Equipment Today provides the commercial construction industry with information for equipment selection, application, maintenance, and asset management, as well as safety and regulation. It serves contractors in highway and heavy general building demolition, utility, and other construction segments.
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In The April 2006 Issue
Features
Upcoming Shows
2006 Telehandler Specs
A compilation of specifications from major suppliers.
Sizing Up Milling Machines
Is a full-lane, half-lane or commercial-size machine right for your job?
Tips to Minimize Grinder Downtime
Don't let your ginder eat away at your profits.
By Curt Bennink
Match Fluids to Transmissions
Today's fluids are customized for optimum transmission performance.
Departments
Reduce the Risk of Rollover Accidents
Electronic stability technology enters the straight truck segment
By Curt Bennink
Play It Safe with Your Head and Face
The right PPE and proper application can provide security against potential hazards.
How Should You Acquire Additional Equipment?
Managing a higher work volume will require some tough choices about adding to your fleet.
Editor's Perspective
Bill Brings Infrastructure Needs to the Forefront
If the National Infrastructure Improvement Act of 2006 is approved, it will ensure the demand meets the needs.
Products
Equipment Introductions
New equipment for April 2006 includes IMT Electric Telescopic Cranes, Hitachi Dash Three Excavators, Laser Reference Pro Shot Grade Lasers and much more.
Backhoe Loaders
A selection of backhoe loaders available from a variety of manufacturers.
Truckbed Tools
An assortment of storage products to keep tools and supplies under cover and under wraps.
Material Handling
Tools to assist land clearing operations including horizontal grinders, tub grinders and chippers.
Oils & Lubricants
Select lulbricants and coolants to meet specific machine requirements.
Equipment Gallery
The roundup for April 2006 includes Checkers Roadblocks U-HD Wheel Chocks, Bobcat Enhanced Toolcat 5600, Dexter + Chaney Forefront Version 12 and much more.
Industry Update
Industry Update
JLG Industries, Inc. to reopen its 340,000-sq.-ft. facility in Orrville, OH, STIHL Inc. expanding operations in Virginia Beach, VA and more.
Extra
Beyond the Spec Sheets
Options and features differentiate backhoe-loader performance.
By Curt Bennink
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