Differences between original, OEM and remanufactured parts
Differences between original, OEM and remanufactured parts
When the useful lifetime of some worn components in equipment ends and replacements or repairs are required, it is common for the workshop to ask if you want the original, OEM, remanufactured, or reconditioned parts. The choice can be complicated if you don’t know what they’re talking about, and if you want a satisfactory long-term […]
Caterpillar performance handbook the best documentation for machine owners
Caterpillar performance handbook the best documentation for machine owners
The performance handbook issued by the Caterpillar Company has been one of the most important sources of information for owners of CAT machinery for more than 40 years and after more than 45 constant issuances of documentation. In each issue of the performance handbook, technical information is gathered on the vehicles recently manufactured by the […]
How to avoid these types of machinery scams abroad
How to avoid these types of machinery scams abroad
The acquisition of used machinery is usually an excellent decision as long as the purchase is based on an affordable price, documentation in order, collation of data, and carrying out the pertinent revisions to the equipment, thus ensuring total integrity in components. The case that we will show in this post is that of an […]
Comparison of rental income between equipment of different years of manufacture
Comparison of rental income between equipment of different years of manufacture
The rent of machinery can allow yields higher than 33% per year, however, this figure will not be applicable in all cases. Two 20-ton excavators of different series and years of manufacture but of the same brand are analyzed to contrast the income received by each of them after putting them up for rent to […]
The rent of machinery, an option in the face of inactivity and the financial disaster
The rent of machinery, an option in the face of inactivity and the financial disaster
In a previous post, we analyzed the case of a Mexican company that acquired an excavator through non-specialized machinery purchase platforms in the Asian market, and that resulted in a scam that is often called model replacement. The model replacement scam usually occurs especially in the international market with unreliable and disreputable suppliers after the […]
Zero tail-swing, reduced tailswing, and conventional tailswing excavators- Advantages
Zero tail-swing, reduced tailswing, and conventional tailswing excavators- Advantages
Medium and large-size excavator models have different configurations, including equipment with a reduced tail turning radius, zero and conventional. The main differences in structural design between each of the configurations are: Conventional tailswing: The structure at your rear where the counterweight is located extends multiple inches beyond the tracks. Reduced tailswing: During the […]
Double roller advantages and disadvantages
Double roller advantages and disadvantages
Asphalt projects often employ a combination of Double drum roller compactors and pneumatic-only machines. Machines with two vibrating drums usually provide the brute force of compaction on the hot and moldable asphalt layer. Pneumatic Tyred Rollers that use only tires contribute to the final finish of the last layer by improving its density, reducing voids, […]
Pros and cons of an excavator with tires
Pros and cons of an excavator with tires
Excavators on tires have a significant acceptance in the European and Asian market, especially when working in urbanized areas whose works require digging power and proper handling of surface damage. In the Latin American machinery market, excavators on tires are gaining popularity in landscaping work and even in conventional jobs due to the operating, maintenance, […]
4 Tips to prevent faults in engine connecting rods
4 Tips to prevent faults in engine connecting rods
Engine connecting rods are one of the most unmanageable parts when working on repairs inside an engine. Its function is the direction of the pressure force of the gases in the pistons towards the crankshaft. Failures in these engine components often lead to expensive and time-consuming repairs, so we will suggest 4 tips to prevent […]
Increase your reputation in the machinery market
Increase your reputation in the machinery market
The implementation of strategies that promote the reputation of your company or business in a growing industry of rental and sale of machinery is vital to stay current in the market. The quality experiences received by your customers are a door to loyalty and recurrence. Follow these 7 tips to increase your reputation and quality […]
The importance of fluids in heavy machinery
The importance of fluids in heavy machinery
The level of fluids in the machinery, their pureness, and other variables are directly involved in the correct performance and performance of the equipment in the job area. Engine oil and hydraulic fluid provide owners with valuable information on the overall condition of the equipment. Engine oil: This is a critical element in any machine, […]
How to prevent water contamination in the fuel
How to prevent water contamination in the fuel
Contamination by water in the fuel is one of the most common problems that affect the engine, causing premature wear on components, corrosion, loss of power when operating, reduction of an equipment lifetime, etc. Especially in machinery that runs on diesel. Diesel, like other fuels, contains particles of water in suspension, however, unlike gasoline, its […]
How much do you earn by renting an excavator?
How much do you earn by renting an excavator?
Excavators are one of the most widely used vehicles in the construction industry. Also, they have purposes in other areas such as mining, agriculture, landscaping, etc. Due to this, multiple owners dedicated to the sale and rental of heavy equipment have this type of vehicle almost by default. In North America, there is a growing […]
Engine failures from fuel contamination with water
Engine failures from fuel contamination with water
Water contamination is a natural enemy for diesel engines commonly used in machinery as they generally reduce equipment profitability and maximize engine and component failure. The warning signs for contamination by water in the diesel engine that you can identify in your equipment will be: -Presence of impurities in the fuel tank. The “mud” is […]
5 practical tips to maintain the undercarriage of your machinery
5 practical tips to maintain the undercarriage of your machinery
Machinery undercarriage typically adds up to 30% of a vehicle’s total value, is made up of multiple parts that can be damaged relatively easily, affecting the useful lifetime and costly repairs that often add to downtime. Follow these tips to promote the integrity of the undercarriage of your crawler equipment: 1.- Cleaning the undercarriage Accumulation […]
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