Optimising your Relationship With Heavy Construction Equipment
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A homeowner may actually opt for a small crane rental when doing any renovation or remodeling work on their home in order to safely lift certain materials to upper levels and allow for easier construction of a second or third story. If you need to hire a crane for your work for the first time, you may not realize the many accessories that are often available and which can make that work easier on you overall, beyond a standard bucket or claws.…
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Overhead cranes are used to lift, move, and lower extremely heavy or bulky construction materials and equipment on a construction site. When installed and used correctly, overhead cranes make operations easier and safer. However, overhead crane accidents can lead to fatalities and injuries, or even death. Preventing these disasters requires the operators and other workers to recognize certain hazards that can occur during operation.
Electrical hazards
One of the hazards associated with overhead cranes is contact with power lines.…
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Heavy vehicles are driven more than 1 billion kilometres in Southern Australia annually and are involved in 15 percent of fatal accidents and 7 percent of serious accidents each year. This is why getting proper training prior to licensing is very important if you want to operate a heavy vehicle (vehicles whose gross vehicle mass (GMV) exceeds 4.5 tonnes). Training can be done by any accredited trainer in your region. These are some frequently asked questions you should know as you prepare for your licensing assessment.…
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If you have decided that your business needs some trucks or heavy equipment, you have two choices: you can purchase the items outright or rent them. There are pros and cons to each of these options, which can make it difficult to determine which option is best for you.
To make a decision that is viable for your business, be sure to consider the following factors.
Long Term vs. Short Term Costs…
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If you want to build your new home in place of an old structure, you will need to undertake a demolition project. You can choose complete or partial demolition, depending on your worksite requirements. Partial work is ideal for major refurbishment tasks such as building extensions or changing the floor plans. Complete demolition is ideal for buildings that are old or have been declared unsuitable for habitation. When planning for any type of demolition project, there are some preparation aspects that you must assess to promote worksite efficiency and safety.…
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Do you own a marina that needs to be dredged regularly to keep it deep enough for vessels to dock safely? Are you wondering whether you should use mechanical dredging or a hydraulic dredging to deepen the entrance to that marina? Read on and discover some important information about those two dredging methods. Use this information to make an informed decision about the most appropriate method before you rent a barge for that project.…
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The cylinder is one of the most important parts of your hydraulic system, and in order for your system to function properly you need to make sure that the cylinder functions properly. Regular examinations are required by any type of hydraulic system in order for you to find out if something is wrong with your system, and the cylinder should be one of the parts that you make sure to examine.…
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Every landscape contractor wants earthmoving machinery for their heavy-duty projects. From lifting, to digging to transporting heavy loads, these pieces of equipment can do it all. To reduce downtime, it’s important to service and maintain your earthmoving equipment. The last thing you want on a site is a faulty machinery. Poor maintenance will reduce the lifespan of equipment, cause frequent breakdowns and routine costly repairs. Additionally, personnel may also suffer injuries or even death often resulting from non-maintained machinery.…
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Mini excavators may be popular among DIY enthusiasts because of their versatility and ease of operation. Pay attention to the following factors in case you would like to rent a mini excavator for a home improvement project, such as improving the drainage on your property.
The Type of Tracks
You can choose the kind of tracks that a mini excavator should have when you go to the equipment hire company. Some mini excavators have metal tracks.…
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Many homeowners rent ladders when they would like to perform a home improvement project, such as repainting the interior walls. Such homeowners may not be aware of the basic safety tips that they need to implement in order to avoid getting involved in an accident while using hire access equipment. This article discusses some safety tips that will help you to avoid most ladder accidents.
Pick the Right Ladders
Pay attention to the materials from which the ladders are made before you pick the ones that you want to hire.…
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