ELD

Compliant and Productive

The Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate continues to be a source of concern and frustration for many construction materials haulers, and even though the...
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....
Trailer Maintenance Tips

Trailer Maintenance Tips

Heavy-haul trailers see it all—rocks, ruts, bumps, and jolts. It all translates to an increased risk of damage. Troy Geisler, vice president of marketing and...
Schildberg Construction

Rebuilding Tired Iron

Schildberg Construction Co. is a family owned business that has been moving dirt and crushing rock for the past 75 years. At Schildberg, nearly...
Cat® Connect

Monitoring Machine Health and More

At ConExpo 2017, Caterpillar launched new Cat® Connect hardware and software to enable equipment managers to connect all of their assets—from the largest earthmover...
EFI

The Tools to Embrace Engine Innovations

Advancements in technology continue to yield better engines, improve fuel efficiency, and extend maintenance intervals. But beyond delivering superior products, technology has fundamentally changed...
OC program

Frontline Maintenance with Operator Care

Successful heavy construction companies understand that boosting profit margins can only happen by increasing efficiency and lowering costs. To ensure a rise to the...
Aftermarket Option

Aftermarket Options Set Stage for Customer Retention

Modern contractors require modern solutions when it comes to equipment acquisition. The solutions they seek today extend far beyond the initial purchase and require...
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...
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...