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  2. Articles by: Richard Ries

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Richard Ries has been writing for the construction industry since 1995, following a career in sales. He uses his full skill set to translate technical topics into features and benefits that can be understood and evaluated by an audience of contractors, equipment operators, property managers, homeowners and others. Much of his writing covers hydraulics, electronics, engines and other systems, but he also explains such diverse topics as succession planning, workforce development and workplace mental health issues. He began his writing career in 1985 writing about motorcycles, followed by writing for the bicycle industry.

Articles by Richard Ries

Attachments bobcat-drop-hammer attachment on a compact track loader
The Advantages of Drop Hammer Attachments for Efficient Demolition

“The drop hammer is, in my opinion, very much underappreciated.” So says Travis Kidder, product manager, Bobcat attachments. It&...

May 20, 2025
OEM Systems JCB-electric-mini-excavator
Trick-Down Tech: The Impressive Automation, Analytics and Operational Systems Migrating to Smaller Machines

It takes money to develop technology, and those R&D costs are better applied to large equipment that costs more. Eventually the R&D ...

April 23, 2025
Mini Excavators JCB mini excavator being worked on, track maintenance mechanic
How Protecting a Mini Excavator’s Residual Value Enhances Profitability When Reselling

Making Money with Mini Excavator Upkeep Residual value can be overlooked when calculating life-cycle owning and operating costs for compact ...

April 16, 2025
Compact Tool Carriers bobcat-mt120-mini-track-loader lifting into the back of a truck
Let’s Examine Bobcat’s Just Announced MT120 Stand-On Mini Track Loader

Bobcat Co. just dropped news that it’s growing its mini track loader lineup. The MT120 will soon be Bobcat’s most powerful model...

April 3, 2025
Backhoes JCB ICXT compact backhoe loader on tracks digging ditch
The Vanishing Act of Compact Backhoe Loaders: Where Did They Go and What’s Left?

Compact backhoe loaders — those units below 14 ft of maximum digging depth — used to be quite popular. Ten years ago, Kubota off...

February 11, 2025
Wheel Loaders New Holland ML35T compact wheel loader with telescoping boom working in a dirt pile
How to Choose a Compact Wheel Loader with a Telescoping Boom

Compact wheel loaders are appealing for their small footprint, which combined with excellent maneuverability, makes them suitable for confin...

November 11, 2024
Compact Tool Carriers Kubota SCL1000 mini skid steer with pallet forks
How to Choose a Mini Skid Steer in 2024

Mini skid steers may well be the most versatile single category of equipment in the construction market. True, their capacities are small co...

September 25, 2024
Aerial Lifts JLG X660SJ compact crawler boom narrow stowed working on a street
What Are Spider Lifts or Compact Crawl Booms? How Do You Pick One?

Life would be much simpler if tasks were always performed at ground level, but they’re not. A whole lot of what we do is above the gro...

September 11, 2024
Attachments Trimble EarthWorks Go on a compact track loader
How Machine Control Systems for Compact Track Loaders Can Elevate Earthworks

Machine control for grading is among the categories of technology proliferating in the compact equipment world. The good news? Customers are...

July 18, 2024
Compaction BOMAG BW120ADe Light Tandem Roller
How to Buy a Battery-Electric, Twin-Drum Vibratory Compactor + Brand Summaries

Battery electric is a good choice for compact compaction, which includes twin-drum vibratory compactors used in asphalt. We’ll explore...

July 11, 2024
Attachments FAE cold planer
How to Pick the Right Cold Planer Attachment for a Skid Steer or Compact Track Loader

Cold planers are hard core attachments for skid steer and compact track loaders. These implements eat up concrete and asphalt, removing road...

June 5, 2024
Attachments Loftness Stump Ax
Stumped? Everything You Need to Know about Stump Removal Attachments

There are many types of stump removal tools and procedures. Some are suitable for property owners but not contractors, like those walk-behin...

May 20, 2024
Tractors Ignite 3PT rotary cutter
Mow Right: Rotary? Finish? Mid-Mount? Choose the Right Mower for Your Utility Tractor

Mowers are one of the two most popular attachments for utility tractors up to 60 PTO horsepower (the other being front loader buckets). You ...

April 18, 2024
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