• Editorial Team
  • 29 October 2024
Handling Heavy Equipment: 3 Steps to Avoid Inviting Any Legal Trouble

The use of heavy equipment of any type incurs risks and hazards. Before proceeding to … Continue reading “Handling Heavy Equipment: 3 Steps to Avoid Inviting Any Legal Trouble”

  • Editorial Team
  • 28 October 2024
Buying Used Heavy Equipment Helps Navigate Major Sustainability Challenges

As with any industry, environmental needs must not be ignored or overlooked in favor of … Continue reading “Buying Used Heavy Equipment Helps Navigate Major Sustainability Challenges”

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  • 25 October 2024
A Short Guide on How to Buy Used Heavy Equipment

Buying used heavy equipment for sale doesn’t necessarily imply that the buying company is financially … Continue reading “A Short Guide on How to Buy Used Heavy Equipment”

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  • 17 October 2024
U.S. Used Heavy-Duty Construction Equipment Market Overview for September 2024

Rising inventory levels put pressure on prices According to a report by Sandhills Global’s for … Continue reading “U.S. Used Heavy-Duty Construction Equipment Market Overview for September 2024”

  • Editorial Team
  • 16 October 2024
The Right Time to Sell Your Used Heavy Equipment Is Now

Owing to the current market trends witnessed in the heavy-duty construction equipment industry in the … Continue reading “The Right Time to Sell Your Used Heavy Equipment Is Now”

  • Editorial Team
  • 7 October 2024
How To Find The True Cost Of Heavy Equipment?

Automobiles and heavy equipment continue to eat up a significant portion of most contractors’ profit … Continue reading “How To Find The True Cost Of Heavy Equipment?”

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  • 4 October 2024
Three Smart Strategies for Selling Heavy Equipment

There are diverse ways available to sell heavy equipment. Regardless of working solo or with … Continue reading “Three Smart Strategies for Selling Heavy Equipment”

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  • 18 September 2024
Francis Scott Key Bridge Rebuild To Open In 2025: Recent Update

Exciting and long-awaited news about the Francis Scott Key Bridge is finally here. The rebuild … Continue reading “Francis Scott Key Bridge Rebuild To Open In 2025: Recent Update”

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  • 13 September 2024
Used Wheel Loader And Excavator Market In The USA : August 2024 Update

The used equipment market has another month to reveal something amazing in the used wheel … Continue reading “Used Wheel Loader And Excavator Market In The USA : August 2024 Update”

  • Editorial Team
  • 11 September 2024
Case To Take The Extra Mile With New Mini Electric Equipment

The leading construction equipment firm, Case is now all set to introduce its new range … Continue reading “Case To Take The Extra Mile With New Mini Electric Equipment”

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  • 22 August 2024
Kubota’s Revenue: Up By 27% In The North American Equipment Market

North American construction market plays a major role in generating revenue for the equipment industry. … Continue reading “Kubota’s Revenue: Up By 27% In The North American Equipment Market”

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  • 19 August 2024
Maximize Your Excavator’s Potential With The Right Grade Control System

Excavators are widely used equipment at construction, mining, and landscaping sites. However, its maximum potential … Continue reading “Maximize Your Excavator’s Potential With The Right Grade Control System”

  • Editorial Team
  • 15 August 2024
Hydrogen Combustion Engine: A Greener Solution For Heavy Equipment

Sustainability is the latest and most-talked trend in the construction industry. From the construction site … Continue reading “Hydrogen Combustion Engine: A Greener Solution For Heavy Equipment”

  • Editorial Team
  • 24 July 2024
Equipment Finance Sector Gets Mixed Results In May 2024

The economic uncertainty is hitting the equipment market after a drastic fluctuation in the previous … Continue reading “Equipment Finance Sector Gets Mixed Results In May 2024”

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  • 22 July 2024
The New Enclosed Cab Option Presented By Case CE

The revolution and transformation in construction equipment keep the industry alive in this rapidly fluctuating … Continue reading “The New Enclosed Cab Option Presented By Case CE”

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  • 15 July 2024
Innovation Update: Bobcat Users Can Remotely Shut Off Equipment

