[VIDEO] How to Use the Beka Lube Pneumatic Spray Grease Gun Systems

LubeJet-eco system uses the same fast-loading screw-type cartridges at the Lube Shuttle, is easily portable and is suited to field service applications

August 10, 2015

Pneumatic Spray Grease Gun Systems

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Nominations Now Open for the Equipment Today Contractors’ Top 50 New Products

The 2024 award will highlight the best new product introductions and enhancements in the construction industry. Submissions close May 24.

Jobs that can rack up 10,000 hours on a diesel machine might add 6,000 hours or 7,000 hours to a comparable electric machine.

Challenges & Benefits of Moving to Electric Equipment

As emission regulations tighten, construction equipment power sources will evolve, but adoption will be gradual.

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Top 5 Tips to Maintain Your Construction Equipment Tires

April 23, 2024

Size and tread design are among many factors to consider when selecting and maintaining tires.

This calcium sulfonate complex-based grease provides an alternative option to lithium-based thickeners.

Chevron Launches Rykon Formula Grease

This calcium sulfonate complex-based grease provides an alternative option to lithium-based thickeners.

When trying to decide if you can use one type of diesel engine oil for your fleet, you should ideally develop a register of your equipment.

Implementing Changes to Reduce the Total Cost of Ownership From a Lubricant Perspective

Lubricants can help keep costs down when managing a fleet of heavy equipment.

Chevron’s new portfolio of synthetic blend and synthetic products can be used in all applications where Chevron’s conventional heavy duty engine oils were used.

Chevron to Transition to Synthetic Blend and Full Synthetic Products

Chevron’s new portfolio of synthetic blend and synthetic products can be used in all applications where Chevron’s conventional heavy duty engine oils were used.

VacBuilt systems are for both mobile and shop applications. In the shop, these used oil tanks eliminate the need for centralized lube systems.

Sage Oil Vac Introduces VacBuilt System

VacBuilt systems are for both mobile and shop applications. In the shop, these used oil tanks eliminate the need for centralized lube systems.

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How to Make Sure Your Equipment Investment Pays Off

High-quality lubrication can help improve costs, maintenance intervals and productivity. Listen to this episode as Dennis Howard shares lubrication best practices.

Top 3 Tips for Purchasing a Diesel Diagnostic Tool

Top 3 Tips for Purchasing a Diesel Diagnostic Tool

A quality diagnostic tool is key for a smooth repair process. With the right tool, technicians have support in making comprehensive repair decisions.

There are environmental benefits for companies operating battery-electric and new fuel vehicles beyond reducing their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions.

Zero Emission Machines to Shake Up Oil & Lubricants Industry

Change is underway in the vehicle oil and lubricants industry as a result of the inexorable move toward zero emission vehicles, in particular battery-electric machines.

Regular maintenance will save time and money and ensure that your equipment is performing optimally.

The Value of Proactively Planned Fleet Maintenance

Planned maintenance is very valuable — maximizing fleet performance and equipment longevity while reducing downtime and operation costs. It also promotes safety on construction sites and provides peace of mind that your equipment is well maintained.

This poly lube skid from Stellar represents an option for mechanic trucks, service trucks and vans, offering a solution for lubrication services and preventive maintenance.

Stellar Offers LM220M Poly Lube Skid

This poly lube skid from Stellar represents an option for mechanic trucks, service trucks and vans, offering a solution for lubrication services and preventive maintenance.

The compound cures in as little as one hour enabling HDD crews to get back to drilling after swapping out the sub saver.

Vermeer QuickLock Epoxy Thread-locking Compound

The compound cures in as little as one hour enabling HDD crews to get back to drilling after swapping out the sub saver.

The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast Season 7 Episode 9: How to Minimize Equipment Costs

Ever wondered how to create preventative maintenance plans for your jobsite heavy equipment?

Stand the Test of Time | JLG®

Stand the Test of Time | JLG®

Your work is meant to weather through some of the toughest conditions. Your equipment should do the same. That's why the best contractors trust JLG®.

The service expands on its existing Oil Analysis program and now encompasses lubricants, diesel fuels, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and coolants.

Volvo CE Introduces Fluid Analysis Program for Fleets

The service expands on its existing Oil Analysis program and now encompasses lubricants, diesel fuels, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and coolants.

The third factor in the transition to a non-CDL lube truck is lower operating costs.

Non-CDL Lube Trucks Address Labor & Jobsite Maneuverability Challenges

Finding drivers and navigating tight urban jobsites require an innovative approach.

EVR fluids and greases provide OEMs with material compatibility, power transfer and equipment performance to enable the development of driveline, axle and battery technologies.

Petro-Canada Lubricants Introduces EVR Fluids for Electric Vehicles

EVR fluids and greases provide OEMs with material compatibility, power transfer and equipment performance to enable the development of driveline, axle and battery technologies.

Stringent government regulations and hefty fines (including those for heavy equipment) are being introduced to minimize the industry's overall carbon footprint.

Using Construction Data to Reduce Fuel Waste

Due to the industry's reliance on heavy equipment such as trucks, cranes, and yellow iron, 98% of all energy use across the industry comes from diesel.

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How Chevron Lubricants Helps Contractors Improve Their Bottom Line

OEMs set cleanliness levels on their lubricants to maximize operations—but are you starting clean and following those guidelines throughout the life of your equipment?

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Chevron Delo ELC Antifreeze/Coolant

Delo ELC Antifreeze/Coolant products are single phase, ethylene glycol based NOAT (Nitrited Organic Additive Technology) products available in various dilutions.

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Chevron Delo 400 XSP SAE 15W-40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil

Delo 400 XSP SAE 15W-40 (Full Synthetic) with ISOSYN Advanced Technology is a mixed-fleet engine oil recommended for naturally aspirated and turbocharged four-stroke diesel engines and four-stroke gasoline engines.

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Nathan Clark, Diesel Queen Host Panel at CONEXPO

A panel of industry experts will discuss the future of off-highway maintenance and repairs including trends, technologies and strategic decisions to boost repairs and reduce downtimes.

Engine oil, coolant and diesel fuel can all be highly influenced by the change in weather, impacting the overall lifespan, efficiency and safety of your equipment.

Tips for Winterizing Your Construction Equipment

Engine oil, coolant and diesel fuel can all be highly influenced by the change in weather, impacting the overall lifespan, efficiency and safety of your equipment.

For engine efficiency and fuel economy, selecting the correct engine oil is fundamental in helping to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions, as well as reducing unplanned maintenance.

How to Master Your Oil Selection

For engine efficiency and fuel economy, selecting the correct engine oil is fundamental in helping to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions, as well as reducing unplanned maintenance.

Under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, as well as the European Union’s Ecolabel (EEL) requirements, oils claiming to be EALs must meet specific criteria.

Environmentally-Acceptable Lubricants: The Right Term to Look for on the Label

We’re seeing a growing interest in environmentally-friendly lubricants. Unfortunately, there are a lot of confusing and misleading terms out there in the market.

Built to Dig. Built to Last. Peace of Mind Included.

Built to Dig. Built to Last. Peace of Mind Included.

SANY swing boom excavators are compact equipment champs. Powerful and easy to transport. Conquering confined spaces on jobsites across America.