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Hard Hat Finally Enters the 21st Century with Help from Sports
The typical hard hat design hasn't changed in over 100 years, protecting only the top of the head. Sports technology is changing that.
June 14, 2024
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Demystifying 811 – How the Utility Locator Service Really Works
Calling and waiting on 811 underground utility location can be frustrating, especially when they’re late and miss lines.
June 7, 2024
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How to Choose the Right Oil for Construction Equipment
Get a clear, easy-to-understand explainer on what contractors need to know about choosing the right engine oil, on The Dirt.
May 30, 2024
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Fact vs. Fiction – The Truth About Autonomous Equipment
SafeAI-equipped dozers, loaders, trucks can do it all by themselves, but aren’t good for every job. In time, they will be, says our guest on The Dirt.
May 24, 2024
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“World’s First Wireless 3D Grading Attachment” – The Terrawise TerraBlade
Want your compact track loader to act like a dozer? There’s an attachment for that, and it has completely wireless machine control. Check out The Dirt.
May 17, 2024
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Leica Geosystems’ Presence Grows on U.S. Construction Sites
Over the past 10 years, the company has made inroads with its machine control as well as other technology that focuses on the entire jobsite.
May 10, 2024
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New Grade Stake Pro App Quickly Calculates Grade to Prevent Human Error
The app solves the disconnect between jobsite stakes and GPS machine control, says its creator. Watch The Dirt to see if it's right for you.
May 3, 2024
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Cheap, Easy Ways to Check Your Equipment’s Coolant
40% of engine failures on heavy equipment are due to coolant issues. Learn how simple it is to keep tabs on this vital fluid, on The Dirt.
April 26, 2024
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After Deere Split, Hitachi Emerges on Its Own in America
In less than 2 years, HCMA has unveiled 13 new excavators. We answer all your questions about them and Hitachi's new U.S. focus, on The Dirt.
April 19, 2024
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This Coach Helps Contractors “Get Things Right”
Mikel Bowman helps construction companies and others in the trades with organization, leadership and personal development. Watch The Dirt.
April 12, 2024
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Hevi Claims its Large Electric Equipment Has Similar Price to Diesel Machines
How does it do this? Hevi Equipment's CEO comes on The Dirt to answer that question and more about its electric loaders and excavator.
April 5, 2024
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How American Pavement Specialists Built a Social Media Empire (Video)
The Danbury, Connecticut-based contractor's viral videos and posts have catapulted the company from local heroes to national fame. Watch here.
March 29, 2024
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How to Get Your Equipment Ready for Spring
On this episode of The Dirt, a Chevron expert explains the ins and outs of coolant maintenance, how to do it and why it’s so important.
March 22, 2024
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Don’t Slight the Scraper – How it Can Be Your Go-To Earthmover
When it comes to moving dirt, pull-type scrapers offer many advantages you might not have considered. Watch The Dirt to see how.
March 15, 2024
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ZQuip: Modular Batteries Solve Equipment Runtime, Charging Issues
The battery technology company can convert diesel to electric for machines weighing 5 to 50 tons and keep them running on the job. See it on The Dirt.
March 8, 2024
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Firstgreen Claims 24-Hour Runtime with its Electric Skid Steers
With the company's swappable battery technology, its electric skid steers can eliminate runtime worries on jobsites.
March 1, 2024
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Why It’s Time to Say Goodbye to Conventional Oils for Heavy Equipment
Does that mean all the owners of older equipment are out of luck? Chevron expert Walt Collier comes on The Dirt to answer all your questions.
February 23, 2024
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Beyond the Hype: The Reality of Autonomous Construction Equipment
Watch The Dirt to find out what’s here in autonomous equipment, what’s coming soon and what the future holds.
February 16, 2024
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