Hydrodemolition Robots

By Keith Armishaw For decades, road and bridge repair contractors have relied on the power and precision of Hydrodemolition robots to increase efficiency for concrete...

Preserved For A Lifetime

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) provides service to Chicago and 40 surrounding suburbs. The CTA’s 1,190 train cars operate over eight routes and 222...

Harnessing the Power of CMMS, Part II

This is the second of a three-part series on Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS). Basically, CMMS helps to: Improve the reliability and availability of equipment Increase the...

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...

Solving the Cracked Floor Dilemma

Cracked floors around drains are one of the most common and troublesome maintenance and sanitation problems in food production facilities. These cracks compromise the...

Tackling Wear and Tear

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...

Concrete Outgassing

By Jennifer Crisman Although concrete is commonly perceived as a dry and dense substance, it is actually an inherently porous material that more closely resembles...

CTL Maintenance Practices

Reduce downtime with daily and weekly checks By George MacIntyre Today’s high-performance compact track loaders (CTLs) can provide several productivity advantages on nearly any jobsite. However,...

Maximize Retreadability

Retreading construction tires can be an outstanding way to maximize return on investment and improve sustainability metrics, which are increasingly important to a growing...

The Right Truck for Maintenance

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...