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Clearing Land with a Cat® D9: Tips & Advice

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How to Clear Land With a Cat D9: Tips, Attachments & Costs

Learn how to clear land with a Cat D9, including site preparation, attachments, tree and stump removal, grading, safety, operating costs, and used D9 buying tips.

April 7, 2023

Quick Guide: Selecting the Right Backhoe Attachment

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Backhoe Attachments: How to Choose the Right Attachment for Your Job

Explore backhoe attachments including buckets, augers, hammers, thumbs, grapples and rippers. Learn how to choose the right attachment for your machine and job.

April 11, 2023

Articulated Trucks: Types, Uses, and Benefits

Insight - 8 min read

Articulated Dump Trucks: Types, Uses, Benefits & Buying Guide

Learn what articulated dump trucks are, how they work, where they're used, ADT vs. rigid trucks, key specifications, operating costs and used buying tips.

April 18, 2023

Quick Guide: Getting the Most Out of Paver Tech

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Asphalt Paver Technology: How Modern Paving Equipment Improves Productivity

Learn how asphalt paver technology, machine control, sensors, automation and thermal monitoring can improve paving accuracy, quality and productivity.

April 25, 2023

Quick Guide: Benefits of Haul Trucks for Mining and Quarry Operations

Insight - 8 min read

Haul Trucks for Mining and Quarry Operations: Benefits, Types & Buying Tips

Learn how haul trucks improve mining and quarry productivity, including payload, cycle efficiency, operating costs, rigid vs. articulated trucks, and used equipment tips.

April 26, 2023

A tractor machine image.

Insight - 8 min read

Buying a Used Tractor: Complete Inspection & Buying Guide

Learn how to buy a used tractor with confidence. Discover what to inspect, how to evaluate hours and maintenance, check attachments, and avoid costly mistakes.

April 27, 2023

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