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Man Arrested for DUI on Mower
You would think it goes without saying, but booze and mowers don’t mix. That’s what one Michigan man found out this past weekend. He was arrested for driving drunk on his lawn mower, reports Fox 17. But his “adventure” didn’t just include having too many drinks. The mower operator also added flashlights to the front […]
October 28, 2014
Business
[Video] How To Maintain Skid Steers
Follow this daily checklist to keep your equipment out of the shop. Skid steers can be a versatile piece of equipment, but it won’t do you much good if it spends more time with your mechanic than on the jobsite. To keep your machines out of the shop, it’s important to follow a proactive maintenance […]
August 29, 2014
Business
3 ways to extend life of skid steer
You spend good money for your equipment, so don’t you want to get the most out of it? To extend the life of a skid steer, operators should follow these three simple operating tips from Jonathon Ferguson, Terex Construction Americas. 1. Know your surroundings. Operators must constantly be aware of where the skid steer loader […]
August 28, 2014
Business
Contractor Fired for Being an Alabama Fan
You might not yell Roll Tide and bleed crimson and white like me, but can you imagine being fired because of what school you cheer for? One contractor in Texas can. A crane operator working on the renovations at Texas A&M’s Kyle Field was fired after hanging a University of Alabama flag from the side […]
July 16, 2014
Landscaping equipment
John Deere Intros 6 Compact Utility Tractors
John Deere showcased its 4M and 4R Series compact utility tractors during a dealer ride-and-drive event in Orlando, Florida, Tuesday. The models will be available starting in April. The line includes six models – 4044M, 4052M, 4066M, 4044R, 4052R and 4066R – and the Tier 4 Final engines range from 43 to 66 horsepower on […]
February 25, 2014
Business
Forward-Mount System to Improve Functionality on Excavators
When Bobcat released four Tier 4 excavators, the machines featured a forward-mount instrumentation system.
January 15, 2014
Business
How To Spec Compact Excavators
Understanding the limitations and expectations of compact excavators can be overwhelming for landscapers. Our sister pub, Equipment World magazine details what landscapers need to do and look for when it comes to getting the most from this machine.
December 11, 2013
Business
Cat Releases CTL, MTL & SSL Machines at GIE
Caterpillar introduced three new Cat D Series compact track loaders, three new Cat D Series multi-terrain loaders (MTL) and two updated D Series compact track loaders (CTL) at GIE+EXPO.
October 24, 2013
Business
Mustang Debuts Two Radial-Lift Track Loaders
Two new radial-lift track loaders are the latest machines added to Mustang’s lineup.
October 17, 2013
Safety
Mowing After Hours Could Be Costly
Following the proper mowing guidelines on a jobsite could be the difference in life or death for crewmembers.
September 6, 2013
Landscaping equipment
Daily compact equipment safety checklist
Reduce safety risks and downtime by following these proper operating procedures and daily routine checks before a machine is started up.
September 5, 2013
Design-Build
Mowing While Intoxicated
We’ve all heard of a DWI, but what about a MWI? One West Perth, Ontario, Canada, man has now. He was operating a mower about 4 p.m. down a public road when he was stopped by an officer. The problem? He had been drinking and showed obvious signs of impairment, according to The Beacon Herald. […]
August 29, 2013
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