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Construction Technology

3 Things Holding Back Widespread Autonomous Vehicle Implementation In Construction

Rajant Corporation

An emerging technology sector is trying to redefine safety protocols in construction: autonomous vehicles.

If you want to increase efficiency and productivity on your jobsite, your focus must first be on improving jobsite connectivity.

Equipment Monitoring & Logistics

4 Reasons Telematics Self-Installation for Construction Fleets is a Bad Idea

Proper installation of GPS tracking devices is crucial for the software to work and report accurate fleet data to ensure you see the full benefits of fleet tracking immediately.

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Construction Equipment and Contractors Aid in Hurricane Ian Disaster Cleanup

According to NOAA’s National Centers for Environmental Information, disasters in the last 20 years have caused more than $1 trillion in damages, with losses from this year’s disasters still being calculated.

Gulf Services operates and maintains a fleet of equipment to help with disaster cleanups, like the recent Hurricane Ian in Florida.

Optimize Wheel Loaders with Creative Bucket Attachments

Choose the bucket needed for the job by considering aggregate, load size and wheel loader capabilities.

Digging and hauling larger rocks require a stronger bucket on wheel loaders like this Cat 966.

Mini Excavators

Weighing Your Mini Options: Selecting the Right Mini Excavator for Your Business

As the technology and engineering that goes into mini-excavators continues to improve, these machines offer greater promise of productivity and return on investment for contracting businesses of all sizes.

Whatever a contractor’s situation, matching the machine to the work is the general principle when considering mini excavator size.

Management Standards

5 Tips for Maximum Equipment Maintenance ROI

Caterpillar - Cat

Here, Jon, with the help of his Fabick Cat representative Junior Gilliam, give their tips for getting the best out of your equipment with scheduled maintenance.

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Trucks & Transportation

After a Flood: Tips for Tractor, Trailer Inspection, Reconditioning

Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC

The devastating floods in Florida resulting from Hurricane Ian will require massive relief and rebuilding efforts, many of which depend on the trucking industry and thousands of truck drivers.

The first determination to make is whether the water affecting the vehicle was salt water or fresh water. If it was salt water, you’ll need to immediately begin replacing parts due to its extreme corrosivity.

Truck Manufacturers Pivot Designs, Embrace Change in Face of Natural Disasters, COVID-19

The past three years created a perfect storm of challenges and opportunities for the trucking industry, from a worldwide, ongoing pandemic to increased hurricanes and wildfires to persistent supply chain and labor shortages.

The Mack Anthem truck model allows for Mack Trucks' new Command Steer advanced technology.

Manufacturers and Research Groups Discuss Mixed Signals of Trucking Industry, Possible Recession

This month's issue of Equipment Today focuses on the trucking and transportation industry, a vital segment facing multiple labor shortage and manufacturing challenges.

Spencer Webster, president of Red Classic, a subsidiary of Coca-Cola Consolidated based in Charlotte, North Carolina, and the largest independent Coca-Cola bottler in the U.S., recently accepted keys for a Mack® Anthem model from Jonathan Randall, Mack Trucks senior vice president of sales and commercial operations. The Mack Anthem model is the 1,000th over-the-road vehicle that Red Classic has purchased from Mack Trucks. Webster accepted the vehicle during a special celebration event at Mack’s Lehigh Valley Operations (LVO), based in Macungie, Pennsylvania, where all Mack Class 8 models for North America and export are assembled.

Trucks & Transportation

Load Chart Knowledge Central to Safe Digger Derrick Operations

Terex Corporation

Understanding how to read load charts and applying that information to the operation of a digger derrick is critical.

Reading and understanding digger derrick load charts is vital.

Use Cash Disbursements to Generate Better Cash Flow

GB Financial Services, LLC

Garry Bartecki discusses three ways to reduce cash spending.

Using stockpiled construction materials now could save money down the road.

Skid Steers Ideal for Winter Snow Removal

Whether you have a small business or a big residential yard to clear, consider a skid-steer loader to move snow this winter.

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