[VIDEO] 10 Ways to Cut Fuel Costs

You can't control the price of fuel, but you can control your fuel consumption. The answer is fuel management.

June 27, 2019

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Construction Careers Can Fill Women's Job Needs and Construction's Labor Gap

As the industry celebrates Women in Construction Week (March 7-13), it offers a chance to highlight a frequently overlooked resource that could help to plug at least some of industry's labor gaps.

The need for digitization in construction has been made clear by the pandemic and by other industries that have successfully overcome their operational challenges through the introduction of digital products and services.

3 Reasons Construction Companies Need to Digitally Transform Now

As the pandemic continues to change the way businesses run, construction companies have begun to realize the importance of going digital.

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Dominate the Long Haul

How did John Deere improve on its E-Series Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs)? They simplified. They took powerful, productive, and popular ADTs and made them even more comfortable and easy to use with the introduction of the new E-II Series.

The slower season is the ideal time to add technology such as grade control. Downtime for installation is minimized and operators have time to learn the technology before the busy season starts.

Tips to Prepare an Equipment Fleet for the Upcoming Season

CASE CE shares tips to ensure the equipment fleet is best positioned for success.

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When is the Best Time to Implement Fleet Telematics?

Many companies turn to telematics when it’s too late before they realize there’s technology that can solve the issue they’ve run into. Get the system implemented early and avert the crisis in the first place.

Changes that have been pioneered in other industries, including long-haul trucking, are coming to construction and changing the game. Cloud-based software, GPS tracking and mobile applications all contribute to an ecosystem in which parties are empowered by real-time tracking, multi-modal communications and data integration/connectivity.

Tomorrow's Digital Dispatcher Will Drive Profits

Software will empower dispatchers to increase customer satisfaction.

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Use a Cautious Approach to Construction Equipment Acquisition in 2021

With construction backlog uncertain for many, consider your needs and options when acquiring new or used construction equipment.

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Preventive Maintenance Matters: Guidelines for Maintaining Electric Scissor Lifts

Fleet owners and operators should remain vigilant and continue to conduct all required inspections and maintenance to maximize productivity and ensure operator confidence in the field.

With equipment maintenance services, preventive maintenance can be carried out proactively by the provider on a regular schedule

Outsourcing Can Help Maintain and Manage Fleets to Maximize Value and Productivity

Here are three important ways an equipment maintenance management provider can help.

The Webasto CV Standard Battery System can be scaled to provide the power necessary for a range of equipment types.

Advancements in Battery Systems for Heavy Equipment are Increasing

Continued developments in battery technology are bringing about higher power capabilities and additional use cases in the heavy equipment industry.

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Verizon Connect Small Business Fleet Management Solution Now Available at Verizon Stores

The company is making its small business, plug-and-play, fleet management solution available for purchase at Verizon retail stores.

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Tiny Job Site Saves Money with a 10-ton Tower Crane with 33-ft Out-of-Service Radius

Radius Group deployed the first Potain MRH 175 in England on Nottingham's York Place development to save time and money for the client because it had the coverage and capacity without flying over an adjacent business.

The 2020 AutoTech Breakthrough Awards have been announced, recognizing the latest technology in automotive and transportation technology.

AutoTech Breakthrough Award Winners Announced for Fleet Management, Telematics

The 2020 AutoTech Breakthrough Awards have been announced, recognizing the latest technology in automotive and transportation technology.

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Take Care of Your Undercarriage, and It’ll Take Care of You

Critical advice on the points that matter most for minimizing dozer track cost in selection, operation and maintenance

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Trackunit and IPAF Announce ePal Digital ‘Powered Access License’

Replacing the established credit-card-style physical PAL Cards, ePAL credentials will be delivered and stored on operators’ mobile devices in a secure digital wallet, in the same way that people store loyalty cards, boarding cards and tickets on their pho

Dominate the Long Haul

Dominate the Long Haul

How did John Deere improve on its E-Series Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs)? They simplified. They took powerful, productive, and popular ADTs and made them even more comfortable and easy to use with the introduction of the new E-II Series.

Zyter has launched its Zyter Smart Logistics system, a secure, customizable solution for logistics companies and enterprise logistics departments that leverages Zyter’s SmartSpaces platform and Internet of Things (IoT) technology.

Zyter Launches Real-Time Vehicle Tracking Technology

Zyter Smart Logistics connects data systems, departments and people to give logistics teams end-to-end, real-time visibility of vehicles and goods in transit while also collecting analytics on driver behavior.

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Take a Break for Scheduled Maintenace

Follow these four steps to put a plan in place for regular scheduled maintenance breaks.

Irdeto Launches COVID-19-Compliant Solution for Equipment Operators

Irdeto’s Keystone puts the power of smart access management and a rules enforcement engine into the hands of construction equipment operators.

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Basics of Lubrication Preventive Maintenance Pocedures

The key to lubrication PMs is to develop a standard approach to capturing, organizing and delivering information, a field often referred to as knowledge management.

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NAFA's 2020 Institute & Expo Virtual Conference Opens Registration

The vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, announces registration is now open for the 2020 Institute & Expo (I&E) Virtual Conference, September 14-17

Hydraulic leaks are a telltale sign of particle contamination.

Hydraulic Leaks Signal Particle Contamination in System

Overall, it is safe to say particle contamination wreaks havoc on components which can lead to extreme leaks, headaches, and not to mention exposure to safety issues.

Renewable Propane is What's Next for Propane Autogas

Renewable propane is taking care of fleets with the low-cost, low-carbon impact they need.

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Rate of Decline in Used Equipment Pricing Moderates

Although used equipment values continued to be lower compared to the same time frame last year, the rate of decline has moderated, suggesting used equipment values are now trending higher again.

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Ritchie Bros. Auctions Continue to Break Attendance Records

June 2 to 3 auction in Fort Worth, TX, set a new site bidder record, registering 11,600+ people from 68 countries

How Samsara Can Increase Your Truck Fleet's Efficiency and Safety

Curt Bennink talks to Sarah Loaiza about how the Samsara Fleet Management System can be used to increase the efficiency and safety of your truck fleet.

A contractors’ panel at the Associated Equpiment Distributors’ (AED) Annual Summit proved there are several different ways to successfully approach fleet management.

Tailor Fleet Management Approach to Fit Business Model

There is no one-size-fits-all solution to manage a construction equipment fleet.