Helpful Tips to Safely Drive a Heavy Vehicle

21 December 2015
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If you are responsible for driving a large truck or piece of heavy equipment, it is essential to do so safely. Prior to getting behind the wheel, be sure to acquire heavy vehicle licences. Once you have this, there are a few additional tips to consider. Create a Space Cushion on the Road Any professional driver who practices safe driving habits will constantly monitor their 'space cushion'. This is the amount of space around the truck. Read More

What to Know Before Installing a Soakwell

13 October 2015
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One of the important structural considerations when designing a new home is the diversion of water away from the property. Installing a soakwell is the best way to ensure that your property will not be damaged by floods, soil erosion and storm water runoff during the rainy season. They also prevent runoff water from your property from flowing into neighboring houses. Soakwells are installed beneath the ground and can be made from different materials and in different capacities. Read More

Quick Factors to Consider When Deciding on a Forklift for Hire

2 September 2015
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Hiring a forklift can mean having the equipment you need for special deliveries to your warehouse or other facility without having to maintain and store a forklift that is not used on a regular basis. Hiring a forklift is not as easy as you might assume, simply because there are so many different options from which to choose. While the company that rents the forklift can help you make the right choice, note a few factors to consider so you know what to expect by way of those choices. Read More

Things To Consider Before You Hire An Excavator

2 July 2015
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If you're starting a construction business in which you will need an excavator, but you don't have the budget to buy your own, you will need to contract with an excavators hire company. To help you understand some of the factors that go into this rental, here are important things to consider before you make your final decision: Insurance Like cranes, excavators are pieces of heavy machinery that can cause property damage and injury if not used in the proper manner. Read More

How Excavator Operators Can Prolong the Lifespan of the Undercarriage

11 June 2015
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The undercarriage of an excavator includes components like the drive chain and pads, sprockets as well as the idlers. These moving parts can quickly wear out if care is not taken to prolong their lifespan. This article discusses what excavator operators can do to limit the rate of wear on the undercarriage parts. Use this information to get the best trainers for your operators so that your earthmoving equipment lasts for a long time. Read More

Building up Australia

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Building bridges is like playing with my toy trucks, only on a huge scale. I love the thought that the bridges I build will be used by people for the next 100 years. Bridges connect communities together and help keep us closer to the rest of the country. It's a job I can feel really proud of doing. Not many people think about the work that goes into building roads and bridges, so I started this website to explain about the construction work that I do and the construction equipment that we use. It's a resource for people of all ages who like to look at big trucks!