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Project Uptime

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...

What Is an Air Handler?
August 25, 2021
What exactly is an air handler, and when does it pay to use one for heating or cooling needs? An HVAC expert from United Rentals explains all.

Managed Tool Trailers Cut Tool Costs and Boost Productivity
August 25, 2021
Tools have a way of going missing or walking off the worksite, and you pay the price in dollars and lost wrench time. What’s more, contractors often overestimate their tool needs...

Tips for Boosting Power Plant Efficiency during Summer Heat Season
June 14, 2021
During summer heat season, power plants need to operate at peak efficiency or pay a price. Temporary solutions can help plant managers and engineers optimize output.

5 Tips for Using Compaction Equipment
April 6, 2021
Compaction is tricky even for pros. These tips can help you reach the required compaction target and avoid under- or over-compaction with the least time and effort.

5 Essentials Nearly Every Jobsite Needs
April 5, 2021
Most jobsites require certain essentials. Plan ahead for these five pieces of temporary equipment to avoid scrambling at the last minute to put them in place.

Using Temporary Heating to Boost Productivity Throughout the Winter
January 26, 2021
To keep construction crews productive during the cold winter months, contractors can use temporary heating to warm up their jobsites.

How to Choose a Plate Compactor for the Job
January 20, 2021
Whether you’re paving a driveway or parking lot, putting in a walkway, building a patio, repairing a street or backfilling a trench, success starts with compacting the earth and...

Tips for Choosing a Jobsite Dewatering System
January 19, 2021
Dewatering systems for construction sites aren’t one size fits all. Choosing the most appropriate dewatering system for the job will yield the best results in the least amount of...

How to Lift an Engine: Gantry Crane vs. Engine Hoist vs. Roustabout Lift
November 29, 2020
The best way to lift an engine depends on your space and the size of the engine. An engine hoist, gantry crane and roustabout lift are three tools to consider. Discover the pros...