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Staying Safe Around Construction Equipment

A few months ago, my husband and I decided to make the plunge and landscape our yard. Unfortunately, we live in an incredibly hilly area, and all of the ground needed to be leveled and graded before we could get started. My husband made a few calls, and we were able to find an amazing construction team who could bring in heavy construction equipment to do the work. After they arrived, the foreman explained what we would need to do to stay safe around all of the heavy equipment. This blog is designed to help others learn from our experience, so that you can keep your family safe from harm.

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Helpful Tips When Renting A Crane For Temporary Work Operations

Posted on April 10, 2020

There may be a project that warrants a crane rental, whether it's to move heavy equipment or gain access to certain heights. Carrying out this rental transaction doesn't have to be difficult as long as you keep these tips in mind.  Choose a Crane Type No matter which crane rental provider you work with, they will have different cranes available. It's important that you assess your operations in advance so that you know exactly what type of crane rental to get for your operations. [Read More]

Expanding The Use Of Your Skid Steer Loader With Additional Attachments

Posted on October 15, 2019

A skid steer loader is an extremely flexible machine that can be a great tool for small and large jobs alike. The small size and maneuverability of the loader can make it easy to use in tight places, but the strength of the machine allows you to do a lot of different jobs with the machine. Adding attachments makes these loaders even more flexible. Here are some ways that skid steer attachments can help you. [Read More]

Emergency Scaffolding Acquisition: Should You Rent Or Rent To Buy?

Posted on December 18, 2018

You know the saying: The best-laid plans often go awry. That's as true in construction as it is in other fields. While construction companies do their best to ensure they have all the supplies and equipment they need, sometimes they end up needing a few extra pieces, including extra scaffolding. Most scaffolding companies have a rent-to-own option. How can you tell when it's time to forget renting and returning, and move to arranging to buy? [Read More]

Dealing With Repair Or Replacement Of Large Electrical Transformers That Have Failed

Posted on June 15, 2018

When an industrial transformer on a utility pole has failed, the electric company goes out and removes it and replaces it with a new unit. It is not easy but can be handled with a small crew and a couple of trucks. But what if the transformers at an electrical substation fail or a large transformer at an industrial facility needs to be replaced? These situations require a specialized crew and some very specific knowledge to deal with. [Read More]