Ditch Witch acquires HydraWheel line of rock saws
PERRY, Okla., — Ditch Witch has acquired specific assets from River City Manufacturing Inc., including the HydraWheel design of rock saws. Based out of Bertram, Texas, the company has designed and manufactured rock saws since 1982, earning a strong reputation throughout the industry.
Through this acquisition, Ditch Witch continues to show its commitment to the traditional open-cut utility installation industry. The product line features saws, ranging in depth from 9 to 46 inches, and can be paired with both stand-on skid steers and heavy-duty tractors. As the fiber market continues to drive demand, Ditch Witch is uniquely positioned to meet the needs of contractors around the world.
The rock saws will be manufactured, branded, and sold under the Ditch Witch name and are available through the global Ditch Witch dealer network, with nearly 200 locations worldwide.
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