Heavy Equipment Buying Guides

A spreader truck is simply a snow plow truck that can spread salt, sand and chemicals that melt ice wherever snow and ice management is needed. It may seem fairly simple, but contractors have used spreader trucks to prepare roads and other surfaces for a very long time, and snow and ice management has only grown more sophisticated as the technology advances. Fortunately, by the end of this guide you will know if you need a tailgate spreader or a hopper spreader – and what to fill it with!

Skid steer loaders and tractors are the two preferred types commercial snow removal equipment when it comes to plowing deep snow off roads, fields and various worksites. Since both skid steers and tractors have enough speed and traction to operate in the snow, and since they are so commonly found on construction and agricultural sites anyway, it only makes sense to use them as heavy duty snow removal equipment. However, there are many different snow removal attachments and other options to choose from, so follow this guide to find the best snow removal equipment for your business.

Grinders and shredders are often used interchangeably when talking about heavy equipment, but the two designs are totally different in practice. Since buying a grinder when a shredder is needed (or vice versa) is a mistake that can set your business back thousands of dollars, it’s important to know what kind of heavy duty tasks each is designed for. With this in mind, let’s take a look at the different types of shredders and grinders as well as their general applications so you’ll know which one to select.

Skid Steers, otherwise known as a "skid steer loader" or "skid loader", are compact vehicles with powerful lifting arms that can be outfitted to perform everything from landscaping jobs to demolition work. But there are a lot of specifications and details to consider before making a purchase. From size to lift path to hydraulics system to attachment considerations, our skid steer buying guide will provide the details you need to know before committing on the perfect skid steer.

Backhoe loaders are extremely versatile agricultural, industrial and residential workplace machines that can accomplish a lot on their own, such as digging, trenching, loading and material handling, but you still have to know how to choose the right backhoe loader if you want to get very far out on the field. From size to cost-efficiency considerations to must-have attachments and other special features, this buyer’s guide will give you all of the insider’s information you need to make sure you’re renting or purchasing the perfect backhoe loader for the job at hand.