National Safety Month: Building Safer Jobsites with the Right Equipment, Maintenance, and Support
June is National Safety Month, an annual National Safety Council observance focused on helping people stay safe “from the workplace to anyplace.” For construction and forestry crews, that message fits the pace and pressure of everyday work. A safer jobsite starts with preparation. It grows through daily habits, equipment condition, operator awareness, planning, and reliable…
LIMIT RESIDUAL STAND DAMAGE AND MAINTAIN YOUR REPUTATION
Forest landowners want to limit residual stand damage (RSD) during selective harvests and logging contractors should too. How exactly does this damage happen? You’d be surprised. Don’t worry though, we’ll go over the different types of logging damage and offer advice on how to limit RSD so you can maintain your reputation and secure more contracts.
IMPROVE JOBSITE EFFICIENCY WITH THESE 3 QUICK WINS
A competitive advantage is paramount to success in the construction industry. Costs are high and profit margins are slim. With such a small profit window, how do you find that extra something, that edge? It all comes down to scheduling, the right equipment, and the best technology.
THE 3 MOST COMMON REASONS CONSTRUCTION BUSINESSES FAIL
Construction businesses can fail even in booming economies. So, how do you prevent your business from going belly-up? Know the common pitfalls and how to avoid them. Read advice from the experts at Papé Machinery.
5 THINGS TO LOOK FOR IN A KNUCKLEBOOM LOADER
When it comes to logging equipment, arguably no piece of machinery more important than the knuckleboom loader. The double boom and center knuckle allow for the loading and unloading of heavy cargo in tight spaces or low clearance like no other machine. Whether you’re looking at new or used logging equipment for sale, the same general principles apply. So what are some things you need to know when in the market for new equipment?
SECURING USED EQUIPMENT FINANCING FOR YOUR CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS
Securing used equipment financing for your construction business doesn’t have to be a hassle. While it’s true that some companies will not finance or lease used equipment, many construction equipment dealers and other lenders do. To ease any trepidation you might have as you begin to look for capital equipment, we’ve put together some advice on how to secure financing for your construction business.
MAINTAIN COMPLIANCE WITH OREGON FORESTRY LAWS TO AVOID PENALTIES
To ensure a sustainable continuance of Oregon’s private forests, there are state laws that govern forest resource protection and land use. Over the last 70 years, the regulations surrounding the growth and harvest of trees associated with sustainable forestry have moved into the limelight. The state of Oregon has strict laws, several of which have been around since 1941 and have been consistently developed and updated by scientists, state agencies, landowners, and other key groups.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT IN 2017
New John Deere construction equipment will be released in early 2017. We know change can be difficult to swallow, but we think you’ll like these ones.
AUTOMATION IS CHANGING THE TIMBER INDUSTRY
With a constant focus on ways to improve productivity, efficiency, and harvest safety, the future of the timber industry points towards technology and automation.
UNDERSTANDING THE INS AND OUTS OF LOGGING EQUIPMENT FINANCING
Are you looking to expand your logging equipment fleet in an affordable and viable way? Although not the best solution for everyone, logging equipment financing can be a great option for certain logging businesses.
