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Preparing Your Job Site for Severe Weather
Posted on: May 18, 2022

When you’re handling construction projects, you often have to work in unpredictable conditions. To help protect your crew and prevent equipment damage, you should establish a construction site emergency plan to ensure everyone knows how to respond to danger. Preparing your construction site for severe weather can help you respond more effectively and maximize safety, […]

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Tips for Buying Used Heavy Equipment
Posted on: April 06, 2022

For many in the industry, the question of new vs. used construction equipment comes down to one factor — cost. Used equipment is often more cost-effective than new equipment, making it more appealing to buyers. But it’s important to remember that the value you’ll get from a used machine depends entirely on how much use you […]

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CTE Invests $250,000 in Community Organizations
Posted on: March 31, 2022

CTE Invests $250,000 in Community Organizations Carolina Cat’s parent company makes grants in honor of 95th anniversary Charlotte, N.C., March 31 – As a commemoration of its 95th year in business, CTE and its family of companies today announced seven grants totaling $250,000 to area nonprofit and educational organizations. The grants are directed to programs […]

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A Guide to Choosing the Right Aerial Lift Rental for Your Job
Posted on: February 04, 2022

Many industrial tasks require the ability the work at elevation, so it’s essential to make sure you’re using the right aerial lift for the job. Doing your research beforehand and choosing the perfect piece of equipment for a specific purpose can save you time and make your project as cost-effective as possible. This article will […]

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Construction Equipment Routine and Preventative Maintenance
Posted on: January 07, 2022

Maintaining machines through scheduled upkeep and adhering to a regular heavy equipment maintenance schedule is essential to the lasting performance of your investments. Planned service prevents minor issues from becoming major ones that can lead to downtime, so follow your construction equipment maintenance schedule closely. Jump to Sections: Advantages and Importance of Routine Maintenance Designing Your […]

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A Guide to Compact Equipment Attachments
Posted on: October 11, 2021

Every business that uses heavy equipment knows the importance of getting the most out of its machines. You can take the first step toward optimizing your machinery with Cat® equipment attachment solutions. Caterpillar offers a comprehensive selection of powerful and dependable attachments, including work tools for backhoes, telehandlers, skid steers and more. With Cat telehandler attachments, […]

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Cat Trials 11: Hot Wheels®
Posted on: September 28, 2021

Remember the hours you spent as a kid playing with Hot Wheels®? Maybe it was all those adventures in the sandbox. Or maybe it was the time you spent creating the most challenging track setups you could imagine. How cool it would be in real life? With Caterpillar, you don’t have to imagine it, as with […]

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How Renting Construction Equipment Can Grow Your Business
Posted on: August 10, 2021

Renting equipment to grow your business is a cost-effective, high-value way to explore new opportunities. Construction sites require machinery for digging, lifting, loading, excavating and other operations associated with large-scale projects. Leasing or renting that equipment can improve on-site operations, project management and budget control. 6 Reasons to Rent Construction Equipment to Grow Your Business […]

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How to Improve the Productivity of Your Construction Equipment
Posted on: July 27, 2021

Gauging productivity can be challenging, especially when your operations are complex and vary between job sites. However, you can measure and improve equipment productivity in construction over time. The higher your productivity, the more you’ll see increased production rates and profitability with decreased downtime. Jump to Sections: Own and Operate a Fleet From a Single […]

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