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Inexperienced mechanic can make a mess of your equipment

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A lot of difference can be seen in terms of the quality of work done by an experienced and an inexperienced person; wherein you will find the experienced guy doing lot better than the inexperienced one. This does not mean that one should never hire anybody without any experience. If that be the case, no one will ever be able to develop their skill as we all require some sort of practical training to gain expertise in the respective domain. Eventually, it is the person who will wants to get the work done needs to take the call. Ideally, one should hire few very experienced mechanic and the rest as newbie. The experienced mechanic will help train the newbie and will also guide them wherever it becomes necessary. In this fashion, the one with less skill will slowly and steadily develop their knack for their respective domain and that will help them to shape their future.

Servicing heavy equipment is the field where one requires good number of years of experience. You just can’t learn everything in heavy equipment in a short time. Other than that, there are high chances of the inexperienced mechanic spoiling the machine by trying to do things that he is not confident about and also without consulting an experienced person. Therefore, when it comes to maintenance work, it is always advisable that you assign the work to someone who has been doing this for a long time.

An inexperienced mechanic can really make a big mess of your machine. You may want to check with your peers and then give your machine to a mechanic. If you do not know how good he is, it is better that you stay away from him or try to get some information about him; like how good he is with his work, does people who gives their machine to him for servicing relies a lot on him for their work and things pertaining to his capability in resolving any issues with the machine. One you are convinced that your machine is going in safe hands you should give it for servicing.

Do not try things on your own. Going through a user manual is advisable. However, if you are not the person who understands user manual well, then don’t try to do things referring to the user manual. Though service manuals are written in the simplest language so that all can follow it without committing any errors, still we can find people who may have issues understanding what is stated in the document and can mess up things. Apart from that, if you have never worked on an equipment before, there are high chances that you may end up deteriorating it completely.

An experienced hand also comes handy when you need to replace a particular part of a machine.  They can even offer you some tips on what you can do to lengthen the life of your machine which you’ll not get from an inexperienced guy.

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Common Equipment Used in Demolition

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Heavy equipment is manufactured for all different fields of work. Each machine type has a general application that it may be used in such as dirt work and excavation. Some machines can be used for applications other than what they are primarily intended for. Crawler loaders, dozers and excavators make dirt moving equipment but they are also great machines to use for demolition purposes.

Demolition using a crawler loader:

Crawler loaders are great when moving dirt and materials. They are also very handy in the demolition side of the construction industry. Crawler loaders can not only be used to push down structures but are also used for clean and moving debris. Using a tracked loader is ideal for clearing debris because of its use of tracks to propel the machine. This allows the unit to move freely amongst the construction without worry of damaging tires as you would with a wheeled unit. Also with tracks a crawler loader can track up on to piles and clear out areas a wheel unit would not be able to get into.

Demolition using a dozer:

Dozers are typically used to push dirt, grade, and cut roads. In demolition a dozer can be a very useful piece of equipment.  A dozer can be used to push down and clear smaller structures with a single piece of equipment. The dozer can push the structure down, then it can be used to clear the area or pile the material. While not being the most efficient piece of equipment for demolition it still does maintain its usefulness.

Demolition using an excavator:

An excavator is probably one of the most useful pieces of equipment used in demolition. Dependent on the size of the machine, it would be able to take down most structures big or small. Excavators are very versatile in demolition because of the different types of attachments available. An excavator can be attached with hammers, claws, buckets, thumbs, magnets, and shears. All of the attachments can be used for the various aspects of demolition. For example an excavator with a hammer can be used to break down a structure, then swap over to a claw then use the machine to clear and load the debris. Alternative to using those attachments an excavator with a bucket and thumb could do both. The thumb attachment allows the excavator to grab and hold on to debris as it is picked up.

Depending on the needs of the job any of the machines are suitable for demolition. Whichever machine is chosen would be based on the needs and demands of the work load.

Don’t let your equipment be the reason of pollution. Get it serviced regularly

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It has been observed that construction equipment have been a major source of intoxicants in the atmosphere. It has also been the reason of many respiratory ailments in the neighborhoods and which is why people want such machines to be lifted off permanently. One of the major reasons why the construction equipment emit such intoxicants is that they are not serviced on a regular basis. These machines are used exhaustively all throughout the month and since the project goes in full swing the construction company does not have the time to clean up the machine or change the engine oil. This is not only affecting the health of the equipment but also leads to more critical problems. They become one of the major reasons of polluting the environment and make the place unlivable for the locals.

