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Concrete Equipment & Products
Ground Penetrating Radar is the Key to Concrete Cutting Safety
Geophysical Survey Systems (GSSI)
Simple scanning prevents potentially costly losses.
Scanning is conducted using a handheld device that combines a screen and antenna in one unit. The equipment is small and lightweight, which makes it easily maneuverable.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Take Efficiency to New Heights with UAV Technology
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Caterpillar has been working with drones on contractor and aggregate-producer sites to determine how the technology can be used to improve site safety, efficiency and profitability
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Rental
Equipment Controls: The Quest for Consistency
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
AWP/MEWP control panels vary considerably, in terms of shape, control layout, function actuation, indication and marking, to highlight just a few areas as manufacturers have updated and changed designs.
Familarization is the key. Professional training is essential. But on top of that, managers must make sure specific machine familiarization takes place for all operators.
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Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
No Doubt About It—Grade Technology Can Help You Make More Money
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Some grading technologies guide operators to grade visually showing them where to cut and fill, and some control the blade or bucket automatically; here’s where each type works best
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Business Services
How to Catch More Customers with the Right Bait
Construction Business Coaching
Think of your bid or proposal as tempting bait customers will want to bite; think of your target market as fishing holes with lots of fish who want what your company has to offer
Just like in fishing, when you decide to bid on certain project or customer types, your goal is to catch either big ones or lots of fish. In order to be successful, you have to spend time researching and looking for the right fishing holes (markets) where fish (or customers) bite often.
Business Services
Contractors Make Recommendations Based on Experience
American Society of Concrete Contractors (ASCC)
Contractors citing previous experience should make their recommendations with the understanding the final decision will be made by the designer and owner.
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Business Services
Why Construction Companies Should Strive to Become a Monopoly
The Contractor's Business Coach
Becoming a monopoly requires creative thinking, innovation and an uncompromising dedication to the goal
As the financial benefits of being a monopoly are so incredibly attractive the time, effort and dedication it takes to become one are well worth it.
Diesel Engines
DEF: The Latest Addition to Diesel Fluid Management
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Use of diesel exhaust fluid is predicted to grow ten-fold in the coming five years. DEF requires careful handling, so here are the key use and storage tips to help your crew use it effectively
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Business Services
Take a Cue from Rental to Extend Construction Equipment Return on Investment
GB Financial Services, LLC
Construction companies can learn from rental operations when it comes to extending the life and return on investment from equipment in their fleet.
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Rental
An American Perspective on the Hire Industry in the UK
Detmer Consulting Inc.
I recently toured a variety of rental companies, known as “hire shops” or “plant hire” companies in the UK. These included the single-store independently owned and operated variety as well as the large industrial-focused “super hire store” variety.
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Understanding Ownership Costs
GB Financial Services, LLC
Based on my extensive experience in the dealer, rental and leasing businesses, I find running rental metrics against the original cost of the equipment is the best way to compare rental activity from one reporting period to the next.
Garry Bartecki is the managing member of GB Financial Services LLP and a consultant to Associated Equipment Distributors (AED).
Rental Business
The Keys to Successful Online Marketing for Your Rental Business
Your website and social media pages must make sense for your business. These pages should be considered your front door – they are the first thing potential and existing customers see.
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