Rod DickensBased in Madison, WI, Rod Dickens is a freelance writer specializing in the construction industry.From the Author - Page 3Portable LightingShow Customers the Light… and MoreThe type and number of light towers a customer needs depends on the application, and even though rental machines tend to be ‘bare bones’ units with less features, that, too, varies with the application.RentalMarketWatch: Overcoming Everyday Obstacles to SuccessRental professionals around the country weigh in on their most critical issues and what keeps them up at night.RentalTaking Training to the Next LevelSelf-paced computer-based modules, university-like online training with an instructor, and programs that simulate real-life applications have made training more accessible and, in many ways, more effective.BusinessState of the Construction Industry: Proceed With CautionThe economy continues to grow, although the pace might not be as robust as most would like. Still, the uptick continues and it will have a direct impact on your customers' purchasing and rental habits for the coming year.BusinessFunding Uncertainty Undercuts OutlookWith 2010 in the rear view mirror, construction and highway industry insiders ponder what lies ahead in 2011.Earthmoving EquipmentVital Excavator Features That Enhance ROIMonitoring systems can help improve the return on investment of today's excavators.RentalWhat's Beyond the Edge of Technology?Some technology might not be in wide use yet, but thanks to the consumer’s growing appetite for instant information, it will likely become a necessary part of renting equipment in the not too distant future.Business2014 Construction Industry ForecastRental asked construction industry economists to weigh in on what to expect in 2014. Among key areas of concern are construction activity, unemployment, raw material costs, and the general economic outlook for the coming year.RentalAre You (Really) Ready for Trailer Rentals?A customer wants to rent an equipment trailer? No big deal, right? Well, that depends on any number of variables, not the least of which is how much experience potential renters have towing and backing up a trailer, what they plan to haul, and where they plan to haul it.RentalWhere Is the Construction Market Headed in 2013?Leaders of several trade associations predict what they see coming for the construction industry in 2013RentalHow to Cement Customer Relationships with Decorative ConcreteThe decorative concrete market spells opportunity for rental houses. Equipment and products are specialized -- and in many cases, costly -- so it pays to rent from both a DIYer's and contractor’s perspective.Repair & Rehabilitation ProductsRepair or Replace?Technology is changing our options when it comes to deciding whether to repair or replace damaged, cracked concrete.Previous PagePage 3 of 6Next Page
