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Business
Does it pay for contractors to run a truck or fleet on natural gas?
Remember when diesel was $2 a gallon and you could drive your big trucks without gasping at the cost of a fill-up? Those days may be coming back, although it won’t be diesel that’s costing $2 a gallon, but natural gas. Thanks to fracking and horizontal drilling techniques developed in just the last decade, domestic petroleum […]
April 1, 2013
Maintenance
Understanding hydraulic fluid
Engine lubricating oils get a lot of attention in heavy equipment maintenance schedules and for good reason. They must be changed every 250 to 500 hours, they bear the brunt of all the heat, soot and a pressure cooker environment inside today’s emission compliant engines. But hydraulic fluids are also important and deserve your attention […]
March 1, 2013
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Maintenance
Tracking undercarriage wear on compact excavators is a must
Compact excavators are often workhorses on jobsites, spending the day digging trenches or picking and placing materials. In these applications, or even in more demanding work such as demolition, the excavator has the advantage of sitting in one place and letting the swing of the machine’s house and movement of the boom and arm do […]
February 2, 2013
Maintenance
Ethanol a suspect in corrosion from Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel
Since the introduction of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel in 2007, a growing number of diesel storage tanks and dispensing systems have experienced unusual and accelerated corrosion problems. The kind of corrosion that might take 10 or 20 years previously was showing up in as little as 30 to 60 days, says Edward English, vice president […]
February 1, 2013
Equipment
New diesel lube oil category in the works
Every time emissions parameters on diesel engines are changed, the petroleum companies and engine OEMs come up with a new lube oil standard to help protect the engines against an increasingly harsh operating environment. The American Petroleum Institutes CJ-4 oil standard has held sway since the introduction of the 2007 on-road engines and Tier 4 […]
December 14, 2012
Maintenance
Bobcat stresses importance of compact excavator greasing
Of course, the below video is very specific to Bobcat compact excavators, but we here at Equipment World found the video to be well done and a great reminder of just how important grease is to a machine. It’s surprising just how many grease points the thumb and grapple attachment alone of the compact excavator […]
December 6, 2012
Business
Getting started with Telematics (AEMP 2012)
The second half of the telematics portion of the Association of Equipment Management Professionals 2012 Fall Symposium honed in on the practical aspects of using the technology.
November 5, 2012
Success Stories
Moving outside of his comfort zone helped Steve Beam bridge the gap in his business
An avid sportsman, Beam, 51, loves spending time outdoors – making construction an ideal profession. But when the recession hit and jeopardized the future of his company, he aimed for survival and crossed over into new markets.Patiently waiting for his target has landed Steve Beam big bucks with both of his passions: hunting and construction. […]
November 5, 2012
Maintenance
Machine Matters
Big Power, Small Package  Compact track loaders offer versatility and a return on your investment   By Wayne Grayson   Boasting many of the benefits and capabilities of its cousin, the best-selling skid-steer loader (SSL), the compact track loader (CTL) has altered the landscape of the heavy equipment marketplace in a big […]
November 5, 2012
Maintenance
Telematics saves contractors big on time and money
The telematics portion of the Association of Equipment Management Professionals Asset Management Symposium wrapped up with presentations from contractors and fleet managers with first hand experience in implementing these systems.
November 1, 2012
Maintenance
Bobcat launches M-Series 500 model skid-steers and compact track loaders
At launch, the 500 lineup includes four new skid-steers in the S510, S530, S550, S570 and the S590, and two compact track loaders, the T550 and T590. Bobcat says the machines fall under its medium frame-size — the company’s most popular loader size class.
October 31, 2012
Maintenance
Product Report
Miller Electric’s latest welder/generators deliver significant fuel savings, noise reduction  By Amy Materson  The key word for Miller Electric’s new Trailblazer 275 and 375 engine-driven welder/generators is “reduction.” Designed for applications including general construction, structural steel and maintenance and repair, the units offer a significant benefit when compared to previous models, Miller says. […]
October 30, 2012
Maintenance
Custom fit welding equipment to your specific needs
There is no one-size-fits- all welding machine for construction equipment service trucks. But there are dozens of options, size variations and special features that enable you to custom tailor a unit to your exact specifications and needs. Before you set out to buy your next (or first) service truck welder, make a list of what […]
October 30, 2012
Maintenance
Terex announces first T4i-compliant PT-110G compact track loaders
Terex today announced its latest compact track loaders, the PT-110G and PT-110G Forestry. The new CTLs are Terex's first compact Tier 4 Interim-compliant machines and boast the most horsepower to date in the Terex CTL lineup.
October 20, 2012
Maintenance
Bobcat to add Doosan Tier 4 engine to lineup in 2014
Bobcat will begin adding a Doosan-built, Tier 4-compliant engine to a portion of its equipment lineup beginning in 2014.
October 16, 2012
Maintenance
New Bandit stump grinder features beltless hydrostatic drive
Reduce downtime and maintenance with the Model 2550XP self-propelled stump grinder from Bandit Industries, which features beltless hydrostatic direct-drive, eliminating the need for a clutch, jackshaft, drive belt, belt tensioning system and other components associated with a traditional belt drive. Available with up to 44 horsepower, the stump grinder cuts at a maximum depth of […]
October 16, 2012
Maintenance
Komatsu introduces WA470-7 wheel loader
Today, Komatsu introduced the new WA470-7 wheel loader. Powered by a Komatsu Tier 4 Interim-certified SAA6D125E-6 engine with 272 net horsepower, the WA470-7 boasts increased power and an 8 percent reduction in fuel consumption. The new machine weighs in at 52,007 pounds and features Komatsu’s Smart Loader Logic (KSLL), adjusting torque to the application at […]
October 15, 2012
Safety
Machine Matters
Better Rather Than Bigger  The 14-foot-class backhoe remains the industry standard thanks to high maneuverability, increased power and a growing role on the jobsite fueled by attachments.   By Wayne Grayson   For years, the 14-foot-class has been the industry standard of backhoes. Manufacturers say the class accounts for about 70 percent […]
October 7, 2012
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