Engine Maintenance
By Brian Hatch and Susan Doyle
Where would we be without reminders? For machinery, it’s those pesky lights, that show up on the dashboard, and...
Scissor Lift and Boom Lift Maintenance
How caring properly for mobile elevated work platforms pays off over time
By Rafael Nuñez and William Dovey
When contractors need to work for extended periods...
5 Signs Your HDD Tooling Needs to Be Replaced
Your HDD operation is only as strong as the tools in your shed. One broken piece in a drill string can stall your job...
Tire Selection and Proper Maintenance Lead to Long Tire Life
Long tire life starts with selecting the correct tires for your vehicle and maintaining them throughout their life. The type of tires contractors need...
Proper Technique
Self-shielded flux-cored arc welding (FCAW-S) offers numerous benefits, including good weldability, high deposition rates, and excellent chemical and mechanical properties. These make the process...
Paver Restoration: Hardscape Contractors Learn to “Seal the Deal”
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...
Taking Care of Your Mechanics Truck
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...
Clean Like the Pros
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...
Upkeep for Demolition Robots
Demolition robots are built with strong components to promote a long service life and are specifically designed to withstand harsh environments. But, as with...
Chevron Rykon Heavy-Duty Grease
On February 1, 2024, Chevron announced the introduction of Rykon, a new calcium sulfonate complex-based grease. Designed for heavy-duty and extreme pressure applications, Rykon...









