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Prevent Irrigation System Damage This Winter

The irrigation system that provides your lawn, nursery, or crops with life-sustaining water throughout the growing season is susceptible to significant winter damage if all the water isn’t removed from the complex network of under- and above-ground pipes and hoses before temperatures fall below freezing. And, contrary to popular belief,… Read More

Performance and Reliability: Cat® Introduces New EPA Certified Gas Fueled Gensets

Cat® is a leader in the power generation market and offers fast-response generator sets that deliver unrivaled reliability, performance, and cost effectiveness to end users. With the introduction of their models G3512 and G3520 EPA Certified gas fueled gensets, Cat has combined the capability to operate in emergency standby… Read More

Cat® Self-Service Options

We understand that sometimes it just makes sense to handle your own maintenance and perform your own repairs. For those that prefer to DIY, it is now easier than ever to find the right parts to fit your Cat equipment. Caterpillar® offers a broad range of self-service options for commonly… Read More

Loan or Lease: Financing Options for Your Next Construction Equipment Investment

When you need construction equipment for your job site, what is the best way to pay for it? You could buy the equipment outright, but this option might not fit your cashflow or financial priorities. Many equipment retailers offer loan or lease options, and the one that is right for… Read More

Choosing the Right Excavator for Your Job

You’ve secured a new job thanks to a successful bid, and now it’s time to ensure that you have the right equipment for the task. Excavators are one of the most common pieces of heavy construction machinery that your company may need for project success. With countless options available, picking… Read More

Increase Machine Life with Undercarriage Maintenance

The undercarriage on your track-type machine supports tremendous weight and helps operators work in difficult terrain. As an essential and hard-working component of your machines, the undercarriage is a primary place to see wear and damage from extended use. It also affects your machine’s value and operating costs. Typically, the… Read More

How Cab Technology Maximizes Productivity

Timelines are tight. Projects are demanding. Your crew needs to work at the highest possible level to meet deadlines, maintain quality, and push productivity even further. Built-in technology for dozers and loaders can greatly assist construction teams in many different situations and conditions. Through features that handle power management,… Read More

10 FACTORS THAT IMPACT EQUIPMENT COST & VALUE

Managing the heavy equipment fleet for any municipality can be a rewarding job. But there are challenges too, particularly if your agency is under pressure to buy based solely on initial purchase price. You work with the iron every day, so you know the low-bid option isn’t necessarily the best… Read More

Increase Revenue through Machine Fluid Analysis

Just as blood circulates oxygen throughout the body, fluids are essential to the function of your machines. Through Cat®-approved fluid analysis, you can learn what maintenance is needed to avoid costly repairs and downtime. Only a few labs are recognized and certified by Caterpillar to provide this service in… Read More

How to Promote Safety in Excavation and Prevent Trench Hazards

Statistics from the Bureau of Labor show that an average of 25 workers are tragically killed in trench-related accidents each year, with cave-ins being responsible for 75% of these unfortunate, but preventable deaths. Additionally, trench collapses cause hundreds of worker injuries each year, all equally preventable. With Carter Rental’s full… Read More