In the past few months, some high-profile equipment theft cases have been reported so far … Continue reading “Innovation Update: Bobcat Users Can Remotely Shut Off Equipment”

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  • 8 July 2024
Cat Bring Revolution: Grading Becomes Easy with Versatile Beams

Grading at uneven surfaces requires ultimate precision which is alone a difficult task. A lot … Continue reading “Cat Bring Revolution: Grading Becomes Easy with Versatile Beams”

  • Editorial Team
  • 31 May 2024
Watch Out For Liens When Purchasing Used Equipment

When it comes to the heavy equipment business, one can expect all the legal complications … Continue reading “Watch Out For Liens When Purchasing Used Equipment”

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  • 29 May 2024
Equipment Market Is Fluctuating: Reviewing April 2024 Data

The construction industry, along with the equipment market, is already buzzing and in unpredictable situations … Continue reading “Equipment Market Is Fluctuating: Reviewing April 2024 Data”

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  • 21 May 2024
Distracted Driving Accidents In Construction: Rising Concern

Accidents in the construction industry are one prominent concern that keeps the bar high. These … Continue reading “Distracted Driving Accidents In Construction: Rising Concern”

  • Editorial Team
  • 17 May 2024
Recent Updates Offered By Case In Construction Equipment

Case construction equipment is known for its innovative design and performance. With the evolving pace … Continue reading “Recent Updates Offered By Case In Construction Equipment”

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  • 14 May 2024
Gerrit Marx Joined CNH Industrial As CEO Replacing Scott Wine

The construction industry leaders have to face several challenges not in terms of the projects … Continue reading “Gerrit Marx Joined CNH Industrial As CEO Replacing Scott Wine”

  • Editorial Team
  • 9 May 2024
Volvo Ec500 Straight-Boom Excavator: Changing The Demolition Landscape

Demolition projects are one of the toughest jobs for construction workers. It needs a lot … Continue reading “Volvo Ec500 Straight-Boom Excavator: Changing The Demolition Landscape”

  • Editorial Team
  • 8 May 2024
Canadian Contractor Achieved Sustainable Power Milestone

In recent times, sustainability in construction is what every contractor wants to achieve. It is … Continue reading “Canadian Contractor Achieved Sustainable Power Milestone”

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  • 3 May 2024
USA States’ Leading Trends For Used Equipment In 2023

The construction industry in the USA is always growing and active in terms of building … Continue reading “USA States’ Leading Trends For Used Equipment In 2023”

  • Editorial Team
  • 18 April 2024
Double The Heavy Equipment Sales With Managed Inventory

To extend the lifespan of any equipment, maintenance plays a critical part. Equipment maintenance reflects … Continue reading “Double The Heavy Equipment Sales With Managed Inventory”

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  • 15 April 2024
Fabric Buildings To Optimize Heavy Equipment’s Performance

The global construction industry is progressing. One such innovation that is gaining hype is the … Continue reading “Fabric Buildings To Optimize Heavy Equipment’s Performance”

  • Editorial Team
  • 9 April 2024
Used Equipment Market In March 2024: Sales, Trends And Strategies

With all the optimistic predictions for the used equipment market in the USA, the year … Continue reading “Used Equipment Market In March 2024: Sales, Trends And Strategies”

  • Editorial Team
  • 8 April 2024
All About Heavy Construction Equipment Metaverse

Is the heavy equipment metaverse the new industrial revolution?  With the progress of technology, the … Continue reading “All About Heavy Construction Equipment Metaverse”

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  • 4 April 2024
How To Decrease Heavy Equipment Fuel Consumption?

The price of diesel fuel has been a hot topic in the construction industry for … Continue reading “How To Decrease Heavy Equipment Fuel Consumption?”

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  • 2 April 2024
Ultimate Guide To Brand Your Heavy Construction Equipment Business

Your heavy construction equipment business is much more than selling machinery at auctions, privately, or … Continue reading “Ultimate Guide To Brand Your Heavy Construction Equipment Business”

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  • 1 April 2024
Shocking Georgia Heist: Police Chase Stolen Loader with Another Loader

As the quote, says you need to fight fire with fire. Gwinnett County police adopted … Continue reading “Shocking Georgia Heist: Police Chase Stolen Loader with Another Loader”

  • Editorial Team
  • 26 March 2024
How To Win Heavy Equipment Online Auction Sales?

