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Kubota Engine Opens Technical Training Center

Kubota Engine America Corp.

Lincolnshire Training Center facility is home to Kubota Engine Academy with a dedicated training team, improved curriculum and hands-on learning opportunities

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Compaction 101 for New Professionals

Volvo Construction Equipment

New to construction or roadbuilding? We’ve all been there! Join us October 14 at 12:00pm EDT as we break down the fundamentals of compaction in a simple way. You’ll learn important terms, key factors that affect compaction, how to avoid mistakes to get better at your job and more.

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How to Determine an Oil's Energy Efficiency

What type of data should be collected to determine an oil's energy efficiency

The energy saved is measured in terms of what is utilized to move or operate the machine. For example, for a combustion engine, the reduction in fuel consumption would be measured. For an electric motor and/or gearbox, the reduction of electric energy (voltage, current and power factor) would be measured.

Oils, Lubricants & Greases

How to Properly Handle and Use Coolants and DEF in Your Construction Fleet

Coolants moderate temperature and DEF lowers harmful gasses emitted into the air, but how you handle these fluids takes a more in-depth explanation

'Changing your coolant on time is critical to maintain proper cooling system functionality,' says Michael Middleton, core services manager, customer experience for Valvoline Instant Oil Change.

[APP] PENTA Mobile Field Service App Works Regardless of Network Availability

Penta Technologies Inc.

The app provides technician users a list of assignments, details about each assignment, the associated customer, service history, customer equipment details and history, parts lists, task lists and more

Field technicians can also use the app to record customer equipment information, labor, materials, parts, tools, field notes and more.

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Don’t Rely on Engine Oil Myths

While there is an abundance of information on best oil selection and maintenance practices, common myths still plague the construction industry.

It’s okay to switch between oil brands and even between synthetic and conventional petroleum-based oil during changes as long as the oil meets required manufacturer specifications.

Fleet Maintenance

Advice for Using Synthetic Lubricants with Construction Equipment

It is important to become familiar with the products available, including their advantages and disadvantages, as well as to make a comparison with existing high-quality petroleum base mineral oils

EPA Grants Available to Reduce Emissions from Diesel Engines

EPA anticipates awarding at least $11 million in Diesel Emission Reduction Program (DERA) grant funding to eligible applicants

Thunder Creek DEF Saddle Tank for Truck Chassis

Thunder Creek Equipment

60- or 120-gal.-capacity stainless steel DEF system includes lockable pump enclosure, 8-gpm industrial-grade 12V DEF pump and 20-ft., 3/4-in. hose with automatic shutoff nozzle

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Oils, Lubricants & Greases

5 Ways to Prevent Equipment Bearing Failures

The first step in the overall prevention of bearing failure lies in the consideration of bearing technologies that are most suitable to the application

When a bearing does fail prematurely, it usually is due to causes that could have been avoided.

Maintainer Redesigned Lube Skid

Maintainer Corp. of Iowa Inc.

System includes three oil and one waste oil 55-gal. composite tanks

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Mack Engine Oil EOS-4.5

Mack Trucks Inc.

Oil drain intervals have been extended by up to 15,000 miles depending on application

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Graco Lubrication Equipment

Systems provide continuous lubrication replenishment, reducing downtime and maintaining efficient operation

G3 series automatic lubrication pump

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