Participate In The State Of the Industry Report

Rental wants to hear your opinion on the current state of the rental industry. Email Editor Sarah Webb your thoughts at [email protected].

December 7, 2022

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As we wrap up the 2022 season, it's time for us to look ahead at what 2023 will bring, but to do that, we need your help!

How do you think this past year went for the rental industry? How did this year go for your company specifically? What tools and technologies did you employ to up your efficiency game?

What are your thoughts on where the industry is headed? Is there anything in particular that concerns you? What sort of challenges do you think lie ahead? What opportunities are on the horizon?

Rental magazine wants to hear your opinion on the current state of the rental industry and where it's headed!

Email Editor Sarah Webb your thoughts at [email protected], and you may be featured in our upcoming State of the Industry report.

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Rental Business Software: Do’s, Don’ts, and Other Considerations

Many equipment rental business owners are working far too hard for the amount left over after expenses. A more robust software system can help your company keep more of what you’ve earned.

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Addressing the Updates to MEWP Requirements From a Legal Perspective

MEWPs are one of the safest means of working at height, yet there are risks. These had been largely dealt with from a legal perspective through an array of contract provisions and guidance. But the laws have changed.

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Keeping up with compressor maintenance keeps equipment ready to rent. Use this checklist to keep your machines running smoothly and efficiently.

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The Biggest Cybersecurity Threats for Rental Business Owners

There has never been a better time to make sure that your rental business’ data and cybersecurity practices are up-to-date and running efficiently. The first step is learning about the threats like phishing, insider threats, and more.

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EDCO Equipment: Profit in 30 Rental Days. Guaranteed.

We’re so confident in our equipment that we’re here to make you a profit promise. American-made sawing and surface preparation equipment for concrete contractors that can’t be beat.

Whether it's support with succession planning or effective people management, its experts are uniquely positioned to skillfully guide contractors in harmonizing their personal, operational, and financial strategies.

Performance Construction to Focus on Contractor Community

With a shift to exclusively serving contractors, PCA’s Business Consulting services offer even more specialized guidance for its clients.

Frances Ellison Re-Joins Point of Rental as U.S. Software Support Director

Frances Ellison Re-Joins Point of Rental as U.S. Software Support Director

As the U.S. software support director, Frances Ellison's focus will be on the day-to-day support operations for the company’s North American customer base while assisting in developing and executing the company’s long-term support strategy.

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How to Become a Trusted Leader

There is a continuum of leadership. At one end of the spectrum is the trusted leader who develops high-trust relationships and builds a high-trust atmosphere. At the other end there is the dictator, who uses fear to drive people.

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Keeping up with compressor maintenance keeps equipment ready to rent. Use this checklist to keep your machines running smoothly and efficiently.

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Rental Snapshot: Live in Texas & Give in Texas

Zack Smith has grown Buffalo Equipment Rental from just an idea to a successful family-operated rental business. He shares with us his biggest challenges, his ideal dinner guests, and more.

Career in Rental Business - Were you 'Born for This'?

The ARA has a Question: Were You 'Born for This'?

The American Rental Association debuted its workforce development campaign – Born for This – at The ARA Show 2024.

Spanning 20,300 sq. ft., the new Cloquet, Minn. branch is specifically designed to support a larger material handling of equipment parts and rental inventory, provide comprehensive in-house shop service, and accommodate the company’s broad product offerings.

Fairchild Equipment Reveals New Facility in Cloquet

The new facility represents a step forward in Fairchild Equipment's ability to offer equipment maintenance and repair services, an expanded rental fleet, and a venue that better accommodates the company's product range.

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Shaping the Future of Rental

The ARA Show 2024 theme was "Shaping the Future of Rental." If you think about it, the only people that can do such a thing are rental business owners.

Cooper Equipment Rentals Acquires Action Equipment Rentals

Cooper Equipment Rentals Acquires Action Equipment Rentals

Cooper Equipment Rentals Limited completed the transaction to purchase 100% of the shares of Red Deer, Alberta-based Action Equipment Rentals.

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Keeping up with compressor maintenance keeps equipment ready to rent. Use this checklist to keep your machines running smoothly and efficiently.

Herc Rentals Buys Aerial Work Platforms Inc.

AWP’s growth was driven by strategic equipment purchases, fleet diversification, operational improvements, geographic expansion and increasing market share.

The award-winning CASE Utility Plus backhoe loader delivers full-sized backhoe performance in a flexible, efficient platform that is easy to own, easy to maintain, and easy bottom line.

CASE Showcases New Machines for Rental Industry

CASE will showcase its latest models and product lines, including backhoe loaders, mini excavators, mini track loaders, small articulated loaders, and more.

What Rental Companies Can Do To Prepare For The Busy Season

Prepare Now For The Upcoming Busier Seasons

A few opinions, reminders, and examples regarding what can be done in the next few weeks or months for your rental business be prepared for the upcoming busier seasons.

Rental Snapshot: Tim Gerbus of Taylor Construction Equipment

Working Harder, Longer & Smarter

In this Rental Snapshot, Tim Gerbus, general manager at Taylor Construction Equipment, discusses how he entered the rental industry and the challenges that his company and other companies alike struggle with.

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The Ins and Outs of E-Commerce Rental Platforms

Experts provide insight into how e-commerce platforms can help grow rental businesses.

Keys to Implementing Rental Software

Keys to Implementing Rental Software

Insight into how rental companies can gain buy-in from employees, the right time to implement a new software and key data points rental companies should be measuring with their software.

2024 Tool And Showcase

2024 Rental Product Showcase

A comprehensive roundup of tools, equipment and technologies for rental companies and supply fleets for 2024.

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How Rental Centers Can Educate Customers on Work-at-Height Safety

Rental businesses should take advantage of National Employee Safety Month and get customers, and employees, up-to-date on safety and working efficiently with these latest work-at-height stats, equipment comparisons, and tips.

BigRentz and Billd Providing Financial Solutions To Construction Contractors

Empowering Contractors By Improving Access To Financing

BigRentz and Billd have developed a strategic partnership to provide flexible financial solutions and terms to free up capital and help contractors overcome costs, cash flow issues and labor shortages to deliver quality orojects.

Consumer Portal is already integrated with Point of Rental’s Elite software and is available in two tiers - Basic and Advanced.

Point of Rental Releases Self-service eCommerce Consumer Portal

Consumer Portal is already integrated with Point of Rental’s Elite software and is available in two tiers - Basic and Advanced.

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ARA Revises Forecast for Rental and Construction Industries

The American Rental Association (ARA) updated its forecast for the construction and industrial equipment rental industry, presenting significant changes in the economic forecast.

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Don't treat portable compressor service as a once-a-year requirement

Keeping up with compressor maintenance keeps equipment ready to rent. Use this checklist to keep your machines running smoothly and efficiently.