There are a number of steps that one can take to get rid of the problem.

Assign designated staff to service the machine:-

For big construction companies, it is not possible for the owner to take the responsibility of servicing the machine. He needs to delegate this work to his employees or a company like B&R Equipment. For this, he needs to select members who takes every work with utter responsibility and delivers any assigned activity on time. Such people should be assigned the work of getting the construction equipment serviced on a regular basis. The operator who works on the machine should also take the onus of informing the designated staff member if there is any problem with the machine. Keeping it with themselves is not going to solve the bigger problem and it may turn worse from there. Therefore, it becomes important to speak out if there is any issue with the machine and get it sorted in time.

Have an expert mechanic to repair the machine:-

Always take help of an expert mechanic who knows how to fix a problem pertaining to the machine. Taking help from guys who are newbie will not help. If the newbie works under the supervision of an expert then that should be fine. However, he should not be the decision maker as he may not understand the problem quite well and may make a blunder. In order to avoid any mix-ups, ensure that you have the expert right next to his associate and let them both work with the same machine.

Simultaneously, it is also very crucial to repair any part of the machine without causing much delay. If a particular part has gone bad, it needs to be replaced or else it can cultivate graver issues all boiling down to the downfall in the performance of the engine leading to serious environmental problems.

Use construction equipment that are eco-friendly:-

It makes more sense to buy equipment that are eco-friendly rather than using the orthodox version. However, the challenge is many construction companies have invested a lot in procuring the earlier version and are not ready to get rid of them. Buying an eco-friendly equipment means shelling out more money and that may not be good for the financial health of the company. Therefore, they can stick to just keeping the machines well maintained and ensure that the engine oil is changed at regular intervals.

 

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Don’t need the equipment – sell it online

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With changing time we also need to update the heavy equipment with latest technologies that can make work simpler for the workers. The operators do not have a tough time operating the machine and can complete the work easily and safely. With the advent of new technologies and people willing to accept them with open arms, it leaves less hope for the old machines. They may no longer have any utility in big construction sites and will be replaced by state of the art technology machines but that does not mean that they do not have any utility whatsoever. It is just that they need to be placed to the right segment of buyers and they will be back to business. Firstly, it is important to identify the right set of buyers for your old machine and then you got to check if the machines are in order that makes it saleable.

The best way to sell old heavy equipment is selling it online. Internet gives you the capability to reach good number of prospects who are in search of old equipment. All you have to do is get yourself connected to the correct platform and start selling.

We would be discussing few points on what needs to be done when you have an old machine to sell.

 Get the machine repaired if it’s not in order:-

Getting the old machine repaired becomes your priority, because as long as the equipment is not in good order, there is no point in listing it online. People who would be interested to buy the item would like to take a trial first and if they find anything wrong with it, they may just turn off the deal. In this way, you lose a prospect. Therefore, it is prudent to seek the service of an expert mechanic and get the machine checked. If it is necessary to replace few defective parts, you should do it without a thought. List the item only when the expert tells you that the machine is in great shape and can be used in the site.

Get hold of a good site that deals with selling of old machines:-

It is important to know a site that deals with selling old heavy equipment. That will be the site where you can list your machine and expect people to come and see them. It is very crucial that you list the item after giving all the information that you can. Prospects will go through the details that you have listed and this is what will make them curious to pay a visit. If they do not see much on the listing, they may quickly move on to the next item posted by some other seller.

Put sufficient pictures of your machine:-

Sufficient pictures of your machine will always work positively in the minds of the prospect. It becomes very hard for someone to make a judgment just by going through the description. They would also want to see few pictures that will give them some idea about the machine. Please ensure that you paint the machine well before you take the picture.

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Core Advantages of Overhauling Heavy Lift Paraphernalia

Sustaining a youthful, advanced armada of heavy lift apparatuses is an excellent method for commerce. Shiny equipment with admirable work performance keep your machinists happy and help in reducing the maintenance expenditure. However, procuring novel equipment every year is not possible for most of the possessors. Purchasing expensive bulky apparatus is not always economically sensible. Reconditioning the purchased apparatus permits the construction companies owners to maintain their assets in pinnacle working state and assists in growing their fleets.

