Renting an excavator – or any construction machine – can seem overwhelming. Here are 5 simple steps to take when looking to rent any type of construction equipment.
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The Best Mini Excavator for 2021
Many people ask what the best mini excavator is. It may sound like a simple question but it really isn’t. Learn what the best mini excavator is in this blog.
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What Is a Digging Machine? Diggers Explained
What is a digging machine? Are diggers the same thing as excavators? How many different types of digging machines are there? Learn all about this industry term and what types of digging machines there are for your project.
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The Most Common Equipment Malfunctions and How to Prevent Them
Equipment malfunctions are a part of the job. Unfortunately, they’re bound to happen. There are ways to prevent malfunctions, however, and ensure that your equipment – owned or rented – operates as smoothly as possible.
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Road Rollers: The Lesser Known Construction Equipment
Rollers are a valuable machine for many construction projects. Compaction is important to ensure a stable foundation and base for many road and building projects. Learn about rollers, how they work and why they’re important in the construction industry.
The Anatomy of an Excavator
An excavator is one of the most popular types of construction equipment. Learn about the basic makeup of an excavator and how each part supports and helps the others.
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Choosing an Aerial Lift: Which Man Lift is Best for the Job?
With so many different types and sizes of aerial lift, it can be hard to know which one to use for a job. Check out tips and tricks on how to choose which aerial lift is best for your job.
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6 Top Snow Removal Equipment to Rent
Trying to decide what the best type of snow removal equipment rental is best for you can be difficult. With so many different machines out there for snow removal, how do you choose which is best? Here are the 6 top snow removal equipment rentals to consider for your snow season.
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7 Popular Types of Forklifts
Did you know that there are multiple different types of forklifts? Learn about the 7 most popular types of forklifts and what they are used for.
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The Forklift: Everything You Need To Know
The forklift is a lifting machine like no other. Growing our of the First World War, today the forklift is synonymous with material moving. They are seen everywhere from shipping yards and warehouses to construction sites. Learn all about the forklift.
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Choosing Between a Backhoe VS Mini Excavator
Backhoes and mini excavators are similar but very different. Because of the digging capabilities of each machine, many people struggle when choosing which one to rent for a project. Get some tips on how to choose between a backhoe and a mini ex.
The Versatility of the Telehandler
The telehandler is a lifting, moving and maneuvering power machine. No matter the season, from summer to winter, the telehandler can handle any job. Learn about the versatility of the telehandler.
Cranes: Everything You Need To Know
Cranes have been around for over 2000 years. One of the f equipment that hasn’t really changed since it’s invention, the crane is a mighty machine which can take credit for all the amazing buildings we build today. Allowing us to touch the skies and build to new heights, the crane is a pretty awesome piece of equipment.
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The Truck: Everything You Need To Know
Trucks of all sizes and capacities are beneficial on construction sites. From moving materials to transporting employees, trucks have many uses on site. Learn everything about trucks, including popular models and the history of the truck, here.
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The Tractor: Everything You Need To Know
The tractor was a great invention that revolutionized farming in many ways. From safe operations to the history of the tractor, learn everything you need to know about the tractor here.
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The Rock Truck: Everything You Need To Know About the Articulated Dump Truck
The rock truck is also known as the articulated dump truck (ADT). A rock truck is a powerful machine that is often used to haul super heavy materials and debris around a site. Learn everything you could want to know about the rock truck here.
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The Excavator: Everything You Need To Know
Excavators are one of the most well-known construction equipment. Their long arms and digging buckets are easily recognizable. But there are many different kinds of excavators, they have different attachments and come in all different sizes. Learn everything you could want to know about the excavator here.
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The Backhoe: Everything You Need To Know
Often referred to as the swiss army knife of heavy equipment, the backhoe is great for excavation and digging projects of all sizes – one end to dig up dirt and the other end to move it around. Learn everything about the backhoe here.
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The Boom Lift: Everything You Need To Know
Reach new heights with a boom lift! Did you know that the longest-reaching boom lift has a height capacity of 185 feet? Learn everything you need to know about the boom lift here!
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The Scissor Lift: Everything You Need To Know
Scissor lifts are better suited for certain jobs over boom lifts or any other type of aerial platform. A lightweight and easy-to-move equipment, scissor lifts are ideal for indoor projects, more so if the project only requires up-and-down mobility. Learn more about the scissor lift here!
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The Material Handler: Everything You Need To Know
Everything you need to know about the Lull. Fun facts, the history of JLG, Lull FAQ’s, and more are all explained.
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The Dozer: Everything You Need To Know
Bulldozers are popular pieces of equipment for road building, clearing a worksite of rubble and debris. Dozers are also great for other forms of heavy-duty maintenance like snow plowing and tearing up asphalt. Learn all about the dozer here!
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The Telehandler: Everything You Need To Know
The telehandler is growing in popularity as it becomes known for its versatility, power, and functionality. Everything you need to know about the telehandler is explained.
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The Skid Steer: Everything You Need To Know
The skid steer is powerful piece of heavy equipment capable of lifting, digging, moving, and clearing. From the history of the machine to FAQ’s, learn everything you need to know about the skid steer here.
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The Mini Excavator: Everything You Need To Know
The mini excavator is a small and mighty type of heavy equipment. From the history of the machine to FAQ’s, learn everything you need to know about the mini excavator here.
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4 Types of Snow Removal Equipment You Need To Know About
There are 4 key types of snow removal equipment that you need to know about. Put efficiency first this winter season and choose the best snow removal equipment for your job.
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Tracked VS Wheeled Excavators: 6 Considerations
While wheeled excavators are becoming more popular, it is still important to choose your equipment based on the nature of a project and what the equipment needs to do. Here are 6 things to consider when choosing between a tracked and wheeled excavator.
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Wheeled Excavator: The Secret Weapon for Urban Construction
The wheeled excavator is a powerful, road friendly and cheaper to maintain than a tracked excavator. They are growing in recognition for their multi-use capabilities an efficiency as a piece of heavy equipment. AS projects in urban areas become more popular, the wheeled excavator will too. The fact that it’s also called a “Rubber Duck” is just a bonus.
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8 Reasons to Rent Equipment
Deciding to buy a piece of heavy equipment is a big decision. If you are debating between renting and purchasing equipment, DOZR has 8 reasons why renting might be better for you.
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