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High Demand for Small Dozers and Excavators
We Currently need small dozers and excavators. In excavators the buyers want machines under 8'6" wide to fit on a twenty ton trailer. Up...
Gary Parker
Sep 8, 20221 min read
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Engine Coolant Checks
I hope everyone is doing well. It would be a good time to setup a coolant check process for the winter. This can be done by your...
Gary Parker
Sep 5, 20221 min read
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Emergency Action Plans
A list of items that should be included. Emergency escape procedures and emergency escape route assignments. Procedures to be followed by...
Gary Parker
Aug 21, 20221 min read
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How to Store Hydraulic Hammers
This week’s reminders from Twin Rivers: -Storing attachments appropriately will lengthen the life of these expensive items. Many Twin...
Gary Parker
Aug 16, 20221 min read
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Hydraulic Hammer Checks
Now is the time to check your hydraulic hammer for bushing wear. Operating a hammer with worn bushings can cause piston failure which is...
Gary Parker
Jun 22, 20221 min read
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Excavator, Dozer and Loader Checks
Good afternoon. It is a good time to have your operators check your equipment for low fluids and wear. Wear includes bushings, teeth and...
Gary Parker
Jun 22, 20221 min read
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Paying For Fuel Increases
Good morning. It is time to walk around the weeds behind your shop, Look for old attachments like grapples, hydraulic hammers and...
Gary Parker
Jun 22, 20221 min read
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Spring Prep
Good morning. Now is the time to have your equipment ready to go for spring. I would check some of the following. It is cost effective to...
Gary Parker
Mar 28, 20221 min read
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Equipment Cold Weather Tips
With the current low temperatures it is important to take steps to protect your equipment. Warm the machine before operating, Check...
Gary Parker
Jan 22, 20221 min read
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Emergency Action Plans
The following emergency items are needed in your plan. Emergency escape procedures and emergency escape route assignments. Procedures to...
Gary Parker
Aug 19, 20211 min read
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Attachment Storage
Contractors that have attachments that they use once a year should consider storing them on racks that are covered for rain. The cost of...
Gary Parker
Jul 16, 20211 min read
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"change your questions change your life"
Good morning. I am currently reading this great book. The main point is most people are stuck in judger mode and would be more productive...
Gary Parker
Jul 5, 20211 min read
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Hammer Repairs
In the Northeast there are many equipment dealers that sell hydraulic hammer but very few know how to rebuild them. When you rebuild two...
Gary Parker
Jun 19, 20211 min read
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Safety Tips For Heavy Equipment Operators
1. Have Open Communication 2. Be Aware of your Surroundings 3. Watch Load Limits 4. Wear a Seat Belt 5. Watch Your Step 6. Double Check...
Gary Parker
Jun 15, 20211 min read
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Specialty Hydraulic Hammer Tools
Your hydraulic hammer can be used for many different applications. Currently you can purchase hydraulic hammer tools to drive sheeting,...
Gary Parker
Jun 14, 20211 min read
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Hidden Treasure
Good morning. When you look around the back weeds of your equipment shop you can spot old machines, attachments and buckets you can turn...
Gary Parker
Jun 10, 20211 min read
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Purchasing Used Equipment Indicators
When you buy used equipment there are a couple of indicators that can help you make a decision. First does the contractor generally have...
Gary Parker
Jun 1, 20211 min read
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Hydraulic Hammer News
Good morning. It is a good time to check your hydraulic hammer bushings. Replace lowers every 450 hours and uppers around 900 hours. This...
Gary Parker
May 28, 20211 min read
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