September 2017

Equipment Today September 2017
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This Google Earth view shows Stag's Leap winery after construction of the new visitor's center.
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Pre-construction Plan, SiteWorks Software Help Build Winery Visitor Center

Some options for handling construction equipment maintenance and repair are not as cost effective as you may think.
Management
Six Options to Maintain Your Construction Equipment Fleet
The operator should be be able to maintain visibility into the hole or trench as the load is being lowered. Position the machine so the lowering is done over the end of the machine and not over the side.
Dirt Work
Five Tips For Using Earthmovers to Lift and Place Heavy Loads
The operator should be be able to maintain visibility into the hole or trench as the load is being lowered. Position the machine so the lowering is done over the end of the machine and not over the side.
Dirt Work
Five Tips For Using Earthmovers to Lift and Place Heavy Loads
JLG’s high-capacity telehandlers can be equipped with SmartLoad Technology to help minimize overloading risks.
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Evolution of the Telehandler Work Environment
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Management
Maximize Technician Productivity with the Right Truck
Ensure the mechanic's truck has the proper capabilities and equipment to do the service and repair job right.
September 8, 2017
Your mechanics truck is your on-site service shop in the field, with storage, lubrication equipment and lifting capabilities.
Technology
Lehman-Roberts’ Software Upgrade Adds Project Profit Every Week
Highway contractor’s supervisors start reporting project profit weekly and learn the frequent analysis makes it easier to move project profitability from red to black
September 7, 2017
Lehman-Roberts Company’s project managers, including Nick Koenig, assistant project manager, meet once a week and review project cost accounting data in Viewpoint Vista. By keeping close tabs on costs, the company often turns unprofitable projects into profitable ones.
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2017 Contractors’ Top 50 New Products Winners
In this industry exclusive awards program, construction equipment owners and end users decide the winners.
September 7, 2017
Top 50
Dirt Work
Utility Contractor Uses Excavators to Tackle High-profile Jobs
Stealth Construction offers the right mix of construction services and equipment to take on high-profile projects.
August 18, 2017
For the Loudoun County project, Stealth Construction brought in five Doosan crawler excavators, including a DX235LCR-5.
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Microtrenching the Last Mile of Fiber
New equipment innovations exceed challenges of an evolving market.
July 21, 2017
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Pedestrian Trenchers Make Tracks Toward an Improved User and Owner Experience
Pedestrian trenchers are evolving away from the rigid, wheeled machines of the past in favor of more maneuverable tracked rigs, thanks to manufacturers who are working to supply robust and durable products that are simple for the operator to use.
June 7, 2017
Vermeer introduced VZ steering, which allows a novice operator to guide a trencher with minimal effort. The hydraulic system has also been enhanced for improved productivity.
Rejuvenators
Eslich Wrecking Company Key Contractor in Giving Akron a Makeover
Since mid-2016, demolition contractor Eslich Wrecking Company has been involved in five different revitalization projects throughout Akron, Ohio, to help revitalize and redevelop the city
March 14, 2017
Beginning in mid-2016, Eslich has been involved in five different revitalization projects throughout Akron and its surrounding areas.
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