How to Choose the Best Compact Construction Equipment for Your Operation
Tight job sites, lean crews, and aggressive timelines put serious pressure on compact construction equipment. When the equipment fits the work, you move faster, protect margins, and keep projects on schedule. When it doesn’t, you risk rework, idle operators, and machines that never quite match the job. Compact construction equipment (CCE) includes compact excavators, track…
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.
Compact Track Loader vs. Multi Terrain Loader: Choosing the Right Machine for the Job
Compact track loaders (CTLs) and Multi Terrain Loaders (MTLs) look like two very similar pieces of equipment but they have a number of important differences. In this blog, the equipment experts are Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry explain the key differences and how to choose the right machine for the job at hand.
What Not To Do In An Excavator and Why
When properly maintained and operated with care an excavator can have a very long useful life. Reckless operation, on the other hand, can lead to accidents and costly repairs long before they are should be necessary.
Pull Scrapers: A Cost-Effective Solution for Earthmoving Contractors
Earthmoving contractors have options when it comes to equipment that can get the job done. Whether it’s self-propelled scrapers, pull-behind scrapers, or the more traditional dozer to excavator to articulated dump truck system, all three options will accomplish the task of moving a large volume of material. In recent years, there’s been a purchasing trend toward the pull-behind scraper solution.
Papé Machinery Now Offers Wirtgen Equipment
Papé Machinery is excited to announce that effective January 1, 2021, we will carry the complete Wirtgen Group product catalog as an authorized dealer in the states of Washington, Oregon, certain counties in Idaho, and the Reno/Sparks areas.
Best Small Dozer for the Money
Want to find the ultimate small dozer for your homestead or urban construction business? Whether you decide to buy new or used, Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry has a great selection of quality dozers for sale. Read our guide to small dozers below to learn more about your options.
