Problems and why they matter By Stefan Eshleman Batteries can be monitored for many different things. None of these different things are as important as the...

Saving fuel is not the only benefit By Justin Smith Ever wondered why the reduction of idle time is always a hot topic? Have you ever...

The American Petroleum Institute (API), working with engine manufacturers and oil makers, is completely redesigning heavy-duty engine oil specifications. Nearly a decade has passed...

A properly inspected and maintained truck minimizes costly downtime Contractors depend heavily on mechanics trucks to get sidelined equipment back in the dirt and generating...

The Clark Avenue interchange is a highly traveled, four-lane road serving as a primary access point to California State Route 135 in Santa Barbara...

Why is dirt removal so important to construction, mining and oil/gas professionals? Dirt, grime and grease are some of the toughest opponents to a...

When a parking lot concrete overlay job is commissioned, there are standard procedures regarding the different design elements of the job. One such element...

By Jennifer Crisman When a concrete sealer does not look or perform as expected, the root cause can usually be traced back to issues like...

Mobile welding typically involves a wide variety of work—from heavy machinery repair one day to fabricating ornamental fences the next.  Having the right equipment and...

In addition to personnel, equipment is essential to heavy civil construction operations. Keeping a fleet on the job and in safe, working order is...