January 7, 2013

Rod Dickens

Based in Madison, WI, Rod Dickens is a freelance writer specializing in the construction industry.

Articles by Rod

Are You (Really) Ready for Trailer Rentals?

by Rod Dickens
Created: January 7, 2013

A customer wants to rent an equipment trailer? No big deal, right? Well...
2013 State of the Industry Report

by Rod Dickens
Created: December 12, 2012

Leaders of several trade associations predict what they see coming for...
How to Cement Customer Relationships with Decorative Concrete

by Rod Dickens
Created: July 18, 2012

The decorative concrete market spells opportunity for rental houses...
Repair or Replace?

by Rod Dickens
Created: May 18, 2012

How to decide whether to repair or replace your concrete
8 Talking Points for Selling Concrete Parking Lots

by Rod Dickens
Created: March 16, 2012

Len Swederski shares his thoughts on selling concrete parking lots.
Flipping for Concrete Parking Lots

by Rod Dickens
Created: March 5, 2012

The concrete industry is seeing a growing number of reasons why parking lot...
Find a Paver to Fit Your Needs

by Rod Dickens
Created: February 7, 2012

A sampling of asphalt pavers proves there's a paver out there for every...
Software Solutions Enhance Profitability, Productivity

by Rod Dickens
Created: January 4, 2012

One important way to gain competitive traction is to take advantage of...
How to Add "Green" to the Bottom Line

by Rod Dickens
Created: January 4, 2012

Rental houses have an opportunity to take advantage of green in a couple of...
How to Use Aggregate in Sealcoating

by Rod Dickens
Created: April 18, 2011

Adding silica sand or boiler slag to pavement sealer can improve the...

Contractors Say Robotic Total Stations Put More Profit in Concrete Jobs

by Rod Dickens
Created: February 14, 2011

Contractors tell how robotic stations save labor, materials and money on...
How to Make the Jump to Large Cracksealing Kettles & Applicators

by Rod Dickens
Created: January 18, 2011

Tips for contractors looking to expand their pavement cracksealing...
How to Move from Walk-behind to Truck-mounted Stripers

by Rod Dickens
Created: January 16, 2011

Single-operator,self-propelled units make for easy transition.
All Pavements Are Created to Perform Equally, or Are They?

by Rod Dickens
Created: July 20, 2010

Increasing reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), incorporating a percentage...
How to Make Cracksealing a Profit Center for Your Business

by Rod Dickens
Created: June 25, 2010

Equipment manufacturers in the cracksealing industry outline the...
Matching the Roller to the Job

by Rod Dickens
Created: May 13, 2010

A wide range of roller types and sizes means contractors can find the fit...
Pallet and Tow-behind vs. Truck-mounted Stripers

by Rod Dickens
Created: March 24, 2010

How to select road marking equipment that suits your operation.
How to Compete in Sealcoating – Have the Right Equipment

by Rod Dickens
Created: February 17, 2009

Suggestions for purchasing the right sealcoating equipment for your company...
Wear parts

by Rod Dickens
Created: June 20, 2007

What to buy, when to use, and why replace them.
How to maintain your infrared asphalt repair equipment

by Rod Dickens
Created: May 23, 2007

Of all the equipment in a pavement repair arsenal, infrared repair...

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