How to Commission a Piling Rig Properly

Buying a piling rig is only the beginning. What happens after delivery can have a huge impact on your machine's performance, reliability, and your relationship with the supplier. In this episode of TerraQuip Talk, Mike shares why the commissioning process is one of the most important stages of any piling rig purchase. From checking every component on delivery to rigging up the machine safely, verifying fluid levels, and supporting operators on site, you'll learn the practical steps that help prevent costly mistakes before the first hole is drilled. Drawing on TerraQuip's experience commissioning more than 50 piling rigs across Australia, this episode also covers real lessons learned in the field—including an expensive warranty claim that could have been avoided with better documentation. Whether you're buying your first piling rig or managing an established fleet, these insights can help you protect your investment and start every project with confidence. 🌐 Learn more: https://terraquip.com.au --------------------------------------------------------------------- Timestamps 00:00-One year of TerraQuip Talk 02:19-Why commissioning matters 05:15-Delivery checks and packing list verification 05:36-Why we photograph every handover 06:11-Reconnecting hydraulics and preparing the rig 07:03-Checking fluid levels before startup 08:20-The costly lesson that changed our process 09:24-Rigging the machine into working mode 11:10-Explaining the machine controls 12:34-Handover vs operator training 14:10-Observing the machine under load 15:34-Lessons from commissioning 50+ piling rigs 17:30-Final thoughts #TerraQuip #TerraQuipTalk #PilingRig #FoundationDrilling #Piling #ConstructionEquipment #DrillingRig #PileDriving #HeavyEquipment #CivilConstruction #EquipmentCommissioning ##ConstructionAustralia #Drilling