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The Best Equipment For Demolition or Deconstruction
When it comes to demolishing or deconstructing materials, there are a number of specific pieces of equipment that help get the job done efficiently and effectively. These machines will typically use the following hydraulic tool attachments: rippers, brushcutters, augers, buckets, trenchers and saws. Selecting the appropriate equipment comes down to three simple steps: A thorough understanding…
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Next Generation Cat® Equipment Sets New Standard In Productivity
The next generation of Cat® equipment is here, ready to boost job site productivity levels everywhere. Innovative technology is redefining what you, the customer, should expect from dozers, motor graders, excavators, mini excavators, and more. You should expect technology that provides better fuel efficiency on machines with significantly fewer rotating parts, which results in less…
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Battery Protection Begins In The Summer
The cold of winter gets a bad rap, but did you know that the summer heat can wreak the most havoc on your fleet’s batteries? It’s true. Much of the damage to batteries is done during June, July and August – although you may not notice it until the battery has to work harder in…
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Be Aware of Repairs Your Equipment Needs
Research shows that almost 90 percent of machine failures could be avoided. How? By properly maintaining the equipment. Contractors who address the maintenance needs of a piece of machinery at the first signs of trouble can minimize repair costs while extending the life of supporting components. Waiting until absolute machine failure increases costs significantly. Plan For…
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Trained Equipment Operators Are Good For Business
Having properly trained equipment operators not only benefits your employees – it benefits your entire company in many respects. Operators with adequate training on the machinery they operate are not only safer – accounting for more efficient shifts and less time and money lost – they help your bottom line through increased productivity and machine…
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Growing Your Equipment Fleet
Companies looking to expand their equipment fleet must take a number of factors into account when strategizing the best method for growth. The manner with which you approach fleet growth is directly tied to how you choose to manage your capital. This approach will vary based on your business and industry. Out With The Old,…
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How Buying Local Equipment Helps Your Business
When it’s time for a construction business owner to update or add to their equipment fleet, they may get the best results by looking in their back yard. OK, not literally the rear portion of their own property, but choosing to do business with a local equipment dealer can pay off in ways that simply…
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Upgrade Your Existing Generator to the Latest Caterpillar Technology With Our Engineered Control Panel
Technology changes at a rapid pace; your generator controls are no exception. When it’s time to update your generators’ control system, Carter Machinery’s retrofit program can bring the existing equipment in your emergency power system up to the latest industry standards at a significant cost savings over a new system. Emergency backup power systems should…
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Understanding Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
The continued growth in the use of diesel exhaust fluid (“DEF”) in Tier 4 Final machines means that contractors must familiarize themselves with the special care required for the emissions-compliant engines. Since 2014, most off-road diesel engines sold in the United States have been built to meet strict emissions standards known as Tier 4 Final….
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Difference Between Fuel Kits and Fuel Analysis Labs
Business owners have many analysis options to determine the quality of the diesel fuel running through their machines, including lab kits you administer on your own, and sending fuel samples in for complete lab analysis. Understanding the different options for analyzing the quality of your fuel could save you headaches in the future. Self-Test Fuel…
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