What are the most common causes of summer equipment breakdowns?
At Contractor’s Machinery we know that summer is the busiest season for construction, but it’s also the toughest on your heavy duty equipment. Between high temperatures, relentless exposure to the sun and the elements, and increased workload, it’s the perfect storm for machinery breakdowns. Understanding the main causes of summer equipment failures can help you […]
When to Replace Heavy Equipment on Construction Sites
Heavy equipment is the backbone of construction operations, but like all machinery, it has a finite lifespan. As we all know, heavy equipment is living longer than ever, but knowing when to make the decision to repair, rebuild, or replace your equipment can be critical for safety, efficiency, and cost management on work sites. But, […]
Keeping Heavy Machinery Operating Efficiently in Winter Months
As temperatures drop and winter weather approaches, heavy construction equipment works harder. Cold weather can affect machinery performance, reduce efficiency, and increase the risk of breakdowns. At CMI Case, we understand the importance of keeping equipment in top working condition year-round. With that in mind, here are some essential tips to keep your heavy construction […]
Preventing Hydraulic Systems Failure
Regular hydraulic system maintenance is something that gets overlooked far too often on heavy machinery. When hoses fail, they can cause serious damage to equipment, unexpected downtime and expensive repairs. Hydraulic systems deliver the power and movement your machines need to maneuver, lift and dig. Failures can be dangerous and costly. So, let’s address ways […]
Even Heavy Equipment Tracks Require Maintenance
Maintaining tracks on excavators and other heavy machinery is vital for containing costs and ensuring the longevity of construction equipment. Since new tracks can be expensive, and complex installation procedures can add to that expense, extending the life of a machine’s tracks through proper maintenance is smart business. While every tracked machine will eventually need […]
Maintaining Your Machinery in the Summer Heat
Schedule machine use outside of peak sunlight hours When possible, try to avoid using heavy machinery during peak heat hours. In most places, the summer heat typically peaks between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Operating equipment during these hours significantly increases the chances of your radiator or engine overheating. Instead, schedule heavy machinery use for […]
Getting Maximum Life & Efficiency Out of Heavy Equipment
Your investment in heavy equipment is significant, and getting the longest lifespan out of your machinery means not only long-term savings, but fewer breakdown costs and on-the-job slowdowns due to sidelined equipment. And let’s not forget the human factor; malfunctioning machinery can pose a safety risk to its operator. Typically, maintenance is cheaper than repairs, […]
State-of-the-Art Undercarriage Care
The careful monitoring and maintenance of the undercarriage of a large machine can easily make up 60% of the long-term cost of that machine. CASE takes those numbers very seriously, investing extensively in the undercarriage of its machines through its new undercarriage wear measuring program, All Makes Undercarriage Program. Using TrackCare technology, the All Makes Undercarriage […]
Planned Maintenance Extends the Life of Your Equipment
“Time simply seems to go faster as I get older!” You’ve said it a million times! We notice it when our kids are growing up, when it’s time for our yearly physical….and when it’s time to maintain our heavy equipment! It’s essential to have a Planned Maintenance Agreement (PMA) if you don’t want your equipment […]
Efficiency and Safety Remain the Top Construction Trends in 2022!
As our nation is taking its first breaths after Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, the construction industry reflects on how these strange two years have drastically affected current construction trends. Stricter safety regulations, rising supply costs (up 17% in 2021!), and continued shortage of workers has made 2022 a uniquely competitive market. Increased health and safety regulations […]