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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
Hydraulic fluid at left clearly separates out, or de-emulsifies, the water that accumulates in the system. Engine oil on the right emulsifies the water making it less efficient as a hydraulic fluid.
Equipment Experts
Hydraulic advances make mid-size excavators more versatile than ever
The 21-to-25-metric-ton class excavator is one of the most popular size classes in the United States. While mid-size excavators are digging wonders, they also excel at other tasks. Today’s contractors need maximum utilization rates to remain profitable, which often requires machines tackle duties outside their normal modes. Advances in design and technology also have […]
February 27, 2013
Hitachi ZX245USLC-5
Construction Equipment
Hydraulic advances make mid-size excavators more versatile than ever
The 21-to-25-metric-ton class excavator is one of the most popular size classes in the United States. While mid-size excavators are digging wonders, they also excel at other tasks. Today’s contractors need maximum utilization rates to remain profitable, which often requires machines tackle duties outside their normal modes. Advances in design and technology also have […]
February 27, 2013
Case offers the CX250C in standard and long reach. Both feature long undercarriages for improved stability and enhanced lift capacities.
Business
Case launches SiteWatch telematics solution
Case today announced through its website the launch of its first telematics solution SiteWatch. The company says SiteWatch delivers vital machine performance data “to any computer, any time, anywhere.” Case touts standard telematics features with SiteWatch, including the ability to reduce excessive idling in order to save on fuel, theft recovery and prevention, maintenance scheduling […]
February 26, 2013
Case SiteWatch
Construction Equipment
Sizing up skid-steer loaders for optimal performance on your job
Whether you’re a long-time skid-steer loader owner/operator, or are in the market to enhance your equipment fleet and offerings, there is no question that matching the machine to the job should be a top consideration. It’s a first step that will offer increased efficiency and uptime, as well as easy regular maintenance. In addition, skid-steer […]
February 15, 2013
Bobcat S650 skid steer with industrial grapple
Business
AEMP announces registration deadlines for Certified Equipment Manager Exams
The Association of Equipment Management Professionals recently announced the dates and registration deadlines for its Certified Equipment Manager Exams. The tests will be held in all 50 states here in the U.S. as well as in more than 165 countries. The CEM is construction’s only recognized certification for judging the qualifications of a manager of […]
January 31, 2013
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Driver/operator coaching/training
The 21 best practices for winter equipment operation
This article originally appeared at Vista-Training.com. It has been republished with permission. In colder climates, winter presents a special set of challenges to heavy equipment operators. To help you operate safely and prevent damage to your machines, we’ve assembled a helpful list of 21 best practices you should remember when starting and using them in cold weather: […]
December 23, 2012
wheel loader dumping snow stock
Business
Top 10 truck and trailer theft prevention tips for the holidays
The four days we celebrate as Thanksgiving are also celebrated by thieves who know that this will likely be the longest period of time your trucks and trailers equipment will sit with nobody watching them during the year. So the folks at CargoNet have come up with a list we think is worth sharing that details all […]
November 21, 2012
PickupandTrailer
Construction Equipment
Advance your fleet management skills–at lunch
Oil sampling, Association of Equipment Management Professionals, AEMP, online learning, oil sampling
July 9, 2012
Oil analysis is the first course.
Roadbuilding
Leica Geosystems showcases mine management system at Bauma 2010
Leica Geosystems says the system increases productivity, reduces costs and enhances safety standards in the mine   Leica Geosystems, has presented its full range of mine management systems, including truck and shovel fleet management and optimisation, and dozer, shovel and blast-hole drill high-precision GPS navigation and production monitoring systems, to the European market at Bauma […]
April 28, 2010
Leica Jigsaw360 2
Roadbuilding
Leica Geosystems showcases mine management system at Bauma 2010
Leica Geosystems says the system increases productivity, reduces costs and enhances safety standards in the mine   Leica Geosystems, has presented its full range of mine management systems, including truck and shovel fleet management and optimisation, and dozer, shovel and blast-hole drill high-precision GPS navigation and production monitoring systems, to the European market at Bauma […]
April 28, 2010
Leica Jigsaw360 2
Roadbuilding
Leica Geosystems showcases mine management system at Bauma 2010
Leica Geosystems says the system increases productivity, reduces costs and enhances safety standards in the mine   Leica Geosystems, has presented its full range of mine management systems, including truck and shovel fleet management and optimisation, and dozer, shovel and blast-hole drill high-precision GPS navigation and production monitoring systems, to the European market at Bauma […]
April 28, 2010
Leica Jigsaw360 2
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