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30. July 2025 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Section 179 Just Got an Upgrade: Here’s What It Means for Your Next Equipment Purchase

Section 179 Just Got an Upgrade: Here’s What It Means for Your Next Equipment PurchaseSmart investments are the key to staying competitive. Whether you're expanding your fleet or replacing aging…
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5. June 2025 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

How Low Ground Pressure and Flotation Tires Help You Get the Job Done

How Low Ground Pressure and Flotation Tires Help You Get the Job Done When it comes to heavy equipment performance, ground pressure is a jobsite game changer. Whether you're working…
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15. May 2025 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

7 Tips for Purchasing Construction Equipment Parts Without the Downtime

7 Tips for Purchasing Construction Equipment Parts Without the Downtime  Purchasing construction equipment parts is a critical aspect of maintaining business operations, especially when facing long lead times or the…
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23. April 2025 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Maximizing Equipment Performance with Timely Parts Replacement

Maximizing Equipment Performance with Timely Parts Replacement Heavy equipment is a major asset for your business, and maintaining it properly is essential for maximizing its lifespan and avoiding unnecessary expenses.…
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27. March 2025 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, Products

The LeeBoy Advantage: Comparing the 8608, 8616D, and 8520C Asphalt Pavers for Optimal Performance

The LeeBoy Advantage: Comparing the 8608, 8616D, and 8520C Asphalt Pavers for Optimal Performance For over 60 years, LeeBoy has been a trusted name in asphalt paving, known for its…
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4. February 2025 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Tracks vs. Tires: Choosing What’s Best for Your Jobsite

Tracks vs. Tires: Choosing What’s Best for Your Jobsite When deciding between tracks or tires for your construction equipment, it's crucial to consider the specific demands of your job site.…
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21. November 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Don’t Let Winter Slow You Down: Essential Machinery Prep for Maximizing Peak Season Uptime

Don’t Let Winter Slow You Down: Essential Machinery Prep for Maximizing Peak Season Uptime As winter settles in, it can be critical to use this slower period to prepare your…
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21. November 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Excavator Undercarriage: The Hidden Key to Peak Performance

Excavator Undercarriage: The Hidden Key to Peak Performance The undercarriage is crucial to excavator performance. Often overlooked, this critical component bears the brunt of the machine's workload, supporting its weight,…
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30. October 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Ascendum Machinery: Your Partner for Equipment and Understanding the Section 179 Tax Savings

Ascendum Machinery: Your Partner for Equipment and Understanding the Section 179 Tax Savings In today's competitive business landscape, investing in top-quality equipment is essential for staying ahead. But what if…
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24. October 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Bergmann C912s – Unleashing the Power of Tracked Dumpers for Superior Performance

Bergmann C912s - Unleashing the Power of Tracked Dumpers for Superior Performance Are you tired of struggling with muddy job sites or steep inclines? The Bergmann C912s tracked dumper is…
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2. September 2024 in Best Practices

Maintaining Your Heavy Equipment Radiators

Maintaining Your Heavy Equipment Radiators Your machine's engine radiator is one of its most vital components. It plays an essential role in preventing overheating and extending your equipment's useful service…
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30. August 2024 in Best Practices

How to Choose the Right Demolition Excavator for Your Business

How to Choose the Right Demolition Excavator for Your Business Selecting the right demolition excavator can significantly impact the efficiency and overall cost effectiveness of your operation. By making informed…
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9. August 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

LeeBoy TD600 vs. Tack Tanks: Choosing the Right Asphalt Tack Distributor

LeeBoy TD600 vs. Tack Tanks: Choosing the Right Asphalt Tack Distributor Ensuring a seamless and long-lasting road surface in the asphalt paving industry hinges on a strong bond between old…
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12. July 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Summer Construction Tips for Equipment Operation

Optimizing Summer Construction: Heavy Equipment Maintenance and Operation Summer construction season brings unique challenges for equipment operation and maintenance. The intense heat can strain machinery, potentially causing performance issues, costly…
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12. July 2024 in Best Practices

Hydraulic Hose Tips

Hydraulic Hose Tips Hydraulic systems give your equipment the power needed to dig, lift, and maneuver on the jobsite, and hydraulic hoses are responsible for delivering the fluid that makes…
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26. June 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Safety Best Practices for Road Construction

Safety Best Practices for Road Construction Road building jobs and working near traffic can be very dangerous if the correct safety steps aren’t taken. By utilizing the right protocols and…
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20. May 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

Ascendum Empowers Terry Lee Contracting’s Success

Ascendum Empowers Terry Lee Contracting’s Success The construction industry is characterized by its demanding nature, requiring optimal equipment performance and minimal downtime to ensure project success. Terry R. Lee Contracting…
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17. May 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights

How to Choose Excavator Attachments

How to Choose Excavator Attachments Tips for Choosing the Right Excavator Attachments Your excavators are some of the most versatile pieces of machinery in your fleet. When you equip them…
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30. April 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

What Can You Do with End of Life Equipment

How to Deal with End of Life Equipment Excavator operation and earthmoving projects can be dangerous if the proper precautions and best practices aren’t followed. In order to help your…
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23. April 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Maintenance Tips for Heavy Equipment Tires

