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Drones in the Construction Industry

by Dr McCaslin | Mar 20, 2017 |

Heavy Equipment 101

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We know that drones are already being used to provide a bird鈥檚 eye view of construction progress鈥攖ake, for example, the construction progress updates concerning the provided by 4K drones.  But did you know they are being used extensively in the construction industry for far more than just videos of the construction site?

 

 

 

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3 Considerations in Keeping Your Final Drive Running

Final drives have to endure quite a bit 鈥� like high-impact loads, extreme torque, sudden direction changes, and frequent gear changes. You know that when your final drive stops, your machine stops. That means one of your goals should be to keep that final drive running.  In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to discuss some of the considerations in keeping your final drive running.

 

 

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MTL versus CTL:  What鈥檚 the Difference?

by Dr McCaslin | Mar 14, 2017 |

Heavy Equipment 101, Excavators, Mini-excavators

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Multi Terrain Loaders and Compact Track Loaders

Many people use the terms multi-terrain loader and compact track loader interchangeably, but they aren鈥檛 the same.  In this Shop Talk Blog post, we are going to discuss the difference between MTL's and CTL's and how those difference impact function and performance.

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4 Key Maintenance Tasks for Final Drives


Final Drive Motor Preventive Maintenance

 

Based on our own experience here at , the maintenance for final drives can be broken into four key tasks.  When these tasks are performed as recommended, they will greatly extend the life of your final drive, keep your equipment running, and save you money.  Let's see what these four tasks are ...

 

 

 

 

 

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Heavy Equipment 101: Classifying 天美视频 by Function

Travel Motors Versus Slew Motors

 

There are several different ways to classify hydraulic motors, but in this Shop Talk blog post we are going to focus on classifying them in terms of the function they perform, starting with travel motors versus slew motors.  Do you know the difference?

 

 

 

 

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Excavator Tires Versus Tracks: Which Has the Best Traction?

 Excavators Traction, Tracks, and Tires

 

 

Which has the best  for excavation equipment:  tires or tracks?  The answer to that question is not as easy as it might seem.  In this Shop Talk blog post, we are going to take a look the subject of traction, tracks, and tires, beginning with a discussion about the coefficient of traction.

 

 

 

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The Basics of Mini Excavators

Small Hydraulic Excavators

, also known as compact excavators, are small hydraulic excavators valued primarily for their ability to maneuver and function within tight or narrow areas where larger excavators can鈥檛.  

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7 Quick Tips for Skid Steer Maintenance in Extreme Weather

Skid Steers and Aggressive Weather

Skid-steers are going to need a different type of maintenance when faced with extreme weather, whether its extreme heat or extreme cold.  In this blog post, we are going to give you some tips on how to keep your running well even in aggressive weather.

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16 Hydraulic Motor Terms You Need to Know

Dictionary Terms Related to 天美视频

Did you know that there are 7 different types of torque related to hydraulic motors?  Are you sure you know what maximum and minimum motor speed mean?  If you're interested in a review of these terms, we鈥檝e put together this dictionary of terms related to that are important for you to know.

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Skid Steer Motion and 天美视频

by Regina M. Dick | Feb 08, 2017 |

Heavy Equipment 101, Skid Steers, Excavators

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Skid Steer Loader Popularity

Skid steers, also known as skid loaders and skid steer loaders, have been around since the late 1950s.  They are among the most versatile pieces of construction and landscaping equipment on the market today, and their over the years. In this bog post, we are going to talk about  and how skid steers move.

 

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