The Analysis of Benchmarking – Part 2

Last month, the article on benchmarking reviewed its definition and the importance to business operations. This article will highlight the metrics of the process...

The Case for Equipment Maintenance Management

Many companies overlook the opportunity to save money, decrease costs, and increase profits through effective management of fleet/equipment operating costs (fuel, repairs, parts, personnel,...

Bypass Filtration

You change your oil not because you want to, but because you have to, or risk premature wear and untimely mechanical failures. You need...

Keep Aerial Equipment Working Harder, Lasting Longer

In theory, everyone knows that preventive maintenance is the key to keeping aerial equipment, including boom lifts, scissor lifts, and telehandlers, running at peak...

Street Repair

When a pothole appears on the streets of Edmond, Oklahoma, residents expect it to be filled within 24 hours. That doesn’t leave a lot...

Seasonal Care

You already realize the importance of winterizing your construction equipment before cold weather hits in the winter. But did you know that you should...

S.T. Wooten Transformation: Part 1 of 3

For one of the largest heavy construction firms in North Carolina, getting a handle on inventory control and standardizing maintenance procedures are the keys...

Reconditioned & Ready

DEUTZ Corporation will provide JLG Industries, Inc., an Oshkosh Corporation Company, with DEUTZ Xchange remanufactured engines for JLG’s aerial work platform (AWP) reconditioning program. “JLG...

When the Guardrail is Down

A report was sent in to the Highway Commission on February 1 detailing a section of the rail that appeared to have been struck...

Idle Reduction

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...