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Rental Announces 2026 Editor's Choice Award Winners

Find new equipment and technology solutions to improve safety and equipment rental ROI with these innovations.

September 25, 2026

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Inspiring the Rental Industry by Teamwork & Accountability

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Meet Amber Gobert, a recipient of a For Construction Pros: PACER Women in Construction Award.

January 23, 2026

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Earth Augers (handheld)

Drilling Safely With Earth Augers

Remind rental customers these 4 safety tips when operating an earth drill.

May 17, 2025

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Four Ways to Bore Under a Paved Surface

A look at the pros and cons of four of the most common ways to bore under a paved surface.

August 26, 2020

Little Beaver's Driveway Boring Kit is a wet drilling kit suited for boring up to 50 ft. under driveways or parking lots.

Earth Augers (handheld)

How to Maintain Your Earth Drills for Maximum Uptime

Too often when it comes to properly maintaining earth drills, operators forget the importance of daily and monthly inspections. Forgoing regular maintenance leads to trouble onsite with either declined drilling performance or a complete breakdown.

November 11, 2015

While fully engaged, a gap should appear between the throttle lever and the handle mount on each side. Adjust the lever by bending it, if the lever touches the handle to achieve full engine power.

Time to Add Augers

Things to consider when adding augers to your equipment rental inventory.

December 20, 2010

Homeowners will typically chose the solution that requires the least number of people.