Project Uptime
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How to Cut Concrete Using a Concrete Saw
September 27, 2021
Whether you’re cutting concrete blocks, slabs, walls or floors, using the right equipment and techniques will make the job easier, safer and more precise. Of course, wear...
Types of Boom Lifts: Telescopic vs. Articulating Boom Lifts
September 27, 2021
Both lifts can take construction workers to high, hard-to-reach spots, but not necessarily the same ones. Aerial work platforms are essential when workers must access tight spots...
11 Tips for the Safe Use of Telehandlers in Construction
September 27, 2021
The telehandler, also called a rough terrain forklift, is a thing of wonder.
Ladder Safety Tips Even Construction Pros Forget
September 17, 2021
Falls cause approximately one-third of all construction accidents, and that statistic includes ladder-related accidents. Among construction workers, an estimated 81 percent of fall...
What Size Air Compressor Do I Need?
September 16, 2021
Many projects would sputter to a halt without air compressors to drive pneumatic tools. But it’s not always obvious what size air compressor is required for the job, and it’s easy...
How to Choose the Right Type of Scaffolding for the Job
September 13, 2021
Scaffolding used in construction gives crews access to an elevated work area, often the exterior of a building. There are several types of these temporary structures to choose from...
5 Factors to Consider When Buying Used Construction Equipment
September 13, 2021
Buying used equipment can be a smart option for companies trying to preserve capital and reduce spending. Used equipment can cost as little as 50 cents on the dollar compared to...
What Is an Excavator? Different Types and How They're Used
September 7, 2021
An excavator is a large, diesel-powered construction machine made for digging out earth with its bucket to create trenches, holes and foundations. It’s a staple of large...
10 Best Skid Steer Attachments to Help You Save Time and Money
September 2, 2021
Why rent or buy another machine when the skid steer you already have can do the job? That’s the money-saving idea behind skid steer attachments, which turn this already-versatile...