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 June 2007 Issue
Features
Balance Size and Affordability
Undersizing a service truck may cost more in the long haul.
By Curt Bennink
Departments
Upcoming Shows
Industry Update
Training opportunities and newsmakers.
Ensure Safe Like Kind Exchanges
Running the Business
Control Logic Critical to Bypass Solution
Expecting to dismantle and replace its entire Puncheon Run Pumping Station the City of Dover, DE, needed a bypass pumping solution capable of handling from 1,875 gpm at 168 ft. of head to 3,000 gpm at 120 ft. of head.
Pumps Keep Rail Project on Track
Pumping in all kinds of weather.
Don't Get Steamed
The correct coolant and proper maintenance can prevent engine failures.
By Curt Bennink
Advantages of Attachment Rental
A number of factors could make rental more cost effective than owning.
Editor's Perspective
Products
Product Showcase
Trucks & Transportation
Equipment Gallery
A roundup of products and services available to help you improve efficiency, productivity and safety on the jobsite.
Equipment Spotlight
Portable Pumps
Oils & Lubricants
Product Spotlight
Pull Scraper Systems
Pull scraper systems from John Deere, Bell, Ashland and more.
Jobsite lifting
Lifting equipment from Beta Max, Genie, Allmak and more.
Excavator Attachments
Product Spotlight
Equipment Introductions
Take a look through the latest equipment available. You'll find a solid sampling of both new machines and models that have been recently revamped by the manufacturers.
Featured Equipment Today Online Articles
Compactor and Scraper Operator Tips
Compactor and scraper tips from one operator to another.
Work with Your Rental Company to make sure it has the Equipment You Need
With a little proactive effort and communication on behalf of the contractor, the chances of the rental store acquiring or carrying needed equipment can increase.
Extra
Cut Costs and Fill Profits
Pull scrapers offer high volumes at low operating expense.
By Curt Bennink
It's Not Your Ordinary Lift
Safety is first priority when using earthmovers for lifting tasks.
2007 Excavator Specs
A compilation of specs from 25 of the major excavator suppliers showcasing hundreds of current models.
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