To avail the entire benefit of reconditioned apparatus, contractors should comprehend properly what overhauling involves. The opportunity of the task connected with the process can differ from one service supplier to another. There are some heavy equipment possessors who consider reconditioning as a simple technique of applying new paint and attaching tires on the equipment. Whereas, other procurers think the servicing of the factory programs pursue stringent guidelines of Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). It is a notable fact that purchasing overhauled heavy equipment is not same as procuring second-hand paraphernalia. Often, the used heavy equipment buyers have to face the crisis situation where they find that the mechanism is not properly refurbished. In contrast, the overhauled paraphernalia has been titivated to compensate the consequence of attrition on second-hand bulky apparatus.

Benefits of Overhauling Heavy Lift Construction Equipment

The first and foremost point that a heavy equipment purchaser should know is that when to buy a reconditioned asset. Budget restraints generally coerce this decision. Overhauling is typically less pricey than procuring a novel one. Relying on the apparatus, a possessor can be able to overhaul two equipments for the same price as purchasing a novel one. Therefore it can be analysed that the return on expenditure is double that of a solo new asset. Here are some of the advantages of reconditioned mechanisms that you will get to know:

  • Overhauling equipment is the competent technique to develop a fleet while successfully controlling capital accounts.
  • Recondition apparatus is the best substitute of changing the fleet of good functioning order equipment.
  • The re-establishment of tier 2 and tier 3 engines of the heavy equipment is the part of overhauling procedure. This process only requires meeting the criterions of the construction equipment industry.
  • Overhauling permits the possessors to remain complaint whilst getting more utilization out of the apparatus and maximising their expenditure.
  • This overhauling technique also recognised as the green substitute for disposing the equipment. It decreases the quantity of material requires for landfills.

How to Select the Best Reconditioning Service Provider

When assessing the overhauling programs, gaze for the one that examines the weighty equipment according to the standard of OSHA and ANSI. Here in the below cited points, you will come to know the features that must be included in any reconditioned program:

  • Fibre glass hoods
  • Mirror
  • Sheaves
  • Chains and many more

The order for overhauling the equipments continues to develop. This effectual alternative to procure novel apparatus permits construction trade proprietors to execute their fleets and capital expenditures properly. As a construction business owner, you should understand your requirements and then make an apprized choice about your heavy equipment list.

 

 

 

Choosing The Right Piece Of Heavy Equipment To Do The Job

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Though construction industry is one of the industry that has the capability to generate good returns within a couple of years from the inception of the business and in order to ensure a successful business, one needs to know the in and out of the business and the equipments attached to it. It would be rather unwise of an individual to directly jump off into it without knowing the intricacies of the trade and then end up burning his fingers. Construction business is not rocket science and one doesn’t have to slog his entire day learning the tricks of the business. He only needs to make sure that he is learning everything that he gets to know on a daily basis. Apart from the knowledge in successfully running the business, one thing which also plays a crucial role in shaping up his business and responsible for its continuous growth is kind of knowledge he has on heavy equipment.

It is important to understand that not all heavy equipment can be used to perform every kind of activity. Though some machines are made to multitask, however this is not a thumb rule and it is not mandatory for every machine. Some equipment is good doing the core thing for which they are produced and are better not used for anything else. Therefore it becomes very critical to understand the role of the equipment and use them for purposes they are exclusively made for.

How can one choose the right piece of heavy equipment?

This one stands to be a very valid question as one may confuse himself in mid of several options available in the market. In such a situation, it becomes prudent for the individual to either do an extensive course on heavy equipment where he will be given a basic understanding on heavy equipments and can also know the specific role of the machine before buying it.

This option may not sound prolific to a person who has a set business and can afford a technician who will guide him on the equipment. For such businessmen, it is recommended that they hire a professional who will do a thorough study of his business and the type of projects that are progressing under his banner. Only after understanding his projects, he may recommend the heavy equipment he needs to buy. The other benefit in hiring such a professional is that they can guide you from which heavy equipment manufacturing company you should be buying your equipments. It has been witnessed that the most difficult decision to make is to select the best brand. The suggestion of a professional would be quite handy for you to take a decision.

One can also make use of internet to know what heavy equipment he should be using for his project. However, this may not be as effective as hiring someone to help you take a decision. In a nutshell, things will be in better control if you’ve the right equipment to get the job done.

