Throughout the year, Equipment Journal regularly publishes articles to help contractors, technicians and equipment dealers learn more about their trade.
Here are the five articles that generated the most attention online:
5. Factory-fitted demolition excavators

Tony den Hoed, Director of Strategic Accounts — Demolition, Volvo Construction Equipment, outlines the benefits of selecting a factory-fitted demolition excavator.
First things first: den Hoed always encourage keeping a machine’s total cost of ownership (TCO) at the front of your mind as you shop, and aftermarket versus factory-fitted decisions contribute to almost every aspect of that calculation.
4. Maintaining ADTs in subzero temperatures

Int his article from January, Scottish articulated hauler manufacturer Rokbak addresses the unique challenges posed by winter weather conditions, and shares 10 tips to ensure your trucks perform optimally in harsh, cold-weather environments.
3. Data to optimize maintenance

In July, Christophe Lebon, Manager, Aftermarket Projects for John Deere Power Systems, outlined how advancements in data collection and telematics are reshaping off-highway equipment maintenance.
Manufacturers are leveraging telematics solutions to drive efficiency and reduce downtime through proactive maintenance.
2. Compact equipment productivity
In this article, Jonathan Gardner, Product Manager, Construction Equipment, Kubota Canada, outlines five tips to maximize productivity with compact equipment.
Compact equipment has gained popularity in recent years due to its multi-functionality, ease of maintenance and ability to get almost any job done. However, even seasoned operators should not take these versatile and powerful machines for granted.
When planning projects, it’s important that business owners and equipment operators take the necessary steps to ensure they’re getting the most out of their compact equipment and setting themselves up for a successful and profitable season.
1. PPE for heavy equipment operators

Our most popular tips article of the year outlined best practices for PPE for operators.
Nick Warrick, Owner of All Seasons Uniforms explains working in or around heavy equipment comes with many risks.
While there’s no way to eliminate the hazards of the job entirely, managers and others in leadership positions can significantly mitigate risks by using the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
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