In an industrial context, "loader" generally refers to a machine or tool used for loading and moving heavy materials, such as raw materials, waste, or finished products.
Here are some examples:
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Front-end loaders - large machines with a bucket attached to a hydraulic arm, used for loading and moving dirt, gravel, and other heavy materials.
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Skid steer loaders - small, maneuverable machines used for a variety of tasks, including digging, grading, and loading materials.
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Wheel loaders - heavy equipment with a large bucket mounted on the front of a tractor, used for loading and moving large amounts of material.
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Forklifts - vehicles with hydraulic forks used for lifting and moving pallets, crates, and other heavy materials.
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Backhoes - machines with a digging bucket and hydraulic arm, used for digging and loading materials.
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Excavators - heavy equipment with a hydraulic arm and digging bucket, used for digging and moving large amounts of material.
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Conveyor loaders - machines used for loading and unloading material onto a conveyor belt.
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Ship loaders - large machines used for loading and unloading cargo from ships.
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Train loaders - machines used for loading and unloading railcars with bulk materials.
These are just a few examples, but there are many other types of loaders used in various industries, such as construction, mining, agriculture, and transportation, to efficiently move large amounts of material.