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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

Tractors Kubota B2601 tractor with mower attachment
It’s Mow Time: Here are Three Tips for Buying, Maintaining and Operating Mid-Mount or Rear-Mount Mowers

Tip #1: Find the Right Mower If you’re looking for a landscaping mower attachment for a compact utility tractor, two main options incl...

October 4, 2021
Utility Vehicles John Deere HPX 615E UTV
UTV Insights: Six Manufacturers Give Advice and Share a Popular Unit

John Deere Maureen McCormack, Go-To-Market Manager for Gator Utility Vehicles Advice: The versality of a UTV is its greatest value. It is th...

September 30, 2021
Industry Events
Five Must-See Booths to Visit at The Utility Expo Next Week

Heading to The Utility Expo in Louisville next week? Be sure to check out these five booths! Vermeer — Booth #K225 Vermeer will be sho...

September 23, 2021
Wheel Loaders Takeuchi wheel loader
Cost Cutters: Compact Wheel Loaders Help Operators Save on Fuel and Tires

Compact wheel loaders have a great reputation among operators working in a variety of applications — from landscaping and general cons...

September 13, 2021
Trenchers Ditch Witch microtrencher
Tiny Trenches: Microtrenching Lends a Cost-Effective Hand in Utility Installations

Over the past 18 months, we’ve learned just how important our fiber networks are so we can stay connected. Whether it’s for remo...

August 27, 2021
Skid Steers
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This year marks the first time commercial fleets are eligible for the award, and utility pros can learn even more about fleet management at ...

June 28, 2021
Telehandlers JLG telehandler
Reaching Your Potential: Training Insights and Operation Tips for Compact Telehandlers

Need to move materials up high in a tight space? Bring on a compact telehandler. This small, nimble machine can load, lift and place materia...

June 2, 2021
Backhoes
Two-for-One Special: Backhoe Loaders Provide Renters with Double the Productivity in a Single Machine

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

May 27, 2021
Compact Tool Carriers Ditch Witch compact tool carrier
Large and In Charge: Let’s Take a Look at the Biggest Compact Tool Carriers Conquering Today’s Jobsites

Compact tool carrier. Stand-on skid steer. Compact utility loader. Mini skid steer. Whatever you call this piece of equipment, there’s...

May 20, 2021
Compact Track Loaders ASV track loader
Tracks Talk: Let’s Discuss Track Options and Upkeep for Your CTL

Spring is the perfect time for compact track loaders to show off their skills. Seasonal weather causes slick jobsites that require the tract...

May 3, 2021
Utility Vehicles Polaris
Outfit Your UTV with the Right Tools and Accessories to Make the Ultimate Workhorse

Utility vehicles (or UTVs for short) are a whole lotta fun, but they can also work hard. These small, capable vehicles are packed with enoug...

April 27, 2021
MEWP (Mobile Elevating Work Platform) Snorkel boom lift
Going Up: Reach Higher with an Easy-to-Use Towable Boom Lift

When your project calls for a lot of height — say window washing, tree trimming or even hanging some holiday lights — a towable ...

April 7, 2021
Mini Excavators Doosan mini excavator
Tips for Renting the Right Mini Ex: Top Manufacturers Offer Advice

Tip: Find a Reliable Rental Partner Aaron Kleingartner, dealer and product marketing manager, Doosan Infracore North America LLC If a custom...

March 30, 2021
Attachments Digga trencher attachment
Trenchers for Mini Excavators: Swap the Popular Bucket and Get Digging with a Trencher Attachment

Trencher attachments are the perfect tools for operators who need to slice through the dirt with precision and ease. They help everyone from...

March 25, 2021