Equipment (page 5)

This article introduces you to the primary types of trenchers, the jobs they’re suited for, and tips for selecting the best trencher for your project.

There are many reputable backhoe brands on the market, each with varying specifications and capabilities. Here's how to choose a trusted brand and ease the nerves that come with purchasing or renting a heavy piece of machinery.

Boom lifts and scissor lifts often get confused, but there are many distinct differences. For example, boom lifts attain a greater vertical reach and can also move horizontally.

From a pond to a golf course, backhoes get the job done. However, it’s important to find the right size, and our guide on backhoe sizes can help you do just that.

There are 17 types of scaffolding used at construction sites. They can be single frame or double frame, and either suspended or supported depending on your project’s needs.

Backhoe loaders are go-to machines for earthmoving, landscaping and excavation jobs. If you need a backhoe for your next project, knowing how much they cost to rent can simplify the planning process and help keep your budget on track.

When you're managing the diverse needs of a construction worksite, you must choose the appropriate machinery for every task. Consider these 10 types of construction and boom lifts for your next project.

There are backhoe attachments for a variety of uses including landscaping, trenching, and forestry projects. We’ll detail nine popular attachments.

An excavator is a great tool for any big earthmoving job. Learn the various parts of an excavator so you know what you’re working with.

Looking for the best mini excavator brands for your next project? We’ve found the top brands in the market to know when shopping for compact machinery.

If you’re in the market for a new mini excavator, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from. To help you decide, we’ll cover the top-rated mini excavators on the market and go over their key advantages.

The first step to choosing a skid steer size for your project is knowing what’s available. To help you decide, we’ve created three skid steer size charts highlighting the most common product offerings from well-known equipment manufacturers.

The best way to find accurate pricing information is to contact a local retailer or online equipment rental network that can connect you with suppliers in your area. Quotes from these sources are generally the most reliable, but even a general estimate can be helpful when planning a new project.

Skid steers and compact track loaders generally perform the same functions and can be interchangeable. The biggest difference? Skid steers have wheels, while track loaders run on tracks. The type you choose can significantly impact the success of your project, so it’s important to understand which tasks each one is best suited for.

ACCO’s super bulldozer is the biggest bulldozer in the world. However, due to the ACCO being non-operational, the Komatsu D575A-3 SD dozer is presently the biggest in operation.

Here is an approximate diesel fuel consumption chart based on the size of the generator in kilowatts (kW) and the load levels.

Excavators come in a variety of types and tools. We cover the six excavator types and what each one is best used for.

“HVAC” stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and refers to any system that provides ventilation or temperature control for a space. These systems include everything from central air and heating to portable space heaters and AC units, and there are multiple types to choose from.

If you want to drill a hole in the ground, you’ll want an auger. You might also use one to drill into other things, like a tree or wood. It’s easier and more exact to bore a hole using an auger than to dig one using a shovel.

There are multiple factors to consider when adding a dumpster enclosure to your property. To help simplify the process, we’ll walk through the most common sizes and dimensions and provide tips for building your own dumpster enclosure.

When you see a crane on a construction site, the first thing you probably notice is the long arm stretching into the sky. This part of the crane is called the boom, and it is one of the machine’s most noticeable and important features.

Understanding how generators work can help you identify problems, perform routine maintenance and choose the right generator to suit your specific needs.

Pallet jacks are versatile tools used to transport pallets and other small loads over short distances. They are common in stores and warehouses, and their size makes them suitable for personal and commercial use.

Our guide covers the different sizes of dumpsters, what each is used for, and the types you’ll want for your cleanup needs.

Tower cranes involve a complex array of parts that function together to make massive lifting jobs relatively simple.

The world is filled with amazing cranes, but the biggest and strongest among them are incredibly impressive pieces of equipment.

A CARB-compliant generator runs more efficiently and produces fewer greenhouse gas emissions than a non-CARB-compliant generator. This results in better air quality. Because CARB standards are stricter than most, CARB-compliant generators are seen as the most environmentally friendly and safest generators available.

Portable generators can keep your home or business running on backup power when disaster strikes, but in return, this pricey piece of machinery needs to be protected, as well. If you have a generator, you should house it inside a generator enclosure or shed. Do you want to learn how to build a generator enclosure? Read on for lots of helpful tips.

Learn about the different forklift rental prices and the best practices on how to rent them.

Forklift statistics report that an average of 85 accidents occur each year. Find out the main causes of industrial truck accidents and how training can prevent them.