Tire Care

By Scott Holub Proper tire care is a very important part of protecting a company’s bottom line. Tires are a major investment for equipment, so...

10 Quick Tips for Generator Maintenance

As with any piece of equipment that provides power to other tools, the only time one seems to notice a generator is when it’s...
fuel

Fuel Tank Selection

The ABBI Mobile Refueler is mounted to a DOT-approved highway trailer with electric brakes for easy transportation to and around jobsites. Some things change constantly....

S.T. Wooten Transformation: Part 2 of 3

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

Diesel Exhaust Fluid Is the New Flat Tire

Since DEF has been introduced to the construction industry, it has been plagued as an unwanted burden that we all hoped would never happen....

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...
Proxy Tech

Equipment Repair Evolution Revolution: Part 2

In the first installment of this article, the nature of a Proxy Tech program for various industries needing additional maintenance support that goes beyond...
Tool Ownership

The Hidden Costs of Tool Ownership and How to Address Them

By Adrian Gram Having the right tools for a project is a game-changer, but it can seem like a necessary evil if you have to...

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...
Best-in-Class Fleet Maintenance

Tracking Your Way to Best-in-Class Fleet Maintenance

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