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How to Read Tire Damage
Yokohama Off-Highway Tires America, Inc.
Recognizing key types of wear and damage on tires can be extremely helpful with avoiding costs or hazards in the future.
July 20, 2020
Shown is radial cracking in the upper sidewall due to under-inflation.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Predicting Oil and Grease Life in Equipment
Calculating lifecyles based on operating conditions requires application of factors to account for real life conditions, such as solid contamination, moisture, air, catalytic effect of wear debris, temperature variations in a circulating system, etc.
July 6, 2020
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Lubricating Equipment
What Contractors Should Know About Single-point Lubricators
What type of single-point automatic grease lubricator is best for higher ambient temperatures and dusty outdoor conditions?
July 5, 2020
A single-point automatic lubricator is a self-contained and adjustable device to automatically dispense grease or oil to a lubrication point over a period of time.
Tires
Slash Tire Costs with Scrap Pile Analysis and Tire Management
Used tire analysis and historical data help contractors make positive changes.
July 1, 2020
Understanding how tires have performed and the reason why they have been removed can help you determine the proper tire type (pattern, technology, compound, etc.) suitable for your fleet and select the manufacturer that gives you the best total cost of ownership.
Fleet Maintenance
Hydraulic Leaks Signal Particle Contamination in System
Chevron
Overall, it is safe to say particle contamination wreaks havoc on components which can lead to extreme leaks, headaches, and not to mention exposure to safety issues.
July 1, 2020
Hydraulic leaks are a telltale sign of particle contamination.
Fleet Maintenance
5 Tips to Safely Purchase, Handle and Store Diesel Exhaust Fluid This Summer
American Petroleum Institute
Five tips to help you safely purchase high-quality, API-certified DEF and to handle and store it in a way that protects it during the warm weather months.
June 15, 2020
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Coolants
8 Cooling System Dos and Don'ts
POLARIS Laboratories
Knowing what to do and not to do with cooling system maintenance can be the difference between top performing equipment and engine failure.
June 4, 2020
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Oils, Lubricants & Greases
What Are the Benefits of Using Biodegradable Lubricants in Equipment?
Vegetable oils are biodegradable, generally less toxic, renewable and reduce dependency on imported petroleum oils.
June 1, 2020
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Track Systems
5 Steps to Reduce Wear on Undercarriage
Summit Supply LLC
Reducing wear on undercarriage ensures optimum performance and longest life.
May 19, 2020
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Track Systems
7 Steps to Extend Rubber Track Life
Summit Supply LLC
Maximize the life of your rubber track by using these tips from Summit Supply.
May 13, 2020
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Diesel Engines
Diesel Engines: Get to Know Exhaust Colors
Smoke from diesel exhaust can indicate issues to address
May 11, 2020
What Color Is Your Smoke No Type Horiz
Diesel Engines
Versatile Hybrid Power Sources
The shift toward lower horsepower engines with a variety of supplementary power source options for peak demands are ensuring equipment always can perform optimally.
May 8, 2020
The F28 Hybrid pairs a diesel engine with an e-flywheel.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
What Are the Effects of Lubricants Mixing in Equipment?
Mixing lubricants of the same type but different viscosities has an impact on the viscosity of the lubricant within the asset.
May 4, 2020
What happens if different lubricants mix together in a machine?
Tires
Trying to Make Sense of Tire Solutions for Your Rental Fleet?
Camso (formerly Camoplast Solideal Inc.)
Work with your tire dealer to determine what to consider when equipping your machine.
April 22, 2020
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Equipment Management
Maintaining Equipment in a Time of Social Distancing
Trimble Inc.
Using augmented reality in construction can limit some worker exposure when it comes to equipment maintenance and repairs. Virtually connect technicians to experts with AR video & audio to improve first-time fix rates, productivity and customer service.
April 16, 2020
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Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Why Proper Lubrication is Essential for Construction Equipment
Petro-Canada Lubricants
Choosing the right lubricant is essential to improve construction equipment reliability and productivity and to reduce breakdowns
April 13, 2020
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Undercarriage
10 Tips to Reduce Undercarriage Costs
Slash undercarriage costs on your construction equipment through proper acquisition, maintenance and operation
April 7, 2020
Clean the undercarriage at the end of the shift. This is what happens when mud is allowed to freeze and harden in the undercarraige.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
6 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Lubricant
Ask yourself these key questions about lubrication to help make the right lubricant choice, not just the cheapest or quickest one.
March 2, 2020
All moving equipment has parts that need to be lubricated. Take these six factors into consideration to make the right lubricant decision for your equipment needs.
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