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How to spec out your pickup and construction work truck fleet to save on operating costs
Contractors and fleet managers spend a significant portion of their time looking for ways to control operating costs. Fuel is always a big portion of a fleet’s budget, so you may be considering strategies for reducing fuel expenses. There are many technologies, including telematics, that can reduce the total miles your fleet drives. Equipment that decreases unnecessary engine idle time […]
January 20, 2015
Roadbuilding
4 rules for managing production dozer Owning & Operating costs
Of all the machines in the earthmoving world bulldozers, particularly large ones, may have the greatest variation when it comes to owning and operating costs. While the initial purchase price of a big dozer is a relatively fixed quantity, everything else from there can vary greatly. A backhoe owner often charges by the hour, but […]
July 14, 2014
Roadbuilding
Diesel fuel prices rise $0.031 per gallon in U.S.
On-highway diesel fuel prices rose $0.031 per gallon in the U.S. in the week ending January 27, according to our sister site, Aggregates Manager. The rising costs follow two consecutive week of falling diesel prices. This week, diesel prices also rose in all regions of the U.S. The greatest increase this week occurred in the […]
January 29, 2014
Roadbuilding
Diesel fuel prices fall $0.024 per gallon in U.S.
On-highway diesel fuel prices fell $0.024 per gallon in the U.S. this week, according to our sister site, Aggregates Manager. The declining costs follow three consecutive weeks of rising diesel prices. This week, diesel prices also fell in all regions of the U.S. The greatest decrease this week occurred in the West Coast less California […]
January 14, 2014
Roadbuilding
Diesel fuel prices rise for third consecutive week in U.S.
On-highway diesel fuel prices rose $0.007 per gallon in the U.S. this week, according to our sister site, Aggregates Manager. The declining costs mark the third consecutive week of rising diesel prices. This week, diesel prices rose in most regions of the U.S., while one region experienced declining costs. The greatest increase this week occurred […]
January 7, 2014
Roadbuilding
Diesel fuel prices rise $0.039 per gallon in U.S.
On-highway diesel fuel prices rose $0.039 per gallon in the U.S. this week, according to our sister site Aggregates Manager. This marks the second consecutive week of rising diesel prices. This week, diesel prices also rose all regions of the U.S. The greatest increase this week occurred in the West Coast less California region, which experienced […]
December 3, 2013
Roadbuilding
10 ways to boost your pickup’s fuel economy
Our sister site Equipment World has shared 10 tips for improving the fuel economy of a pickup truck. Whether you use your pickup for the job, family or leisure, it’s always nice to find ways to reduce operating costs and save money. And, who knows, those extra funds could go toward improving your fleet next […]
December 2, 2013
Roadbuilding
Diesel fuel prices rise $0.022 per gallon in U.S.
On-highway diesel fuel prices rose $0.022 per gallon in the U.S. this week, according to our sister site, Aggregates Manager. The increasing costs follow four consecutive weeks of falling diesel prices. This week, diesel prices also rose in most regions of the U.S. Two regions saw no change. The greatest increase this week occurred in […]
November 26, 2013
Roadbuilding
Diesel fuel prices fall $0.010 per gallon in U.S.
On-highway diesel fuel prices fell $0.010 per gallon in the U.S. this week, according to our sister site, Aggregates Manager. The declining costs mark the fourth consecutive week of falling diesel prices. This week, diesel prices also fell in most regions of the U.S. One region saw no change. The greatest decrease this week occurred […]
November 20, 2013
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Rule 1: Skid steer O&O costs
Based on a Case 430/440 model, 1700 to 2200 pound operating load, 2007 model, 4 year ownership/depreciation, 750 hours of use per year.  Do the math Unit costs are a great analytical tool. Take your machine O&O costs per hour, apply that to how many hours it takes to move X amount of dirt, […]
November 18, 2013
Business
3 rules for calculating and managing skid steer Owning & Operating costs
People who work with big equipment have a saying: “You can be going broke in this business and not know it for six months.” And the one cost that can be very hard to gauge, if you’re a small contractor or new to this business, is the owning and operating cost of your equipment. To […]
November 18, 2013
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Rule 2: Skid steer O&O costs
Managing operating costs Your operator is always going to be your biggest expense. With that in mind, here are a few ways to lessen that expense. Invest in training for productivity improvements Enclosed cabs, newer equipment help retain quality employees and keep them productive. Match the machine capabilities to the job. You don’t want an […]
November 18, 2013
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