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Diverse Diggers: Exploring the Many Businesses That Use Excavators
Excavators, those massive powerhouses of construction and more, are among the most versatile pieces of heavy machinery in the world....
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Apr 66 min read
Mastering the Machine: Essential Qualities for Heavy Machinery Operators
Operating heavy machinery is a task that demands not just technical skill and expertise but also a set of physical qualities that ensure...
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Mar 1510 min read
10 Essential Checks for Snagging a Stellar Used Excavator: Your Ultimate Guide
Buying a used excavator is a substantial investment that can significantly impact the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of construction...
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Jan 12, 20236 min read
In the Market for a new Earthmoving Machine? How to Decide between New and Used
If you’re considering adding a machine to your fleet, you have a choice to make — will you purchase new or used construction equipment?...
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Jan 12, 20232 min read
Having Problems Finding New OEM Excavator Parts? We have a solution
When the pandemic hit in 2020, OEM manufacturers feared the worst and started to pare back their production of new machines and parts....
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Nov 24, 20223 min read
Key Things to Inspect when Buying a Used Excavator
Buying a used excavator has numerous advantages over a new machine – they are cheaper, you avoid the initial depreciation knock,...
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Nov 8, 20224 min read
In the Market for a Used Excavator? You Need to Follow these FOUR Tips
Investment in capital equipment is a big one, and should not be taken lightly. You need to make sure that you invest in high-quality...
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Sep 16, 20222 min read
4 Key Mistakes Made by Earthmovers
Earthmoving is a cyclical business which ebbs and flows with changes in the real economy. As an owner or manager of such a business, you...
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Sep 12, 20223 min read
3 Warning Signs of Ring Gear Problems
An excavator ring gear (also known as a slewing bearing or slew ring) is a rotational rolling-element bearing that supports the upper...
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Aug 22, 20223 min read
How to Add Years onto the Life of Your Excavator Final Drive
There are two major parts to an excavator's final drive – the hydraulic motor and the gear reduction. The hydraulic motor is fed by...
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Aug 8, 20222 min read
4 Reasons You Should Repair Your Excavator with Used Parts
When your excavator fails, you need to get it back in action as quickly as possible at the least expense. The downside of new parts is...
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Jul 25, 20222 min read
FIVE Ways to Reduce Your Diesel Bill
Excavators are thirsty machines and with oil prices close to record highs, operators are feeling the pain. The objective of this blog is...
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Jul 18, 20224 min read
A Quick Guide to Excavator Transport
Moving excavators is not easy. You want to do whatever you can to make it as safe and smooth as possible. You can increase your...
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Jul 15, 20224 min read
New versus Used Earthmoving Equipment - what is better for you?
Each purchasing route has its pros and cons. In this blog, we will break down the pros and cons of each option to help you make the best...
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Jul 12, 20221 min read
5 Excavator Maintenance Tips You need to Know
Excavators are designed for rough and rigorous work. This means they need to be kept in good working condition. Here are 5 things you...
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Jul 4, 20222 min read
4 Ways to Maintain Your Excavator Track Adjuster
Your track adjuster serves two important functions on your machine – it keeps proper tension in your tracks and prevents undue force from...
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Jun 22, 20222 min read
To Hire or Purchase Earthmoving Equipment. What is Best for You?
So, you have a big earthmoving demolition or earthmoving job. You now need to make the decision – do you hire the machinery or is it...
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Jun 2, 20222 min read
Outlook for Construction Equipment Market
The demand for construction equipment is starting to regain traction as governments in both developed and developing countries invest in...
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May 21, 20222 min read
What Size Dozer Do You Need?
Most manufacturers offer three sizes of dozers – small, medium, and large. In this blog we will dive into the details of each and then...
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May 20, 20221 min read
A Look at the Perkins 1104C-44T Engine
We have this beautiful Perkins 1104C-44T engine for sale out of our Cape Town office. It comes out of a Hyundai H930S tractor loader...
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