How to Reduce Wear and Tear on Your Heavy Equipment Tires The performance of all your wheeled equipment depends largely on how their rubber meets the ground. Heavy equipment tires…
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23. April 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Spring Tips for Heavy Equipment Maintenance

Heavy Equipment Maintenance Tips for Spring If you store your equipment during the winter months, then they’ll require some spring maintenance before you’re ready to hit the jobsite for the…
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20. March 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Tips for Effective Construction Waste Management and Disposal

Tips for Effective Construction Waste Management and Disposal Construction projects typically generate significant amounts of waste, making effective waste management a key part of construction site management. Properly handling and…
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14. March 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

How to Improve Wheel Loader Productivity

How to Improve Wheel Loader Productivity Whether you’re handling construction, road building, utility work, material handling, or even snow removal, your wheel loaders play a critical role in completing the…
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6. March 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Making the Tough Call: Rebuilding or Replacing Heavy Equipment

Rebuild or Replace? Making the Right Call for Your Heavy Equipment Fleet Your equipment is more than just machinery; it’s your productivity, your uptime, and your bottom line. So when…
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16. February 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Preseason Heavy Equipment Checklist

Preseason Heavy Equipment Checklist It's important to be ready when the busy construction season starts. To prevent heavy equipment service and expensive downtime when you need your machines most, we…
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14. February 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

How a Mid Size Excavator Grows Your Business

How a Mid Size Excavator Can Improve Your Business Excavator operation and earthmoving projects can be dangerous if the proper precautions and best practices aren’t followed. In order to help…
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24. January 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Heavy Equipment Fleet Management Strategies

Heavy Equipment Fleet Management Strategies The larger your fleet is, the more critical it becomes that you effectively manage your machines. Proper construction equipment management is a critical part of…
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9. January 2024 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Heavy Equipment Filter Tips

Heavy Equipment Filter Tips Filters are essential components on your heavy equipment. They protect everything from your fuel system to your hydraulics to your oil by keeping particles out that…
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6. December 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

How to Operate Electric Construction Equipment in Winter

How to Operate Electric Construction Equipment in Winter Electric construction equipment is growing in popularity. Builders and contractors are turning to them in order to lower their operating costs and…
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6. December 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Tips for DEF Maintenance in Winter

Tips for DEF Maintenance in Winter When the temperatures drop, it’s important to take extra care with your diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). DEF has a freezing point of about 12…
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20. November 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Equipment Track Tension Tips for Essential Machine Maintenance

Equipment Track Tension Tips for Essential Machine Maintenance Maintaining the proper track tension is a crucial aspect of daily machine maintenance for heavy equipment. Improper tension can lead to serious…
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20. November 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Excavator Safety Best Practices: Tips for Protecting Operators and Ensuring Safe Operations

Excavator Safety Best Practices: Tips for Protecting Operators and Ensuring Safe Operations Earthmoving and construction projects can create hazardous situations if proper safety measures aren’t implemented. To maintain productivity while…
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27. October 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

How to Lower Your Costs for Owning and Operating Heavy Equipment

How to Lower Your Costs for Owning and Operating Heavy Equipment The costs of owning construction equipment can add up quickly. From regular service and maintenance to fuel and planning…
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29. August 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Tips for Heavy Equipment in Winter

Prepare Your Heavy Equipment for Winter Winter can take a serious toll on construction equipment if the right steps aren’t taken beforehand to prepare it for the changes in temperature.…
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16. August 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Top Maintenance Tips for Excavator Attachments

Tips for Excavator Attachments Excavator attachments are a must have on most jobsites. They expand the capabilities of your machines and allow you to complete more specialized projects. Some of…
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2. August 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Equipment Theft Prevention Tips

Heavy Equipment Theft Prevention Tips Annual losses resulting from equipment theft are as high as $1 billion, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). When your machine is stolen,…
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21. July 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Top Clean Fuel Tips for Heavy Equipment

Clean Fuel Tips for Heavy Equipment If your fuel becomes contaminated with dirt, dust, and other particles, it can reduce your engine life by up to 50%. These types of…
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10. July 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Maintenance Tips for Equipment Cooling Systems

Equipment Cooling Systems Maintenance Tips Efficient, well performing cooling systems are crucial for the health of your heavy equipment, especially in the hot summer months. Persistent heat can put a…
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28. June 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Tips for Soil Compaction Projects

How to Handle Soil Compaction the Right Way Soil compaction is the process of increasing soil density through mechanical means. It involves reducing air voids and optimizing soil particle arrangement…
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27. June 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Asphalt Compaction Tips

Asphalt Compaction Tips Asphalt compaction is an essential step in the road construction process. Using various types of heavy equipment, asphalt layers are compacted to achieve the desired level of…
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20. June 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Best Practices for Heavy Equipment Operator Training

Best Practices for Heavy Equipment Operator Training Operator error is one of the most common causes of equipment repairs and downtime. Equipment operators and supervisors need to understand what are…
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20. June 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Machine Coolant Tips

Machine Coolant Tips Machine coolant runs continuously through the engine and radiator of your heavy equipment to help manage the heat levels, allowing your machine to run cooler and more…
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24. May 2023 in Best Practices, Industry Insights, NEWS POSTS (Home)

Excavator Operator Tips

Excavator Operator Tips Excavator operation and earthmoving projects can be dangerous if the proper precautions and best practices aren’t followed. In order to help your excavator operators use your machines…
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