Why Preventive Maintenance Isn’t Optional but a Business Imperative
In heavy construction, forestry, and earthmoving, downtime is more than an inconvenience: it cuts straight to your bottom line. That’s why preventive maintenance (PM) is one of the smartest investments you can make in your fleet and in your business. At Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry, we partner with you to keep your equipment running…
Why Preventive Maintenance Isn’t Optional but a Business Imperative
In heavy construction, forestry, and earthmoving, downtime is more than an inconvenience: it cuts straight to your bottom line. That’s why preventive maintenance (PM) is one of the smartest investments you can make in your fleet and in your business. At Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry, we partner with you to keep your equipment running…
Late-Fall Site Prep: Soil Stabilization and Erosion Control Before Winter Hits
Late fall across the West brings colder temperatures, heavier rain systems, and shrinking daylight—conditions that can quickly turn a jobsite into mud if site prep isn’t locked in. With winter storms already starting to roll through, now is the time to shore up subgrades and get erosion controls in place. Below is a practical guide…
Crushing the Competition: How Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry Helped Steele Earthworks Scale with Kleemann
When Steele Earthworks launched in July 2022, the Oregon contractor had the contracts, team, and hustle ready to go. What they didn’t have yet was the right equipment partner and strategy to stay competitive in the Pacific Northwest’s rocky terrain. When an early partnership with another dealer fell short due to poor service, Papé Machinery…
How Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry Helps Kipco Keep Jobs Moving
For more than 40 years, Kipco Construction has been a trusted name in Lane County, delivering general site work with a specialty in excavation, underground utilities, and pipe work. Established in 1982 and led by longtime employee and owner/manager Seth Brown, the company’s reputation is built on experienced crews backed by capable equipment and dependable project execution….
Breaking Ground: Preparing Your Site for Construction
Site preparation is always the first phase of any major construction or forestry project. This process involves clearing the land of trees and debris, leveling the ground, and moving materials to and from the site. Every project has unique needs, so the steps and equipment involved may vary, but a few key machines are essential…
How to Change the Control Pattern on a John Deere Excavator
“What pattern are the controls in?” It’s a common question for those that rent excavators. For operators who are used to excavator controls or backhoe controls, using the opposite can be challenging and can cost productivity. Luckily, switching the control pattern on a John Deere excavator is quick and easy to do.
Oregon Logging Conference 2022: Come See Us!
We are thrilled to be a part of this year’s Oregon Logging Conference, taking place next week at the Lane County Fairgrounds! The conference runs from Thursday, February 24th, 2022, through Saturday, February 26th, 2022.
Best Backhoes: A Buyer’s Guide
In the market for a backhoe for your next digging or excavation project? Whether you’re breaking up asphalt or digging a trench, a good backhoe goes a long way for your construction and landscaping projects. Combining an excavator boom and a bucket loader, backhoe loaders can save you time and energy on even the most labor-intensive projects.
Backhoe vs. Excavator: Which One Is Right for the Job
Choosing the right equipment for the job is key to a successful project. Whether you are looking to buy or rent earthmoving equipment, this blog will help you make the best decision for your application.