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Heavy demolition equipment is a must for any demolition site

For different purposes, everything has different requirements. Similarly, construction equipment will be different from demolition equipment. As the world and its looks is changing every moment, old constructions are being demolished and new constructions are being made in those places. As this is the latest trend, there has been an immense growth in the equipment industry, where every day and every moment, new equipment is being built, as per our needs and our requirements. Whether you want to break a construction, or demolish it completely, the equipment building companies have heavy demolition equipment of every kind according to your need.

Various types of heavy demolition equipment available in the market:

The sectors where we need heavy demolition equipment are the  mining industries, logging and forestry departments, scrap handling industry, building destruction and earth moving and material handling industries. These are the most common industries that would become lame without the help and use of heavy demolition equipment.  Some of the most commonly used heavy demolition equipment can be said to be wheel loaders, excavators, grinders and shredders, screens, crushers and reclaimers. Cranes and compactors are also considered to be heavy equipment that are used for the demolition purpose.

Commonly used demolition equipment:

It has become very important nowadays to make the demolition work properly, so that it can be utilized for the later purposes. This is however, not a very easy job to do. It requires proper skill and proper help of efficient machines and equipment that will do the job in the best possible way. Many equipment are there in the market that can be used for the demolition purpose. However, not all of them can do the demolition properly. Either it is too complex to manage and control these machines, or the cost of these machines is so much that there is no profit in using these heavy demolition equipment.

  • Grapple: One of the most efficient, user friendly and popular equipment that is used for demolition works such as the demolition of forests and woods, or even brick buildings and structures that will also help in cleaning up of the site and handle the other general materials is the grapple that has been the favorite of the works for many years.
  • Shears: This is the most used demolition equipment that serves various purposes such as cutting steel bars, pipes, tires or even concrete.
  • Hydraulic excavators: This is very useful for demolishing construction. The hydraulic tools can do different operations including the facility of a pump system.
  • Articulated trucks: One of the major problems in the demolition sites that has worked as a hindrance in further progress is the removal of the debris. If the debris is not removed then the demolition process gets blocked. For this purpose, the articulated trucks are the best options that can remove the debris with its articulated system where the truck is controlled by a pivotal technique.
  • Backhoe loaders: This can be used for multiple purposes, as per the requirement.

Snowy Weather – What Precaution One Must Take To Safeguard Their Equipment

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If you think that it is just the dust that causes problems in heavy equipment, then you perhaps need to tune your thinking a bit. No doubt that dust plays a major role in deteriorating the quality of the machine but there are other forces in existence that also has a part to play in making the condition of your equipment go worse. Have you ever contemplated how difficult a snowy weather can turn out on heavy equipment? Well, it can be very fatal and may result to ultimate crack down of the machine. Winter is a big threat to heavy equipment and especially when it gets real chill, it becomes worse for them. Many construction companies are compelled to shut their work for those few months as they simply can’t get their machine working. The machine gets so cold that it takes long for it to start up and get going.

We witnessed that winters in this part of the globe has become chiller and the snow covers more than 1 to 2 feet of the road which means it becomes so hard for humans to walk on it. There it requires the help of heavy equipment to take the snow off the road. However, these equipment also have their limitations and can perform under a limited level of snow on the road. Though there some big machines which are used to clear snow that has covered 3 feet of the road. However, in order to do that, they also have to use more power to get the job done. More power means more pressure on the engine which reduces the life of the machine. Other than that, not doing regular servicing can further cause damage to the equipment.

Let us now talk about what needs to be done to safeguard the machine from a hostile snowy weather.

Try to keep the machine covered when not in use:-  You might not want to expose the machine to the outside weather when it is not in use. Try to keep it covered or in your garage or in a place which can accommodate all the heavy equipment you have from the outside weather. When the machine is at work, try not to keep it on the site as we tend to do during normal seasons. It is worth taking the extra effort to haul it back home.

Take off the snow that sneaks its way inside the machine:-  When the equipment is at ease, it is recommended to pick the snow blocks out from its bottom. Simultaneously, when you are done for the day and bringing the stuff back home, you try and take off the huge/small blocks of snow that gets stuck to its bottom.

Service it regularly:-  Servicing the machine in such a weather is very crucial. You just can’t wait for the season to get over so that you can do the servicing thing at your ease. If you have a team who takes care of the servicing part, you can get the problem sorted in no time or else you get hold of someone who can get things fixed for you.

