Why Movex MiniDozers Are Ideal for Culvert & Tunnel Cleaning

Written by:  Hasemer Materials Handling
Updated:  09 January 2026

Confined spaces. Hazardous conditions. Manual clean-outs. MiniDozer is designed for where conventional equipment can’t operate — from culverts and tunnels to aluminium smelters and potlines.

MiniDozer Applications: Safer Cleaning in Confined & High-Risk Environments

Cleaning and material removal in culverts, tunnels, and industrial facilities is often carried out in confined, wet, dusty, or hazardous conditions where traditional equipment and manual tools fall short.

MiniDozer, from Movex Innovation, is a range of compact, remote-controlled, battery-powered mini loaders designed specifically for these environments—where access, safety, and continuous operation are critical.

Built for Infrastructure & Industrial Maintenance

MiniDozers are ideally suited to:

  • Box culvert, pipe, and tunnel cleaning

  • Removal of sediment, mud, and debris to restore water flow and prevent flooding

  • Confined-space maintenance where emissions and manual labour present safety risks

Their ultra-low profile design allows access under conveyors and inside restricted spaces, while wireless remote control keeps operators safely out of harm’s way.

Proven in Aluminium Smelters

Cleaning beneath aluminium potlines presents extreme challenges, including tight access, high dust levels, and electromagnetic fields. MiniDozers are specifically engineered to operate safely in these conditions, making them a proven solution for:

  • Potline cleaning

  • Extraction and collection of alumina

  • Removal of aluminium oxide from pot areas and rooms

Battery Powered for Safer Operation

All MiniDozers are fully battery powered, delivering:

  • Zero emissions for enclosed spaces

  • Reduced maintenance and downtime

  • Quiet, low-heat operation

  • Improved safety and productivity

Available MiniDozer Models

MiniDozers are available in Standard Speed (SS) and High Speed (HS) configurations, with the following models:

  • MiniDozer M-27

  • MiniDozer M-48

  • MiniDozer AL-27

  • MiniDozer AL-48

Choosing the Right MiniDozer

Every site is different. Our team works closely with customers to assess the application and recommend the most suitable MiniDozer model, ensuring safer operations and better productivity.

Contact us to discuss your application and find the right MiniDozer for the job.

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