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Compaction Equipment
Intelligent Compaction 101: How It Works and How You Benefit
Caterpillar - Cat
It’s time to transform compaction from an art to a science. Find out how intelligent compaction technology helps you achieve compaction specs in fewer passes — and how that translates into money saved.
December 4, 2023
It’s time to transform compaction from an art to a science. Find out how intelligent compaction technology helps you achieve compaction specs in fewer passes — and how that translates into money saved.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
See It and Believe It: The Value of a Grade Technology Demo
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Uncomfortable with technology or just not sure how to get started? Schedule a grade control demonstration to make the transition easier.
December 1, 2023
Uncomfortable with technology or just not sure how to get started? Schedule a grade control demonstration to make the transition easier.
Dozers
Easier Operation Starts With Automated Dozer Steering
Caterpillar - Cat
There’s a simple way for operators of various skill levels to push light and heavy loads more effectively. Get the scoop on Steer Assist.
October 17, 2023
Steer Assist 3D comes as part of the factory-installed Grade with 3D package.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
4 Tips for Making the Transition to Grade Technology
Caterpillar - Cat
Grade control is no longer a luxury — it’s a requirement on many projects today. Here’s some advice to help ease the switch from traditional to technology-driven construction.
September 15, 2023
Make the switch to grade control easy with these quick tips.
Construction Safety Technology
Eliminate the ‘3 Ds’ With Remote Control Equipment
Caterpillar - Cat
Remote control and autonomous machines may sound cool, but are they truly useful for contractors today? Take a look at the benefits this technology can offer in dull, dirty and dangerous applications.
September 14, 2023
Remote control equipment makes all the difference on dull, dirty and dangerous jobsites.
Fleet Maintenance
Repair, Rebuild Or Replace? 10 Factors To Consider.
Caterpillar - Cat
The cost of a repair versus the cost of a replacement machine shouldn’t be your only consideration. Run all the numbers to make a smart financial decision.
June 29, 2023
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Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Today’s Equipment is Happy to Assist You (And Your Bottom Line)
Caterpillar - Cat
Driver-assist features like adaptive cruise control make car travel safer and easier. Find out how operator-assist tools can do the same for heavy equipment.
May 25, 2023
Assist features make a lot of sense if you’re trying to bring new or less experienced operators up to speed quickly on the job
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
3 Reasons To Add Tracking Devices To Your Work Tools
Caterpillar - Cat
When you know the working hours, you’re better equipped to predict the need for maintenance or replacement of wear parts. And that can help prevent unplanned repairs and downtime.
May 12, 2023
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Site Layout
Site Evaluations: How Any Size Site Can Profit
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No operation is too small to benefit from a professional site consultation. Take a look at what a typical job-site evaluation entails and how you could benefit.
April 2, 2023
No operation is too small to benefit from a professional site consultation. Take a look at what a typical job-site evaluation entails and how you could benefit.
Fleet Maintenance
4 Ways Productivity Technology Can Improve Your 3 Ps
Caterpillar - Cat
No matter the size of your load-and-haul fleet, technology is key to boosting performance, productivity and profits. Here’s how to get more from every load.
February 15, 2023
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Training & Education
7 Truck-Loading Tips To Save You Fuel
Caterpillar - Cat
One of the biggest contributors to fuel efficiency (or lack thereof) is the operator behind the controls of your wheel loader. Fuel efficiency can vary between different operators using the same equipment in the same application.
November 8, 2022
One of the biggest contributors to fuel efficiency (or lack thereof) is the operator behind the controls of your wheel loader. Fuel efficiency can vary between different operators using the same equipment in the same application.
Construction Technology
Is Remote Control The Solution To The Operator Shortage?
Caterpillar - Cat
Construction is one of those fields that requires workers to be on-site, right? Maybe for certain jobs — but not necessarily for one of the hardest-to-fill positions: equipment operator.
October 3, 2022
With remote-control technology gaining traction, perhaps the end to the operator shortage problem is finally in sight.
Construction Safety Technology
The Sound Of Safety: Protecting Your Team From Hearing Loss
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Contractors are taking all kinds of steps to improve workers’ physical safety on the job site: Investing in operator training.
September 6, 2022
Contractors are taking all kinds of steps to improve workers’ physical safety on the job site: Investing in operator training.
Personnel Management
6 Steps To Stop Downtime
Caterpillar - Cat
Eliminating downtime is impossible, but controlling it? That’s definitely doable. Follow these tips to improve equipment uptime (and your profits).
August 15, 2022
When you’re already stressed about keeping projects on schedule and meeting client deadlines, the last thing you need is a machine down.
Machine Grade Control, GPS, Laser & Other
Shrink Your Fuel Bills With These Machine Technologies
Caterpillar - Cat
Five factors play a role in fuel efficiency: idle time, operator technique, job-site set-up, equipment selection and configuration, and technology. Let’s take a closer look at that last item.
August 9, 2022
Five factors play a role in fuel efficiency: idle time, operator technique, job-site set-up, equipment selection and configuration, and technology. Let’s take a closer look at that last item.
Theft Prevention
Stop, Theft! 5 Simple Steps To Keep Equipment Secure.
Caterpillar - Cat
Chances are you’ve got equipment out on site and not a lot of time to keep track of it. That can make you a target for criminals. Here’s how to stop them.
July 7, 2022
With the busy summer construction season in full swing, you likely have quite a few pieces of equipment out on site and not a lot of time to keep track of them all. Sadly, that makes you a target for criminals.
Construction Technology
Top 5 Ways Grade Technology Saves You Money
Caterpillar - Cat
Whether you’re grading a site, digging a foundation or laying asphalt, there’s no question that employing grade control technology can boost your speed, accuracy and precision.
June 15, 2022
Whether you’re grading a site, digging a foundation or laying asphalt, there’s no question that employing grade control technology can boost your speed, accuracy and precision.
Project Management
From Good To Goat: Quick Wins For Operators
Caterpillar - Cat
Given the ongoing labor shortage in construction, you may think your chances of finding GOAT-level equipment operators are slim to none.
May 22, 2022
Given the ongoing labor shortage in construction, you may think your chances of finding GOAT-level equipment operators are slim to none.
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