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…
12 SURPRISING CONSTRUCTION INJURY STATS AND HOW TO PREVENT THEM
Worksite injuries on construction jobs are all too common. Take a look at these surprising stats about the construction industry and keep them in mind the next time you head out to the jobsite.
6 EASY STEPS TO PREVENT FALLS FROM HEAVY EQUIPMENT
According to OSHA, falls occur more than any other injury in the timber harvesting and construction industries. Here are a few simple steps you can take to prevent falls on the job site:
5 SIMPLE WAYS TO IMPROVE LOGGING SAFETY
If you know timber harvesting as well as we do, it’ll come as no surprise that this industry is consistently listed among the most dangerous professions in the United States. Many of the most common logging hazards and harvesting accidents can be avoided by following simple safety training procedures. Take a look at our thoughts on the matter below… After all, your safety is paramount.
FINAL TIER 4 ENGINES: REDUCING EMISSIONS, NOT PERFORMANCE
Big machines mean big engines, and traditionally, this has meant big emissions. With the introduction of the Final Tier 4 (FT4) engine, however, this is no longer the case. Built to reduce emissions instead of reducing performance, it’s quickly becoming the industry standard for all heavy equipment.
MONITOR YOUR ENTIRE FLEET WITH JOHN DEERE POWERSIGHT
We’re all guilty of nostalgia—especially in this industry—but it’s important to look ahead to new technology and how it can help us improve. John Deere PowerSight is the perfect example of how evolving fleet management software can help users capitalize on new technology, saving time and money in the process.
READY TO RENT? YOUR GUIDE TO RENTING CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT
Heavy duty equipment rental is on the rise, and for good reason. Business owners and worksite managers know that machinery rental offers distinct advantages over buying new (and even used) equipment both in the field and on the bottom line. Read on for some helpful guidelines to help you decide whether equipment rental in Washington, Oregon, or California is the right choice for your business, and for an easy step-by-step to completing the rental process.
DESIGNING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT: SUSTAINABLE EQUIPMENT FROM JOHN DEERE
In the rough and ready world of construction and forestry equipment, the idea of creating products with more power and a smaller environmental footprint used to be something of a fantasy — but not anymore. We live in a world where these two goals are coming together like never before, and John Deere is leading the way.
WARNING SIGNS: A CHECKLIST FOR BUYING USED EQUIPMENT
Whether you’re in the market for an articulated dump truck, skid steer, or excavator, buying used is a smart investment. In fact, the popularity of buying pre-owned has soared as business owners and worksite managers have realized they can get excellent equipment at significant savings, all while avoiding the nearly 40 percent depreciation in value that new equipment has in its first year of ownership. This is a huge advantage for the bottom line, and is especially beneficial when a business is just starting out and needs to build its fleet.
DIGGING DEEP INTO BUYING AN EXCAVATOR
Excavators have been the machine of choice in the construction, mining, and forestry industries for decades, and their popularity has only increased over the past ten years as manufacturers have made significant improvements in power, abilities, and comfort. Purchasing an excavator in Portland, whether new or used, is an exciting prospect, but there are several things to consider before you buy. Read on for some helpful guidelines when choosing your new workhorse.
