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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 […]

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Complete Guide to Launching and Managing a Box Truck Business

September 5, 2023 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Complete Guide to Launching and Managing a Box Truck Business

View the complete article here. Who owns a buck truck business? Entrepreneurs. Tradesmen. Construction business owners. College grads. College dropouts. Retirees…. You own a box truck business… or at least you can.  If you work […]

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How to Utilize Outrigger Pads Properly

April 13, 2023 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on How to Utilize Outrigger Pads Properly

View the complete article here. Outrigger pads are essential safety equipment used to provide a stable base for heavy equipment. When used properly, outrigger pads help distribute the weight of the equipment across a larger […]

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Everything You Need to Know About Maintaining and Replacing Tires on Heavy Equipment

October 22, 2020 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on Everything You Need to Know About Maintaining and Replacing Tires on Heavy Equipment

View the complete article here. Heavy equipment tires. They’re big, they are indeed extremely heavy, and they look indestructible. But it’s their size and the rough conditions they are expected to handle that make their […]

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What is Your Crane Rental Strategy?

June 9, 2020 Equipment & Contracting Comments Off on What is Your Crane Rental Strategy?

View complete article here. Some jobs just sound easy, don’t they? Like, “Let’s rent a crane.” Well, there’s more than a quick phone call and a standard contract involved. Here we outline the elements of […]

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