Built to Dig Smarter: Meet the John Deere P-Tier Mid-Size Excavator Lineup
The John Deere P-Tier mid-sized excavators lineup is designed to meet the evolving demands on jobsites. With powerful digging performance, advanced technology, improved visibility, and simplified serviceability, the new P-Tier mid-size range is tailored for different production scopes and job site demands. These excavators help crews move material efficiently, maintain precise grades, and keep projects…
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.
Papé Machinery Partners with Shasta College to Address Workforce Needs of the Logging Industry
As we continue into the 2020’s, both the need for lumber and forest management is slowly being outweighed by the realities of the workforce that make up the majority of the industry.
Best Wheel Loader for the Farm
Whether you are handling feed, loading manure, doing dirt work, or moving rocks, a wheel loader beats a shovel or the FEL of your tractor any day. Wheel loaders are designed to move tonnage and, on a farm, there’s a lot to move.
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.
The Best Mini Excavators: A Buyer’s Guide
There are a lot of options for mini excavators on the market today from every construction equipment manufacturer you can think of, but they aren’t all equal in terms of quality, serviceability, and expected lifespan.
Warning Signs It’s Time to Replace Backhoe Pins & Bushings
There aren’t any hard rules for when to replace your backhoe’s pins and bushings—every application is unique. The lifespan of these wear parts can vary widely from operation to operation and are impacted by how strictly maintenance protocols are adhered to. The only way to know when it’s time to replace your backhoe pins and bushings is to conduct a visual inspection.