Selling heavy equipment physically can become exhausting and hard to exhibit. Imagine placing a wheel … Continue reading “How To Win Heavy Equipment Online Auction Sales?”

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  • 25 March 2024
Heavy Equipment Bidding Guide: Win Auctions and Boost Sales

Do you want to sell your used construction equipment? Are you finding it hard to … Continue reading “Heavy Equipment Bidding Guide: Win Auctions and Boost Sales”

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  • 22 March 2024
Top 3 Trends To Lead The Heavy Equipment Sector In 2024

The heavy equipment and instruction industry is continuously evolving. That said, the future of heavy … Continue reading “Top 3 Trends To Lead The Heavy Equipment Sector In 2024”

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  • 21 March 2024
4 Clauses For Every Heavy Equipment Contractor To Know

The responsibilities of contractors are not just limited to managing heavy-moving machinery or a fleet … Continue reading “4 Clauses For Every Heavy Equipment Contractor To Know”

  • Editorial Team
  • 14 March 2024
6 Ways AI Can Shape Heavy Equipment Industry In 2024

The construction universe is changing at the speed of light, especially after the new wave … Continue reading “6 Ways AI Can Shape Heavy Equipment Industry In 2024”

  • Editorial Team
  • 13 March 2024
Role Of Numbers For Heavy Equipment Businesses In 2024

2023 has passed, and we’re nearing the end of the first quarter of 2024. Currently, … Continue reading “Role Of Numbers For Heavy Equipment Businesses In 2024”

  • Editorial Team
  • 12 March 2024
Ignoring Education Can Cost More Than Heavy Equipment

One of the biggest investments you can make as a heavy equipment owner is educating … Continue reading “Ignoring Education Can Cost More Than Heavy Equipment”

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  • 11 March 2024
Heavy Equipment Sellers To Turn Digital For Bigger Sales

Are you short on ideas to sell your heavy construction equipment?  Do you think word … Continue reading “Heavy Equipment Sellers To Turn Digital For Bigger Sales”

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  • 8 March 2024
Women’s Day Special Edition: Acknowledging Women In Power

The heavy equipment and construction industry is inspiring and fast-paced with time. We can’t just … Continue reading “Women’s Day Special Edition: Acknowledging Women In Power”

  • Editorial Team
  • 7 March 2024
Turn Wheels To Earn Profits: A Recap Of 2023’s Equipment Sale

The start of 2023 appeared promising for the heavy equipment market. However, there are several … Continue reading “Turn Wheels To Earn Profits: A Recap Of 2023’s Equipment Sale”

  • Editorial Team
  • 5 March 2024
How To Increase The Safety Rating Of Heavy Equipment?

When you become a heavy equipment owner you have to deal with a number of … Continue reading “How To Increase The Safety Rating Of Heavy Equipment?”

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  • 4 March 2024
Used Heavy Equipment Buying Guide: Elevate, Don’t Eliminate

The bright color is fading, the engine is humming and the metal components have become … Continue reading “Used Heavy Equipment Buying Guide: Elevate, Don’t Eliminate”

  • Editorial Team
  • 1 March 2024
Fleet Owners Trust Restored In Heavy Equipment Suppliers

Recent years have taken an emotional toll on heavy equipment owners due to the shortage … Continue reading “Fleet Owners Trust Restored In Heavy Equipment Suppliers”

  • Editorial Team
  • 29 February 2024
Synthetic Oil Set to Take Over Conventional Engine Oil – Know Why?

