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Pam Kleineke has been with Benjamin Media for 18 years, covering everything from construction equipment to wind and solar power to the crews that install utilities underground. She has a bachelor’s degree in English and a minor in News from the University of Akron. Reach her at pkleineke@benjaminmedia.com.

Articles by Pam Kleineke

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Grade-A Advice: Three Grade Control Experts Share Their Thoughts on Everything from Buying to Maintaining a System

John Boss, Product Manager for Compact Machine Solutions in Trimble’s Civil Engineering and Construction Division Purchase Pointer: It...

November 5, 2018
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Pass the Salt: Pair a Salt Spreader with a UTV and Keep Working in the Winter

Utility vehicles (or UTVs for short) have become a popular choice among contractors, landscapers and homeowners to move people, tools and ma...

November 1, 2018
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What’s New? We Catch Up with Manufacturers on the Latest Models in the Compact Tractor Market

Whether you’re a farmer, large land owner or even a contractor, you can benefit from the power and versatility of a compact utility tr...

October 22, 2018
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Winter Wheel Loaders: Transform Your Machine for Snow Removal with the Right Prep and Attachments

Compact wheel loaders are making waves here in North America. Thanks to their size, comfort, maneuverability and safety, these machines are ...

September 26, 2018
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Operation Kubota: Learn What Makes the New RTV-X1120 the Perfect Utility-Focused Vehicle

SPECS: Engine Horsepower: 24.8 hp Type of Engine: Diesel Max. Travel Speed: 29 mph Payload Capacity: 1,102 lbs Towing Capacity: 1,300 lbs Ut...

June 14, 2018
Compact Tractors
Attached to Productivity: Different Implements Allow Compact Tractors to Take On Any To-Do List

Armed with the right attachment, compact utility tractors can tackle any project. Whether you’re a farmer, large land owner or even a ...

May 23, 2018
Business and Software
The Future of Parts: 3D Printing Offers Manufacturers the Opportunity to Strengthen Aftermarket Support, Develop New Products

Manufacturers are always looking for ways to improve their products and serve their customers better. It can include anything from adding ne...

May 15, 2018
Utility Vehicles
On a Roll: Classic UTV Manufacturers Discuss Their Tried-and-True Lineups

When thinking of utility vehicles (or UTVs for short), it’s easy to picture weekend warriors zipping around to their next adventure. H...

April 9, 2018
Attachments
Buckets O’ Options: Taking a Look at Different Bucket Styles for Skid Steers and Compact Track Loaders

Buckets. They may seem like the most common, mundane attachment for a skid steer or compact track loader — like they’re a one-si...

March 21, 2018
Compressors
On Air: Check Out What’s New in the Air Compressor Market

It’s amazing what air compressors can do on a job. Whether it’s a demolition contractor breaking concrete with a hammer or a lan...

February 21, 2018
Mini Excavators
Most Popular: Mini Excavator Manufacturers Discuss their Top Selling Models

Close your eyes. Imagine you’re back in high school flipping through the yearbook and you get to the class superlatives. Remember thos...

February 8, 2018
Trenchers
Microtrenching Options: Learn About These Low-Impact, Cost-Effective Utility Installation Solutions

We’re living in a time where we always want more. More data! Faster networks! We can’t just watch one episode. We have to binge ...

February 6, 2018
Industry Events
Editor at Large: We Head to Dozer Day Where Kids Get the Chance to Operate Equipment

Kids and construction. The love affair begins as soon as little ones are just tall enough to peek out the car window and see a mighty excava...

July 27, 2017
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Ready to Rent: Backhoe Loaders Make a Great Rental Option for Contractors

Acting as the perfect blend of excavator and wheel loader in one machine, the backhoe loader has made a name for itself among utility contra...

January 4, 2017