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Lifting Equipment
The Impact of U.S. Emission Regulations on the AWP Market
The rise in operating expenses is not trivial, but the full impact of the regulations probably will not be felt until 2015 at the earliest
July 15, 2014
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Fleet Maintenance
Free Online Cost Savings Calculators
Use these online calculators to see if Luber-finer and Champion Oil products can save your company money
July 2, 2014
Earthmoving - Compact
Turn a Profit with Skid-steer Loaders
The correct tire choice reduces skid steer operating costs.
June 20, 2014
With more rubber and fewer voids, extreme-duty tires offer increased life on improved surfaces.
Fleet Maintenance
Do You Know Your ABCs of Heavy-Duty Coolants?
A look at the fundamentals of antifreeze/coolant for heavy-duty diesel engines -- today's advanced trucks and yesterday's stalwarts
June 19, 2014
It is important to maintain proper additive levels, top off coolants at regular service intervals and test the coolant regularly for proper additive levels and freeze protection. (Photo courtesy of Prestone)
Diesel Engines
Are You Ready for Tier 4?
Many unanswered questions about the effects of Tier 4 on equipment maintenance, costs and resale value make this tricky to answer.
May 26, 2014
There are many different technologies available. This Liebherr Tier 4 Final engines use selective catalytic reduction (SCR) only, a technology that makes particulate filters unnecessary.
Other Components
Shift the Demands Placed on Drivers
Automatic and automated transmissions allow drivers to concentrate on the task at hand.
May 26, 2014
Off-road environments with poor underfoot conditions are challenging and require the transmission to protect the driveline from shock loads.
Fleet Maintenance
What Experience Reveals About DPFs
Wisdom gained on the use and servicing of diesel particulate filters in on-road fleets offers lessons for off-road equipment owners.
May 16, 2014
DPFs require routine cleaning to remove ash that accumulates over time. The accumulation of ash is an important factor limiting the filter's service life and increasing its pressure drop, and has an adverse effect on fuel economy.
Fleet Maintenance
Strategies to Vanquish Varnish Formation
With continuing advancements, even greater stresses are being placed on hydraulic oils.
May 16, 2014
Erratic operation of hydraulic actuators is usually the first sign of varnish build-up. The cylinder will appear to be sticking, but it is actually the spool in the valve body that is not operating freely.
Other Components
CNH Industrial Parts & Service Group to Cater to Used Equipment Owners
Parts & Service segment targets second and third owners of Case, New Holland and other equipment brands as a means to grow business by 10%.
May 13, 2014
At the CNH Industrial Investor Day, the company announced plans to grow its parts business by 10%.
Business Services
How Do You Measure Up?
April 3, 2014
LaserLine can attach to any striping machine and gives the operator a spot reference for a line, or an actual line, when used at night.
Other Components
Doosan's Engine Business Group Looks to North America and Beyond
With the introduction of compact engines for the OEM market, the company expects to nearly triple its engine sales by 2018.
March 13, 2014
Doosan is introducing three compact diesel engine models ranging from 1.8- to 3.4-liter displacement and in 50- to 110-hp ranges (or higher), depending on the configuration.
Fleet Maintenance
Don't Cut Corners with Hydraulic Safety
High pressures and hot oil mean that anyone working around construction equipment must exercise care.
February 17, 2014
Hydraulics are sophisticated systems under high pressure and no matter how experienced an operator you are, it's important to pay attention to the basics at all times.
Earthmoving Equipment
High-tech Solutions Dig Deep to Cut Costs
Suppliers are including features in today's excavators designed to enhance performance and reduce operating costs.
January 6, 2014
John Deere employs an engine, hydraulic management system that controls the excavator's functions and operations. It keeps equipment operating at optimum performance regardless of the application.
Other Components
Tier 4 Drives Evolution in Construction Market
Manufacturers have spent billions to meet EPA emissions targets for diesel engines, which has driven up the initial price of the engines. How will the cost of this investment affect the buying and selling of equipment in the long term?
January 6, 2014
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Fleet Maintenance
Year-round Maintenance Tips for Small Engines
Knowledge is power when it comes to maintaining engines for your outdoor power equipment.
November 25, 2013
Replace a dirty, shrunken or torn air filter to ensure the engine gets enough air to run efficiently.
Fleet Maintenance
Crush Your Way to Savings
Reasons abound for recycling oil filters and their waste oil.
November 15, 2013
Oil filter crushers such as this one from Bendpak are designed to flatten oil filters and squeeze out all but the last traces of engine sludge and oil. Here, an oil filter can be crushed to 25% of its original size.
Truck Parts & Components
Automatic Slack Adjuster Maintenance and Inspection
What to do when a brake stroke is out of adjustment
November 14, 2013
Other Components
Know Your Costs with Alternative Powertrains
November 13, 2013
This dump truck uses BAE Systems hybrid technology.
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