Construction equipment
The ‘burn in a flash’
A worker welds a bucket in an equipment shop. He completes his task and pushes his face shield and glasses above his eyes to more clearly observe the work. Afterward, he strikes an arc to continue, immediately feeling the heat meet his unprotected eyes.
under 40 in construction
As fifth-generation contractor, Paul Rees has experienced the construction industry firsthand for as long as he can remember. His company, Rees Construction, was established in 1887, and has operated out of Quincy, Illinois, for over 130 years.
shop cleanliness & safety
Covid-19's impact on the construction industry has forced businesses into taking unprecedented measures to protect their employees. While mainstream efforts such as social distancing and wearing PPE are important, managers are finding that additional actions are necessary.
Maintenance Mgmt: Lubes
Maintaining clean hydraulic oil is crucial to extending machine component life. Without proper maintenance, the smallest particulate (including dirt, metal, and water) can cause serious damage after entering a machine's oil reservoir. Valves may become scratched beyond repair, resulting in a costly expense for equipment owners.
lifting report: cat
The Caterpillar MH3040 material handler has a 202-horsepower Cat C7.1 diesel engine, with Smart Mode that matches engine power to hydraulic power to reduce fuel consumption. Operating weight is 84,000 pounds, swing speed is 12 percent faster, and the hydraulic system has valve priority to direct pressure and flow to where it is needed.
Cover photo, september 2021
We Field Test how Deere's SmartGrade gives operators control.