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How to Choose a Pressure Washer
December 22, 2021
For removing dirt from vehicles and outdoor furniture, driveway oil stains, deck or siding mold, wall graffiti or building grime, pressure washers, also known as power washers, are...
9 Reasons United Rentals Is the Perfect Next Step After Your Military Career
December 21, 2021
In 2021, five organizations recognized United Rentals as a leading employer of veterans for its commitment to recruiting, hiring and training veterans and supporting their career...
Belt Sander vs. Orbital Sander: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job
December 20, 2021
Wood floors add warmth and beauty to a space, not to mention value. To bring old, damaged floors back to life, or to level or finish a wood floor, you’ll need a floor sander, but...
Portable Spot Coolers: What Are They and What Are They Used For?
December 20, 2021
When there’s nowhere to install an air conditioner, when an air conditioner or HVAC system fails, or when air conditioning would be too expensive, a spot cooler is a fast, easy...
ANSI A92: Your Guide to the New Aerial Lift Standards
December 20, 2021
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) A92 suite of standards provides industry standards for the design, safe use and training for the use of MEWPs. ANSI standards are...
Crane Safety 101: A Guide For Crane Operators
December 15, 2021
Without cranes, today’s massive construction projects wouldn’t happen. A crane’s ability to lift and move heavy loads makes it the keystone of a productive jobsite. But a crane and...
How to Choose the Right Excavator Bucket: Excavator Bucket Sizes and Types
December 6, 2021
Buckets serve as the business end of your excavator. Choosing the right size and type of excavator bucket for your application and the material you’re digging or moving can...
How to Use a Brush Cutter: Techniques, Safety Tips and More
December 6, 2021
Need to expand a lawn, cut a trail through a field or clear an abandoned lot? A brush cutter may be just the ticket. Here’s a guide to choosing and using a brush cutter when you’re...
Skid Steer Loaders Guide: Sizes, Lift Types, Control Types & More
December 6, 2021
On the construction site, on the farm or in the industrial plant, skid steer loaders are the little engines that could (though not all skid steers are little). Compact...
Tracked vs. Wheeled Skid Steers: How Do They Compare?
November 22, 2021
Skid steer loaders, sometimes called Bobcats after one brand of skid steer, are the Swiss Army knives of construction machines. With the right size skid steer and the right...