Crafco Synergy

From its humble beginnings in 1976, Crafco has grown into the world’s most recognized and trusted materials and equipment manufacturer for pavement preservation products....

Right Part, Right Time: Part 3 of 3

Storeroom efficiency netted positive results By Corey Crable In part one and two of this article, Superior Paving made the decision to improve its asset management...

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,...

Routine Care

It’s only natural to want an easier solution for efficiency-draining tasks like maintenance. However, as any pro athlete will tell you, advancing to the...

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...
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....

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...
aging induction units

Tear Out or Replace

Many facilities built in the 70s and 80s continue to operate and maintain aging induction-based air conditioning units originally installed in each room or...
diesel engine care

Dealing With Diesel

Whatever the season—summer or winter—most fleet owners’ business and productivity goals make it necessary for them to keep their vehicles working throughout the year....

The Diesel Engine Oil of the Future: PC-11

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...