Synthetic oil smoothly circulates within the engine to different parts of the equipment even in cold temperatures

  • Editorial Team
  • 28 February 2024
How To Transport Heavy Equipment: It’s All In The Roots

Transport management is the most essential operation especially if it’s about managing heavy-duty machinery. A … Continue reading “How To Transport Heavy Equipment: It’s All In The Roots”

  • Editorial Team
  • 27 February 2024
Decarbonization Of Heavy Equipment For A Better Tomorrow

Currently, the globe is going through advanced infrastructural development and we can’t deny the noticeable … Continue reading “Decarbonization Of Heavy Equipment For A Better Tomorrow”

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  • 21 February 2024
5 Things To Learn From Caterpillar’s Heavy Equipment Sales

Caterpillar has recently announced one of its biggest heavy equipment sales back in the first … Continue reading “5 Things To Learn From Caterpillar’s Heavy Equipment Sales”

  • Editorial Team
  • 15 February 2024
Heavy Equipment Management Guide: How To Reduce Engine Idling

To increase the productivity of any heavy equipment, any equipment keeper has to keep up … Continue reading “Heavy Equipment Management Guide: How To Reduce Engine Idling”

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  • 13 February 2024
Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Hit Highest Sales Record & HOW?

2024 embarks as the luckiest year in the history of Caterpillar heavy equipment sales with … Continue reading “Caterpillar Heavy Equipment Hit Highest Sales Record & HOW?”

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  • 12 February 2024
5 OSHA Safety Regulations To Comply As A Heavy Equipment Owner

Managing heavy construction equipment onsite is dangerous, especially if safety regulations are not defined. For … Continue reading “5 OSHA Safety Regulations To Comply As A Heavy Equipment Owner”

  • Editorial Team
  • 8 February 2024
All You Need To Know About Heavy Equipment Tires

Tires are one of the major workhorses that come under the list of top operating … Continue reading “All You Need To Know About Heavy Equipment Tires”

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  • 6 February 2024
Heavy Equipment Listing Guide 2024 – Increase Sales to 10X

How do I increase my sales as a private heavy equipment seller? You may have … Continue reading “Heavy Equipment Listing Guide 2024 – Increase Sales to 10X”

  • Editorial Team
  • 2 February 2024
Used Backhoe Buying Guide: Spotting Red Flags

Do you want to add a backhoe to your inventory?  Well, we support the idea … Continue reading “Used Backhoe Buying Guide: Spotting Red Flags”

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  • 1 February 2024
3 Solutions MY-Equipment Offers To Buy Used Heavy Equipment Online

We know that you can’t wait to upgrade your heavy machinery fleet. But are you … Continue reading “3 Solutions MY-Equipment Offers To Buy Used Heavy Equipment Online”

  • Editorial Team
  • 31 January 2024
Heavy Equipment Fuel Saving Guide: Turn Guzzle Into A Sip

Currently, we have seen a hike in diesel prices that has caused turbulence in the … Continue reading “Heavy Equipment Fuel Saving Guide: Turn Guzzle Into A Sip”

  • Editorial Team
  • 30 January 2024
U.S. Government To Fund $623M To Boost EV Market

The U.S. heavy equipment market and construction infrastructure is blessed with another good news. The … Continue reading “U.S. Government To Fund $623M To Boost EV Market”

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  • 25 January 2024
Heavy Machinery Fleet Management Trends To Ace In 2024

The instant change in technology and change in consumer needs is reshaping the construction paradigms … Continue reading “Heavy Machinery Fleet Management Trends To Ace In 2024”

  • Editorial Team
  • 22 January 2024
Freight Service Guide: How To Find The Right One?

If you are in the construction industry, shipping heavy moving machinery from one location to … Continue reading “Freight Service Guide: How To Find The Right One?”

  • Editorial Team
  • 19 January 2024
Vintage Heavy Machinery In Demand: Aging Inventory Brief

It has been four years since the pandemic and the global markets are bearing the … Continue reading “Vintage Heavy Machinery In Demand: Aging Inventory Brief”

  • Editorial Team
  • 15 January 2024
2024’s CARB Compliance For Heavy Equipment

The clean fleet regulation by the California Air Resources Board is all set to take … Continue reading “2024’s CARB Compliance For Heavy Equipment”

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  • 12 January 2024
How To Compare & Save On Heavy Equipment Prices In 2024

The most common challenge every industrialist faces revolves around balancing the cost and quality facets … Continue reading “How To Compare & Save On Heavy Equipment Prices In 2024”

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  • 8 January 2024
How MY-Equipment Eases The Process Of Buying Used Heavy Machinery?

When it comes to upgrading the fleet, the decision becomes even tougher if you are … Continue reading “How MY-Equipment Eases The Process Of Buying Used Heavy Machinery?”