Dirt Moving Equipment – An Important Part of The Construction Industry

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We all must have been at some or the other construction site and have witnessed dirt all around the place. Well, the dirt comes from machine that excavates the earth and dumps it all at one place so that it can be later taken off from there and dumped in a dump yard. The importance of dirt moving equipment was always felt in the construction segment without which the work that is done in days will take years to complete. Companies such as Caterpillar, John Deere, Komatsu etc are known for manufacturing highly sophisticated and user friendly dirt moving equipments.

In order to construct a building, you need a strong base and to get the strong base, you need to dig deep inside the earth which is only possible with the help of dirt moving equipment. Though, other heavy equipment also come handy during this process, the major role is played by none other than the dirt moving equipments. Let us understand the different types of dirt moving equipment available with construction companies and how they are effective in removing huge pile of dirt from the surface of the earth.

Dirt moving equipment like backhoe loader plays an instrumental role in excavating and moving the dirt using the bucket in the front and dumping it in the desired place. A backhoe loader is the equipment that is used throughout the world for breaking asphalt and also for digging the earth’s surface. One of the unique features of the backhoe loader is that it has an arm in the rear which can be removed anytime, thus making it versatile in nature. This equipment is renowned for its versatility and for high performance even at extreme weather conditions. Be it snowy or it rains heavily, you can make maximum use of it.

Another intrinsic feature of a backhoe loader is that it is small in size as compared to other dirt moving equipment. Therefore, in order to dig deep in the earth especially in a location which can’t allow big machines to maneuver easily, a backhoe loader comes handy.

Then we have excavators which are used extensively for excavating works. These excavators are used by big construction companies working on huge projects. They ideally use 2-3 excavators of different models in order to get the work done. An excavator is not only used for digging purposes but is also used to demolish old construction. This is perhaps the only dirt moving equipment which has the ability to knock down old settlements and also deep dig inside the earth and move the dirt from one place to the other. An excavator runs on tracks which move with the machine.

We also have bulldozers which can be used as dirt moving equipment. They come in different sizes and have the ability to move huge stock of rocks that are usually the leftovers of a knocked down property. They have a metal blade in front of the dozer which is used to push the debris. These blades can be changed on basis of the kind of work it has to perform.

Save Your Heavy Equipment from Potential Theft- Install the GPS

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Thieving has and will always be an issue of concern for individuals and organizations of all fields. What if your heavy equipment meets the same fate? Surely you wouldn’t want to lose your functioning heavy equipment to thieves and incur loses? So, what can you do to save your machinery from potential theft? Installing a GPS System in such a situation seems to be a good way out.

 

What Is GPS?

 

Among the many benefits that individuals and organizations have derived out of technological advancements is the GPS navigation system. The GPS or Global Positioning System is a “satellite navigation” system, which monitors and tracks the location of a certain device anywhere on the planet. Originally meant for military purposes, this navigational system is now open to use for all civilians. Install the GPS system in your equipment and always remain updated on its current location.

 

GPS Tracking System for Heavy Equipment

 

For starters, one needs to understand that the GPS system is a long term investment, the setup of which is going to cost you hefty but the gain that one incurs from the installation more than makes up for it. Setting up the device is a piece of cake. It is a hassle free procedure; all the users have to do is connect the device physically and then your equipment will be under surveillance 24 x 7 and you will receive an alert if there is something unusual. Now let us look into the pairing of the device. The GPS system needs to be linked with a trustworthy “fleet management software”. There are a number of alternatives available on this score and your choice should be governed by the need of your equipment. When picking up the “fleet management software”, you need to keep certain aspects of the same in mind- organization, price, “fleet size”.

 

Benefits of Using the GPS System for Your Heavy Equipment

 

Installation of the GPS device comes with a number of benefits for your equipment.

 

For one, round the clock monitoring of the equipment enables you to safeguard the same from potential theft. The setup is perfect for this purpose as even with a defunct battery, the system manages to send signals with regard to out of the order activities.

With the GPS navigation system, you can also monitor the schedule of your equipment. This helps you in taking decisions as to how and when to plan the next schedule of the equipment in order to meet the deadline.

 

Technological advances of the 21st century have made it possible for individuals and organizations to approach issues in a way they have never before done. And the GPS device is one such boom of technology that will help you to ward off potential thieving threats to your equipment and also help you monitor the equipment in order to serve other purposes. So, without further ado, set up the GPS System in your heavy equipment and keep track of your equipment.