Amy Materson (EQW)BusinessFive rules for a stress-free holiday seasonAs a child, I thought Christmas was magical. It combines everything kids love: no school, wonderful activities, lots of presents, practically unlimited desserts. When I grew up and started my own family, I was excited to see if I could craft those magical Christmases the way my own family had. And sure, for my daughter, […]December 20, 2012GearProtect service technicians with Ken-Tool’s tire inflation cageEnsure your shop personnel is protected with Ken-Tool’s tire inflation cage, which protects technicians and your shop environment from injury and damage from explosions following blown lock rings and rims on large earthmover tires. The tire cage has sturdy 10-bar construction and is manufactured from heavy gauge steel tubing welded to a steel base. Handling […]December 14, 2012GearDoosan Portable Power introduces generators targeted at specialty marketsDoosan Portable Power’s four new diesel generators designed for rental, construction and specialty applications are specifically targeted for the Asia-Pacific, Middle East and African markets experiencing growth in not only construction, but also mining, oil and gas exploration. The lineup, which includes the G90WCU-1E-T1, G125WCU-1E-T2, G200WCU-1E-T1 and G315WCU-1E-T2 models, feature prime power ratings of 90kVA/72kW, […]December 13, 2012GearBernard’s S-Gun MIG gun eliminates missing necksAvoid the hassle of missing MIG gun necks with Bernard’s S-Gun 250-amp semi-automatic MIG gun, which features a locked rotatable neck that cannot be easily removed by the welding operator, but is still simple to service and maintain. Compatible with Weld Cable Control Systems from Miller Electric, the gun accommodates commonly used wire sizes from […]December 12, 2012BusinessLessons from landscapers: Set yourself apart from the competitionIf you’ve been on the site lately, you’ve noticed we’ve announced the 12 finalists for Equipment World’s 2013 Contractor of the Year. I love this program. Visiting finalists is one of the best parts of my job; they always turn out to be great people I feel privileged to know. So, every year I jump […]December 12, 2012TechnologyFirestone’s Air Command Android app allows remote suspension adjustmentsHave you ever wished adjusting your suspension was easier? Now, with Firestone Industrial Products’ Air Command Android app, you can remotely adjust the amount of air in your truck’s Firestone helper springs with your smartphone. The app works with Firestone’s Android Air Command Kit, which provides an instant air source to their suspension products. The […]December 11, 2012GearNew Iowa Mold Tooling articulating cranes offer more lift, reachIowa Mold Tooling’s newest additions to its truck-mounted articulating crane line, the 40 tm and the 50 tm, offer long reach with minimal space requirements. The 40/275 and 50/345 cranes deliver maximum lifting capacities of 19,026 and 22,840 pounds, respectively, and can be equipped with eight horizontal extensions. The 49/275 can achieve a […]December 6, 2012GearGEAR: Flexy Cord extension cords are tangle-proofTangles, kinks and snares come with the territory whenever working with extension cords. But the Flexy Cord from Philatron Wire and Cable takes removes the headache and the need for a reel for storage by retracting to its original length after use. The Flexy Cord saves space and reduces the chance of tripping over […]December 5, 2012Recruiting & retentionArmy, community college team up for innovative career recruitingRecruiting isn’t easy these days, so it’s always nice to see an event that takes hold and becomes successful, such as the STEM event held this week in Michigan. A joint project between the United States Army’s Tank Automotive Research, Development and Engineering Center and Macomb Community College, the sixth annual Robotics, Engineering and Technology […]December 5, 2012GearNew in-bed pickup truck tank eliminates corrosionPrevent rust and corrosion in your fuel tank with the Model 5010060 polyethylene in-bed diesel fuel tank from Titan Fuel Tanks, available for Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford and GMC diesel pickup trucks. Composed of military-grade cross-linked polyethylene, the tanks are unaffected by the corrosive properties of diesel and biodiesel fuels and additives that would adversely affect […]December 3, 2012Previous PagePage 40 of 55Next PageTop StoriesVintage EquipmentWatch Antique Tractors from Holt, Best, Caterpillar at HCEA Show 2025The historical construction equipment show presented a veritable timeline of Caterpillar history from 1917 to 1979, including Best and Holt tractors.Pickups2026 GMC Canyon Revealed: 4 Trims, 7,700 Lbs. Towing, Loads of FeaturesCompact ExcavatorsCloser Look: Develon’s Reduced Tail-Swing DX62R-7 Mini ExcavatorCompact Utility LoadersCloser Look: Bobcat's Largest Mini Track Loader Packs Power & PrecisionCompact equipmentKubota Launches New RTV-X Long Bed UTV for 1,200-lbs. of Hauling
