In part one of this article, we shared a primer on cost containment and looked at reducing the cost of maintenance without losing the...

For the fleet manager of a large collection of varied equipment, each with different tire needs, managing a replacement schedule for tires can be...

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...

By Andrew Mayer Originally, rivet busters were manufactured to cut and form metal rivets in building construction and dismantling, and industrial applications. At the beginning,...

The key to maximum productivity is an efficient, well-maintained work truck. To keep your business running at peak potential for as long as possible,...

By Michael Close, M.S., P.E. Frequently, an owner agency releases a letting for a bridge replacement or rehabilitation utilizing tried-and-true solutions without knowing that more...

Schildberg Construction Co. is a family owned business that has been moving dirt and crushing rock for the past 75 years. At Schildberg, nearly...

Heavy-haul trailers see it all—rocks, ruts, bumps, and jolts. It all translates to an increased risk of damage. Troy Geisler, vice president of marketing and...

In the past, the hardscape industry has sold concrete pavers and natural stone as a maintenance-free investment that will last a lifetime. However, over...

At ConExpo 2017, Caterpillar launched new Cat® Connect hardware and software to enable equipment managers to connect all of their assets—from the largest earthmover...