A power trowel is an essential piece of equipment for concrete finishing jobs. These machines smooth, level and polish concrete surfaces for a quality finish. There are two kinds of power trowels — walk-behind and ride-on. Depending on the work you’re doing, one type may be better suited to the job than the other. Knowing…
Road construction is essential to keeping our roads and highways in good condition, and bringing these projects to a safe, successful conclusion requires everyone to pay attention. If you are driving in a construction zone, there are several steps you should take to minimize the risk of traffic accidents. Follow these construction zone driving rules…
Widening roadways requires high-quality equipment to get the job done. A road widener is a machine specifically designed for this task, and using one can provide many benefits for your road construction project. What Is a Road Widener? A road widener is a type of heavy machinery used to grade and slope roadway materials like…
Bulldozers, forklifts, cranes, excavators and other types of construction equipment each have unique capabilities. However, they share one commonality — the color yellow. Why is construction equipment yellow? The main reasons behind this color choice are: Visibility: Yellow is a bright, attention-grabbing color. Of the seven colors on the visible light spectrum, yellow is one of the most visible at…
Project managers and construction teams around the world are always on the lookout for cutting-edge technology. You only have so much room in your budget for high-quality machines, and the Caterpillar brand is home to over 300 product offerings prized for their reliability and efficiency. The Cat® Rental Store operates through a dealer network consisting of…
Find The Cat Rental Store Near You
What Is the Best Stump Grinder Attachment for a Skid Steer? Among multiple skid steer attachments available on the market the stump grinder is one of the most interesting ones. Why? Because it provides a lot of thrill while grinding tree stumps into mulch. But one question arises: how to choose a good stump grinder…
Which Skid Steer Attachments Require High Flow? The technicalities of skid steers and their attachments sometimes can cause problems for many. However, understanding how your machine works is crucial not only when it comes to its operation but also costs, maintenance, and most importantly – safety. Today, we would like to talk a bit more about high-flow…
How to grade a yard with a skid steer We all know that there are probably no better machines to grade your yard than skid steers. They are quick, agile, compact, and technically built for such tasks. But do we all also know how to correctly grade a yard with Kubota skid steers or Bobcat…
Heavy Equipment Operator – What is Your Environmental Responsibility? What is your “environmental responsibility” when excavating or starting a construction project? Well the first thing you’ll want to do is call before you dig or start to move dirt and secure the proper permits. You’ll need to check with Federal, state and local authorities. We…