The benefits of combining articulated dump trucks with scrapers for your earthmoving needs
Consider customization capabilities when purchasing or renting construction equipment.
Construction camera systems provide better project management and communication in the field.
What construction company owners need to know about aerial work platform operator training.
Industry experts expect the equipment rental industry to outperform the general economy.
Lower emissions through emerging technologies and alternative power
The Varilex WSF 1600 speed-controlled angle grinder from CS Unitec uses a 12.27 Amp (1,350 Watt) motor and infinite variable-speed control (2,000 to 7,300 RPM), for a
Do your homework to achieve a high ROI on your next construction equipment purchase.
Find out how one contractor has benefitted from going green—follow his example to reduce fuel costs.
Recognize the versatility of the compact tool carrier for low-cost hauling.
Five questions to consider before signing the dotted line.
PacifiCorp, a utilities company, used back-up alarms and side mirrors on their big equipment but still experienced near-accidents at the work site. The site supervisor decided to be proactive about blind-spot safety before one of the close calls became an actual accident.
Keep your idle equipment in the best working condition by following these tire storage guidelines.
Manufacturers respond to the expectations of today's operators.
What's your platform? Realize the maximum return on investment with the right platform.
Take advantage of online auctions to reach more buyers and sell your construction equipment.
Fuel costs and the United States' reliance on foreign fuel sources is a constant concern for many construction owners whose businesses are heavily dependent on machinery that requires diesel. Many alternate energy sources have been discussed, researched and used in the past but, for equipment, the primary form of alternate fuel has become biodiesel.
When residential, commercial and public sector buildings are on the upswing and contractors find themselves taking on more projects, many construction business owners find themselves in need of new or updated equipment to meet increasing demand.
Boost productivity by picking the right machine or attachment.
Adding land clearing to your list of capabilities, rather than outsourcing this work, has many benefits. This work can help you keep crews busy between projects, maintain control of your project time frames, use your equipment efficiently and keep more cash at project completion. But you might be in for a surprise if you think,“It’s only lot clearing. How hard can it be?” Removing unwanted vegetation is not rocket science, but aspects of it can make a seemingly simple project much more complicated. When clearing land, use these best practices to ensure you do this work as efficiently as possible.
Tips on properly maintaining work trucks to avoid expensive repairs and preserve profit margins.
Proper maintenance has and always will be a key factor in the longevity of heavy-duty trucks. This is especially true for trucks and equipment used in the construction industry. The extreme conditions in a construction environment can wreak havoc on trucks and equipment if they are not regularly maintained.
Finding the right equipment finance option can pay off in the end.
Most construction businesses need equipment to operate-from computers to furniture to fleet vehicles-and a construction business is no exception. The construction industry's equipment-intensive nature can require a variety of equipment types from heavy grade to compact equipment and attachments. In addition, non-construction equipment needed to run the business, such as IT and office equipment is needed.
Flipping through an air compressor owner's manual, many owners don't take the time to consider the simple things that can help them get the best return on their equipment investment.