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  • 2 January 2024
Buying Guide: How To Verify Heavy Equipment’s Serial Number?

The increasing demand for contractors with the upgraded fleet is seen all over the globe. … Continue reading “Buying Guide: How To Verify Heavy Equipment’s Serial Number?”

  • Editorial Team
  • 20 December 2023
Guide To Find The Right Attachment For Heavy Construction Equipment

The total worth of the global construction equipment market is all set to hit $180 … Continue reading “Guide To Find The Right Attachment For Heavy Construction Equipment”

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  • 19 December 2023
Industrial Revolution 4.0 To Evolve Construction Equipment Industry

In the past few years, we have seen a significant evolution in different industries. However, … Continue reading “Industrial Revolution 4.0 To Evolve Construction Equipment Industry”

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  • 18 December 2023
Smart Building Material As A New Paradigm: The Insights To Know

Do you know the global smart construction material market is all set to jump from … Continue reading “Smart Building Material As A New Paradigm: The Insights To Know”

  • Editorial Team
  • 22 November 2023
Recent Victories in Construction: Contractors Secure Major Projects

Since the year 2023 is coming to an end we have compiled some of the … Continue reading “Recent Victories in Construction: Contractors Secure Major Projects”

  • Editorial Team
  • 21 November 2023
Confidence in Construction Is High Despite a Minor Backlog Dip

A recent report from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) pointed out a slight decline … Continue reading “Confidence in Construction Is High Despite a Minor Backlog Dip”

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  • 14 November 2023
Market Update: Supply Chain Breakdown Of U.S. Used Construction Equipment

The U.S. construction equipment market is continuously evolving concerning the latest market trends. Having said … Continue reading “Market Update: Supply Chain Breakdown Of U.S. Used Construction Equipment”

  • Editorial Team
  • 26 October 2023
Human Centered Approach to Construction Safety

The construction industry has traditionally focused on physical safety, but recent data suggests that there … Continue reading “Human Centered Approach to Construction Safety”

  • Editorial Team
  • 25 October 2023
Emerging New Careers in Construction

The construction industry is changing very, very quickly driven by advancements in sustainable building practices, … Continue reading “Emerging New Careers in Construction”

  • Editorial Team
Tips for Mastering Construction Takeoffs

Construction takeoffs are a necessary part of the commercial preconstruction process. They serve as the … Continue reading “Tips for Mastering Construction Takeoffs”

  • Editorial Team
  • 24 October 2023
Increase Construction Safety by Using Job Hazard Analysis

Working at construction sites can be very dangerous. To ensure everyone’s safety on the jobsite, … Continue reading “Increase Construction Safety by Using Job Hazard Analysis”

  • Editorial Team
  • 21 October 2023
Top Construction Events to Look Forward to in 2024

As we gear up for 2024, it is about time to mark your calendars and … Continue reading “Top Construction Events to Look Forward to in 2024”

  • Editorial Team
  • 20 October 2023
How to Encourage Subcontractors to Complete Prequalification Forms

The key to encouraging collaboration and subcontractors’ active participation in the prequalification process is developing … Continue reading “How to Encourage Subcontractors to Complete Prequalification Forms”

  • Editorial Team
  • 19 October 2023
Future of Sustainable Equipment in Construction

Sustainable equipment like electric machinery are projected to play an important part in the construction … Continue reading “Future of Sustainable Equipment in Construction”

  • Editorial Team
Hiring Interns in the Construction Industry

Internships provide future construction workers with practical experience in the industry while also securing workers … Continue reading “Hiring Interns in the Construction Industry”

  • Editorial Team
Construction Workers Are The Happiest Employees in the Nation

A recent study reveals that construction workers in the United States are the happiest among … Continue reading “Construction Workers Are The Happiest Employees in the Nation”

  • Editorial Team
  • 18 October 2023
Megaproject Development Creates Material Shortages in Life Sciences Construction

Megaprojects in the construction industry, often involving multibillion-dollar endeavors, are causing significant disruptions in the … Continue reading “Megaproject Development Creates Material Shortages in Life Sciences Construction”

