Used Skid Steer

What To Consider Before You Buy Used Equipment

When you’re looking to add to or extend the life of your fleet of machinery, there are many considerations to make when buying used equipment. Your budget, business needs and future plans are all determining factors to consider. That’s why Carter Machinery has a variety of options for companies to choose from when looking for…

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Dig Up The Proper Landscape Equipment

The landscaping industry is taking up a growing segment of the construction market. Companies, both big and small, can tackle a wide variety of projects if they have the proper equipment. Having the proper machinery in your fleet can make a huge difference in the success of your landscaping company. Whether you’re working on a…

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What Size Generator

How to determine what size generator you need

Choosing the right size industrial generator for your worksite is not only important for making sure there is enough energy, but to also help keep machines and employees safe. Using the wrong size generator can lead to power surges, damaged equipment and even start a fire. That’s why you should always consult a certified electrician or a…

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Should you rebuild, repair, or replace your heavy equipment?

New equipment is great, but can be very costly. Used equipment can save you money, but maintenance records and remaining lifespan are often unknown. That is why we regularly recommend having your machinery rebuilt. The mechanics at Carter are able to rebuild your machine so it runs like new, but for a much lower cost….

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Industrial Generator Safety Tips

Industrial generators are a necessary component for many major construction projects. As with any other piece of construction equipment, it is crucial to follow all safety precautions to avoid injuries and incidents.   Here are some key safety tips to follow while using an industrial generator at your construction site. Select the right generator for your…

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Backhoes & Excavators Digging

What’s the Difference Between an Excavator and a Backhoe?

Backhoes and excavators are two common pieces of construction equipment, but people often confuse the names of each of these two machines. With the size and design of each being very different, it is important to know the proper name of the equipment you are looking to rent so you have the right machine for your project. Here…

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Carter Apprentice Students

Two Students Commit to Carter Machinery During Career Signing Day

Richmond, Virginia â€“ Carter Machinery signed two students from Bridging Communities Regional Career & Technical Center on Wednesday as part of Career Signing Day. The two students, Jesse Payne, from King William County, and Nick Sorensen from New Kent, will both start their careers with Carter in July. Jesse, who started working on machines with his dad…

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What is the Value of your Used Construction Equipment Trade-in?

Trade-in evaluation is always a difficult proposition for both the dealer and the end user. Owners and end users have a certain attachment to their equipment and invariably expect more than a dealer can allow in actual cash value.  While on the dealer side, they can only offer what the open market will pay which…

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Equipment Operator in Simulator

Carter Machinery Offers Advanced Operator Training Techniques with New Cat® Simulators

Salem, Virginia – Seeing a need for formal heavy equipment operator training in the region, Carter Machinery has invested in the Cat® Heavy Equipment Simulators, a unique, state-of-the-art training solution, that provides a total training experience for heavy machinery operators. The training system, along with instructor-led programs with certified dealer instructors, and e-Learning courses through Carter University,…

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NHRA Drag Racing Car

Carter Machinery sponsors NHRA drag racer Blake Alexander for Virginia Nationals in Richmond area.

Salem, Virginia â€“ Carter Machinery is proud to join Blake Alexander Racing for the NHRA Virginia Nationals in Dinwiddie, VA at the Viriginia Motorsports Park. At the event, Blake Alexander’s team will host a number of Carter Machinery customers, while promoting Carter Machinery and Carter’s Rental Store brands to the millions that will see the event on…

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