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…
3 BIG ADVANTAGES OF USING DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY ON THE JOBSITE
There are a number of advantages to utilizing construction technology tools on the jobsite. Whether you’re looking to gain increased visibility, accuracy, or flexibility, leading construction technology, like John Deere’s JDLink™ and Worksight™, can give you all three.
JOHN DEERE BACKHOE IN-CAB CONTROLS – MECHANICAL VS. PILOT
Up until recently, pilot controls have not been offered in backhoe loaders. Throughout the years, mechanical controls have been the norm. Manufacturers like John Deere, however, have begun offering backhoe pilot control options in order to meet the shifting needs of operators and companies alike.
LOGGING EQUIPMENT FIRE PREVENTION – AN OPERATOR’S GUIDE
The risk of fire when working with forestry equipment is very real and can be very costly. There are steps you can take to protect your investment and limit the risk of equipment fires. We’ve put together a list of fire prevention tips that will keep you and your machinery safe.
4 WAYS TO MAXIMIZE FELLER BUNCHER PRODUCTIVITY
The competitive nature of the logging industry demands feller buncher operators do everything they can to maximize productivity. Our machinery experts at Papé Machinery, Construction and Forestry have put together a few of the most important pieces of information to remember on your next job.
OFF-SEASON REVENUE IDEAS FOR YOUR COMPACT MACHINERY
With a little over 75 years of experience, Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry has plenty to offer in the way of off-season revenue ideas for your business.
3 BIG MISTAKES TO AVOID IN CONSTRUCTION BIDS
At Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry we want to see you and your construction business succeed, so we’ve outlined three of the major errors on bids. By avoiding these three big mistakes, you’ll see the profit you deserve by getting the bids you want and maintaining your bottom line.
SAFETY CHECKLIST: TIPS TO PREVENT ROAD CONSTRUCTION WORK ZONE ACCIDENTS
More often than not, construction sites are on or near active roadways. Because of the high risk environment, it’s critical to have a plan for work zone safety.
SAFETY CHECKLIST: HOW TO CAREFULLY OPERATE WOOD CHIPPERS
Wood chipper… wood chipper… Even the name is intimidating – but using one shouldn’t be. It’s one of the most important pieces of equipment for those with wooded property, and they can also be among the most dangerous. Respect the machine. Understand the machine. Know how to use the machine. Following some simple guidelines will help make the use of a wood chipper safer.
HOW TO TRAIN YOUR CONSTRUCTION TEAM ON ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Electrical safety is among the most important issues facing any construction team. Every worksite is inundated with electricity, and disasters can happen when the team doesn’t understand the hazards or the safety precautions necessary.
