One of the key advantages of the Volvo EC480 is its ability to safely perform demolition work at heights of up to 28 metres, equivalent to approximately nine to ten storeys.
At this reach, the excavator can operate demolition tools weighing up to 3.5 tonnes, making it suitable for heavy structural demolition including:
Reinforced concrete demolition
High rise building demolition
Bridge demolition
Industrial plant demolition
Structural steel dismantling
The machine’s modular demolition boom system allows different boom configurations to be installed depending on the demolition scope and structural conditions of the project.
Preferred Demolition Configuration for Maximum Productivity
While the EC480 can operate at 28 metres, Perfect Contracting often deploys the machine in a 22 metre demolition configuration.
This configuration allows the excavator to operate larger demolition attachments of up to 5 tonnes, significantly increasing demolition productivity.
Typical attachments used in this configuration include:
5 tonne demolition shears
5 tonne concrete pulverisers
Heavy-duty concrete crushers
Operating at this height provides the ideal balance between reach, stability and demolition power, particularly when dismantling reinforced concrete buildings and industrial facilities.
Premium Demolition Attachments
To maximise demolition performance, Perfect Contracting equips its high reach excavators with industry-leading demolition attachments from global manufacturers.
These attachments include:
Fortress Demolition Shears (USA)
High-performance steel cutting shears designed for heavy structural demolition and industrial dismantling.
OSA Demolition Shears (Italy)
Precision demolition shears commonly used in reinforced concrete and steel demolition projects.
Fortress Concrete Pulverisers
Powerful attachments used for crushing reinforced concrete structures during demolition works.
Atlas Copco Hydraulic Hammers
Industry-leading hydraulic breakers used for primary concrete demolition and heavy rock breaking.
These premium attachments allow Perfect Contracting to perform controlled structural demolition while maintaining high productivity and safety standards.
Demolition Projects Across the East Coast of Australia
Perfect Contracting operates demolition equipment across major construction markets throughout the East Coast of Australia.
Our high reach demolition excavators regularly support projects in:
Sydney
Brisbane
Newcastle
Canberra
Mackay
Townsville
Cairns
Gold Coast
Sunshine Coast
Regional New South Wales and Queensland
These machines are commonly used on projects involving:
Industrial facility demolition
High rise demolition
Infrastructure demolition
Structural demolition
Large redevelopment site clearances
Our ability to mobilise specialised demolition equipment quickly across these regions allows Perfect Contracting to support major construction and infrastructure projects throughout Australia.
Safety and Operator Visibility
High reach demolition requires exceptional safety standards and precise operator control.
The Volvo EC480 includes a tilting demolition cab, allowing operators to maintain direct visibility of the demolition attachment when working at height.
Additional safety systems include:
Falling object protection structures
Reinforced demolition cab
Extendable hydraulic undercarriage for improved stability
Heavy debris protection systems
These features ensure operators maintain full control when dismantling structures at height, significantly improving safety on complex demolition projects.
Expanding the Perfect Contracting Demolition Fleet
Demand for specialised demolition contractors continues to grow across major construction markets including Sydney, Brisbane, Newcastle, Canberra and North Queensland cities such as Mackay, Townsville and Cairns.
To support this demand, Perfect Contracting continues to invest in modern demolition equipment including high reach demolition excavators.
Expanding our demolition fleet allows us to support:
Infrastructure demolition projects
Industrial decommissioning works
Commercial redevelopment sites
Major early works demolition packages
By investing in modern demolition technology, Perfect Contracting continues to deliver safe, efficient and technically advanced demolition solutions across Australia.
High Reach Demolition Contractor – East Coast Australia
Perfect Contracting provides demolition services across Sydney, Brisbane and the wider East Coast construction market, supporting projects across New South Wales and Queensland.
Our demolition capabilities include:
High reach demolition
Industrial demolition
Structural demolition
Infrastructure demolition
Early works demolition
By combining specialised demolition equipment with highly experienced demolition operators, Perfect Contracting delivers complex demolition projects safely and efficiently.
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