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10 Crucial Tips for Construction Equipment Safety

October 28, 2025 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on 10 Crucial Tips for Construction Equipment Safety

View the complete article here. Construction sites are inherently dangerous, especially when heavy equipment is involved. According to OSHA, equipment-related accidents account for a significant portion of fatalities and injuries. Drawing from real OSHA-investigated case […]

Concrete

6 Maintenance Tips to Keep Concrete Pumps Lasting for 15-20 Years

October 11, 2025 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on 6 Maintenance Tips to Keep Concrete Pumps Lasting for 15-20 Years

View the complete article here. Concrete pumps are vital for construction projects, but their longevity—typically 10-15 years with proper care, extending up to 20 years—depends on rigorous maintenance to prevent wear, blockages, and breakdowns. By […]

Cranes & Lifting

Maximizing Crane Efficiency: Tips for Reducing Downtime

September 17, 2024 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Maximizing Crane Efficiency: Tips for Reducing Downtime

View the complete article here. Cranes are essential to many industries, from construction to shipping, where lifting heavy loads with precision is critical to the success of a project. However, one of the most significant […]

Trucks & Hauling

How to Prevent Violations as a Truck Driver

July 9, 2024 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on How to Prevent Violations as a Truck Driver

View the complete article here. Compliance in truck driving is crucial, not just for adhering to regulations but for ensuring safety on the roads—protecting the well-being of drivers and other road users, and safeguarding the […]

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Truck Maintenance Tips (for All Truck Sizes)

May 15, 2024 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Truck Maintenance Tips (for All Truck Sizes)

View the complete article here. Truck maintenance is essential for ensuring the safety, reliability, and longevity of trucks in the construction industry. In this guide, we’ll cover the fundamental maintenance tasks that apply to all […]

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Complete Guide to Construction Scams

September 16, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Complete Guide to Construction Scams

View the complete article here. What is Contractor Fraud? Whether you’re trying to avoid getting scammed yourself—or whether you want to make sure you’re abiding by the law, it’s crucial to understand what exactly contractor […]

Asphalt & Paving

Mistakes to Avoid While Operating an Asphalt Plant

September 14, 2022 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Mistakes to Avoid While Operating an Asphalt Plant

View the complete article here. In the last few years, there have been far too many devastating stories about asphalt plant explosions. The incidents range from major headaches that stop production and cause delays, to […]

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