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Hiring the Best Heavy Construction Equipment: Everything to Consider


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Hiring the Best Heavy Construction Equipment: Everything to Consider

If you are hiring heavy construction equipment for your business, there are so many things you need to consider, from driver training to safety features, from cost to supplemental insurance, and, of course, there are many other factors to consider. Hi, my name is Dave, and I used to work in the oil fields. During that time, I ran almost every type of heavy machinery you can imagine, and I also saw a lot of mistakes being made. I learned a lot, and now that I am semi-retired, I want to share a lot of that info. Before you hire a heavy machine, take a look at these posts.

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Crucial Steps for the Upkeep of Your Track Loader

Earthmoving equipment, irrespective of the primary function, is expensive. So whether you have bought this heavy construction equipment for personal use or your new business, it is mandatory to know how best to take care of your earthmoving machinery. An oversight some owners make is assuming that maintenance entails getting a technician whenever a problem crops up. The reality is that proper upkeep consists of paying specific attention to each type of equipment that you own, which means there is no one-size-fits-all approach to the maintenance of your earthmoving equipment. Read More 

How to Prevent the 3 Most Common Causes of Crane Borer Accidents

Cranes are the centre of many construction and industrial projects. Crane borers, in particular, are useful when you need to perform tasks such as getting electric poles on the ground, or when they need to be removed and replaced. Unfortunately, cranes are often at the centre of many construction-related accidents, and this mostly happens because people rarely follow all the safety regulations put in place for their operations. Here are the three things that you must remember when operating the machinery. Read More 

3 Benefits of Using a Crane Labour Hire Company

If you are managing a construction project which is making use of cranes, you will need qualified contractors who can operate the cranes. Rather than hiring crane operators on a permanent basis, you should consider using a crane labour company who can provide you with skilled staff as and when you need them. Below is a guide to 3 benefits of using a supply company that offers crane labour for hire. Read More 

5 Pitfalls to Avoid When Renting Tray Top Crane Trucks

Are you planning to rent or buy a used tray top crane truck for your construction company? Read on and discover some of the pitfalls that you should be mindful of when you are checking the trucks that are available for rent/sale.  Inoperable Emergency Systems You should test the different emergency systems of the tray top crane truck and confirm that they all work. For instance, find out whether the flashing lights work. Read More