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

Equipment wears down and sometimes breaks—it’s a fact of doing business, but when it happens unexpectedly, it can lead to unnecessary downtime, costs, and...

Trucks customized to a contractor’s specific application can help crews and equipment work at full capacity while avoiding missed deadlines, voided warranties, and unnecessary...

Even the best oil filter is of no use if the gasket/O-ring seal is brittle. And, if you manage a lot oil filters, hydraulic...

Taking the stress off construction site managers in urban environments By Luke Van Wyk Managing the flow of fuel in compressed, urban environments is a challenge...

Contractors who are looking for a sure-fire way to optimize the return on their commercial truck tire investment should start with inflation. Quite simply, maintaining...

Let’s start this off on the right foot. This article is all about how to affect fleet cost containment in the real world for...

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,...

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

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