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Maintenance: Page 9
Maintenance
Heavy Equipment Tire Maintenance: A little time can produce big savings
Unless you do the math, you may not realize that after labor and fuel, tires are your third-highest operating cost on a wheeled piece of heavy equipment. So starting a simple maintenance and management program could save you substantial amounts of money. Creating a tire maintenance and management program may seem like an administrative burden […]
September 10, 2019
How to do Everything Better
How to calculate your DEF use
Running out of diesel exhaust fluid is about as dumb as running out of diesel fuel. Engine manufacturers set DEF burn rates at about 2 to 5 percent of fuel burned. (For every 100 gallons of diesel a machine consumes, it will burn 2 to 5 gallons of DEF.) So multiply the fuel consumption of […]
July 29, 2019
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How to adjust the tension on your tracks
Almost all tracks are tensioned by pumping grease into a piston. The grease fitting is typically located behind a cover plate in the center of the undercarriage. This extends the piston and stretches the tracks. (You let grease out of the fitting to reduce tension on the tracks.) Your owner’s manual will give you specs […]
July 29, 2019
How to do Everything Better
How to repair a grease zerk
When a grease zerk won’t accept grease from your grease gun, the simplest solution is to unscrew the zerk, clean it out with a wire, brake cleaner or compressed air, reinstall the zerk and try it again. If it still won’t work, you have bigger problems and may need to call in a mechanic. As […]
July 29, 2019
How to do Everything Better
How to get a good oil sample on construction equipment
According to Dan Arcy, global OEM technical manager for Shell Lubricants, an engine oil analysis program requires users to follow a few fundamental procedures that often don’t get the attention they deserve. Some tips: • Provide a proper oil sample to the lab. If you take your sample when the oil is being drained, catch […]
July 29, 2019
How to do Everything Better
How to calculate construction owning and operating costs
Owning costs = purchase price of machine + financing + taxes – disposal price (what you get for that machine when you resell it). Operating costs = labor + fuel + maintenance + replacement costs of tires, tracks and other components + overhead. Add the owning to the operating costs and you have your O&O […]
July 29, 2019
How to do Everything Better
7 tips for jumpstarting heavy-duty equipment
When the mercury drops, equipment can sometimes get cantankerous when starting. Clore Automotive says these tips will get your engine humming again: Make sure you use a jumpstarter that can be used on heavy equipment. Keep your jumpstarter charged, especially during extreme temperatures, which are hard on a battery. If possible, store it above 50 […]
July 29, 2019
Components
Michelin introduces next-gen airless Tweel tire for skid steers with big durability improvements
Designed to withstand a variety of skid steer applications, the new Michelin X Tweel SSL 2 12N16.5 will be available in all-terrain and hard-surface models.
July 17, 2019
Maintenance
How to get the most hours out of your CTL tracks
Getting your tracks to last as long as possible is the goal when working with your CTLs. Find out how to get the most life out of them here on Equipment World.
July 12, 2019
Maintenance
Tooth Extractor from Auger Technologies removes worn, stuck bits faster
The Tooth Extractor can be used with a manual wrench or an impact wrench and is designed to remove conical auger bits faster. Details here on Equipment World.
June 17, 2019
Dealers
To fill growing diesel technician gap, dealers, OEMs, schools step up incentives, cooperation (Part 2 in series)
Discover how dealers, manufacturers, schools, and more are working together to help ease the industry's technician shortage in this Equipment World special.
June 4, 2019
Maintenance
Deere dealers can now actively monitor your machines to prevent maintenance issues
Both Connected Support and the Machine Health Monitoring Center from Deere will remotely monitor machines and diagnose current or pending issues. More here.
May 21, 2019
Maintenance
How to calibrate your torque wrench in-house
When did you last calibrate your torque wrench? If you can't remember, follow our step-by-step guide for how to calibrate a torque wrench on Equipment World.
May 9, 2019
Components
Alliance Tire’s new 585 offers high puncture resistance, self-cleaning tread for construction equipment
Developed specifically for construction use, the A585 from Yokohama’s Alliance Tire Group features a steel-belted design with high puncture protection and more.
April 24, 2019
Components
Galaxy LHD 500 a solid tire designed to give wheel loaders more traction
Alliance Tire Group has released a new severe duty solid tire designed to provide wheel loaders with a long service life and high traction. Learn more on this.
April 11, 2019
Pickups
Tire Test Update: Cooper’s Discoverer AT3 XLT at 12,500 miles
Check out this Tire Test Update on Equipment World and get the latest details on the status of Cooper Tire's Discoverer tire with 12,500 miles on it. More here.
April 8, 2019
Maintenance
Maintaining Parts & Supply Inventory: Don’t let a $10 filter bring down a $100,000 machine
To maintain the lifespan and reliability of parts and supplies for heavy equipment maintenance, follow these tips from industry experts on Equipment World.
April 3, 2019
Maintenance
Learning the logistics of DEF
When it comes to diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), there's a lot to know. Learn about the logistics of DEF by reading this post.
March 26, 2019
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