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  2. Articles by: Amy Materson

Author Archives for Amy Materson

Amy Materson has written about the construction industry for more than 15 years, covering everything from products to personal stories. She is based in the southeast, but will travel almost anywhere for an interesting interview or a great music festival. Her work has been featured in business journals, corporate publications, newspapers, and business-to-business magazines. She’d love to hear from you at amaterson@gmail.com.

Articles by Amy Materson

Business and Software
Op-Ed: Infrastructure Builds Our Communities

Happy Labor Day! As you take a well-deserved break from a very difficult economic year, take a few moments today and give thanks for those b...

September 7, 2020
Business and Software
Tips to Make the Right Equipment End-of-Life Decision

Even with the most proactive maintenance and careful, attentive operation, no tree care or landscaping equipment will last forever. Operatio...

August 31, 2020
Business and Software
11 Construction Myths: Teaching the Truth About  Construction 

Why aren’t young people interested in construction? Unfortunately, many people have antiquated perceptions about construction work and...

August 27, 2020
Attachments thumb attachment on a compact excavator
Let’s Learn about Thumb Attachments for Excavators: An Appendage of Power

Mini excavators are powerful and versatile machines, and they fuel your productivity. Attachments play an important role in how well your ex...

August 27, 2020
Compact Tool Carriers
Optimize Your Mini Skid Steer Performance with Daily, Weekly and Monthly Track Inspections and Maintenance

On machines like mini skid steers, operators have found that sustaining traction, minimizing ground pressure and compaction and providing hi...

August 25, 2020
Business and Software
Six Ways to Improve Equipment Safety

When working with large equipment, workers face some significant risks — like electrocution and “struck-by” incidents. Poo...

August 10, 2020
Features
Tips for Renting Equipment During COVID-19

This article is compiled by Equipment Trader. For months, our nation has grappled with the coronavirus pandemic. The necessary precautions t...

July 28, 2020
Trucks
NTEA Discusses Pickup Box Removal Considerations

Each year, pickup box removal occurs on tens of thousands of new pickup trucks when the OEM pickup box is removed and replaced with a vocati...

July 21, 2020
Compact Track Loaders
Contractor Profile: South Carolina Bushhogging Business Delivers Park-Like Finishes with ASV Track Loader

In 2001, Walter Oliver purchased a piece of property near Beaufort, South Carolina, that required heavy underbrush removal and maintenance. ...

July 20, 2020
Aerial Lifts JLG app
Maintenance High Points: Electric Scissor Lifts Require Routine Service to Enhance Safety and Performance

Widely used in commercial construction, electric scissor lifts are ideal for working at height on projects requiring plumbing, hanging drywa...

July 16, 2020
Mini Excavators
Compact Wheeled Excavators vs. Backhoes: Four Factors to Consider

Let’s talk about compact wheeled excavators versus backhoes. Many backhoe customers opt for that machine because of its mobility and h...

July 13, 2020
Generators towable diesel generators
Portable Power? Let’s Learn How to Rent a Towable Generator

Generator rental is common on most any jobsite, although the reasons for seeking the power provided by this equipment vary. In some instance...

July 10, 2020
Skid Steers
Paving the Way: Ford Asphalt Company Expands Fleet with Next Generation of CASE Skid Steers

Ford Asphalt Company has provided commercial asphalt and concrete paving services to the St. Louis Metro area since the company was founded ...

July 7, 2020
Features
When Should You Repair, Rebuild or Replace Equipment?

Equipment costs are a significant expense for every construction company. And despite the strength and durability of heavy construction equi...

July 2, 2020
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