  • Editorial Team
High Contractor Confidence Despite Shrinking Backlog

Despite a slight reduction in backlogs, contractors maintain high confidence in the construction industry. From … Continue reading “High Contractor Confidence Despite Shrinking Backlog”

  • Editorial Team
  • 17 October 2023
Top 5 Construction Apps for More Productivity, and Communication

Mobile apps have transformed into necessary tools for contractors as a result of the technological … Continue reading “Top 5 Construction Apps for More Productivity, and Communication”

  • Editorial Team
The Significance of Yellow Construction Machinery

The use of yellow paint on construction equipment has been a long standing tradition, and … Continue reading “The Significance of Yellow Construction Machinery”

  • Editorial Team
  • 13 October 2023
How to Navigate Pre Construction Technologies

Despite the epidemic prompting more attention towards preconstruction, the effects of this change have taken … Continue reading “How to Navigate Pre Construction Technologies”

  • Editorial Team
Importance of Pre-Construction in Projects

Traditionally, the construction industry followed a model where the owner engaged with the architect for … Continue reading “Importance of Pre-Construction in Projects”

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How to Reduce Fuel Consumption in Construction Equipment

Heavy machinery and trucks play an undeniably important part in construction projects, but their high … Continue reading “How to Reduce Fuel Consumption in Construction Equipment”

  • Editorial Team
  • 12 October 2023
Transforming Construction through Technology Enabled Coordination

The construction industry, faced with economic challenges and project disruptions, has undergone a big transformation … Continue reading “Transforming Construction through Technology Enabled Coordination”

  • Editorial Team
  • 11 October 2023
The Largest Facilities Under Construction in US

The industrial sector in the United States is having a resurgence, fueled by the enactment … Continue reading “The Largest Facilities Under Construction in US”

  • Editorial Team
  • 10 October 2023
Six Strategies for Handling Subcontractor Default

It can be a real headache for the general contractors to have to deal with … Continue reading “Six Strategies for Handling Subcontractor Default”

  • Editorial Team
Volvo CE’s New Fleet Fluid Analysis Program

A new Fluid Analysis program is being introduced by Volvo Construction Equipment. With the addition … Continue reading “Volvo CE’s New Fleet Fluid Analysis Program”

  • Editorial Team
  • 7 October 2023
What You Should Know About Equipment Operators

Heavy equipment operators play a very important role in a lot of industries, they make … Continue reading “What You Should Know About Equipment Operators”

  • Editorial Team
  • 5 October 2023
Inspire Youth with Careers in Construction Month (CICM)

You should be prepared to celebrate and inspire the next generation of builders during the … Continue reading “Inspire Youth with Careers in Construction Month (CICM)”

  • Editorial Team
  • 4 October 2023
Technology Investment Guide For Contractors

It can be difficult to invest in technology for a lot of contractors. In addition … Continue reading “Technology Investment Guide For Contractors”

  • Editorial Team
130 Years of Caterpillar’s Manufacturing in South Milwaukee

More than 32,000 machines have been built at Caterpillar’s manufacturing facility in South Milwaukee during … Continue reading “130 Years of Caterpillar’s Manufacturing in South Milwaukee”

  • Editorial Team
  • 3 October 2023
Six Tips For Successful Subcontractor Pre-qualification

When choosing subcontractors to work with, general contractors must exercise caution. You should pick businesses … Continue reading “Six Tips For Successful Subcontractor Pre-qualification”

  • Editorial Team
  • 2 October 2023
Guide For Proper Heavy Equipment Fleet Management

Regular maintenance, checks, repairs, and even replacements are necessary for heavy machinery. Your business has … Continue reading “Guide For Proper Heavy Equipment Fleet Management”

  • Editorial Team
  • 28 September 2023
Promoting Diversity in the Construction Industry

In the construction industry, promoting diversity and inclusion has become a priority. Today we will … Continue reading “Promoting Diversity in the Construction Industry”

  • Editorial Team
  • 27 September 2023
Sustainable Construction Amidst the Freshwater Shortage Crisis

A freshwater shortage crisis is gripping not only the United States but also the rest … Continue reading “Sustainable Construction Amidst the Freshwater Shortage Crisis”</