Maintenance

Sutton Report
Emissions Uncertainly Reigns
1/1/2008
Rod Sutton, Editor in Chief

Maintenance Management
Electrical Troubleshooting: Slow Down To Speed Up
Troubleshooting is a brain game — not a wrench-turning, meter-reading, parts-changing game
12/1/2007
By Dan Sullivan, Contributing Editor

Equipment Executive
When Oil Analysis Isn't Worth Analyzing
Skimping on this diagnostic tool handcuffs managers, so go beyond the basics to ascertain true machine condition
10/1/2007
By Mike Vorster, Contributing Editor

Great Managers
Absence Makes Fowler Fonder of Warranties
Living without extended warranties confirmed the contractor prefers living with them
10/1/2007
By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

Production Heros: Articulated Dump Trucks
Articulated Dump Trucks Produce For Those Who Are Prepared
Anticipating retarder need, gear changes and differential lock-up moves an all-terrain hauler’s loads at the fastest overall speeds
10/1/2007
By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

Maintenance Management
Undercarriage Basics
A quick review of design, wear factors,maintenance practices, and operating techniques might help you extend track life for your crawler machines
10/1/2007
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Maintenance Management
Lube Truck Basics: Buy What You Need
Think analytically about the type and size of lube truck you need, and you might find it doesn't need to be three blocks long with 900 horsepower
9/1/2007
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Sutton Report
Enforce Work-Zone Speed Limits
8/1/2007
Rod Sutton, Editor in Chief

Maintenance Management: Tires
Tread Gently When Choosing Tire Patterns
Application is only the first step to determining tire usage. Tread patterns offer various benefits.
7/1/2007
By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Managers Digest
Nine Tips for Tire Safety
4/1/2007
Staff

Managers Digest
Check Your Impact-Wrench Output
4/1/2007
Staff

Prevention Illustrated
How to Keep Wheels Tight
Although accurate torque is the solution, keep an eye on conditions that hasten the loosening of wheel nuts
2/1/2007
By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Equipment Manager
Have the Right Parts on Hand
Managers must determine adequate inventory without sacrificing cash efficiency
2/1/2007
By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Equipment Manager
How to Effectively Use Oil Analysis
Data should be integrated with other maintenance-management systems
2/1/2007
By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Equipment Manager
How to Remove Water from Fuel
Fuel-water separators prevent corrosion and premature engine wear
2/1/2007
By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Special Report
Auto-Lube Systems Gain Ground
Numerous benefits are building converts as technology proves itself
12/1/2006
By G.C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Equipment Manager
A Matter of Trust
A strong relationship with your equipment dealers will keep the equipment triangle strong
11/1/2006
By G.C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Managers Digest
Gain Maintenance Knowledge on Your Own Time
10/1/2006

Prevention Illustrated
Seals Save Cylinders
Controlling dirt and heat preserves seals, and that extends the life of cylinders and other hydraulic components
9/1/2006
By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

Prevention Illustrated
The Electrical Schematic Is Your Friend
Or...how to read truck and machine electrical schematics competently, even though others may accuse you of wasting time
8/1/2006
By Dan Sullivan, Mechanic, Teacher/Author and Electrical Troubleshooter

Managers Digest
Eliminate Hose-Maintenance Guesswork
1/1/2006

Prevention Illustrated
How to Analyze Oil Analysis
You have the report, but it's what you do with the information that keeps the machines operating
1/1/2006
By G.C. Skipper, Contributing Editor

Managers Digest
Focus on Casings for Retread Savings
12/1/2005

Managers Digest
Air up Safely
10/1/2005

Prevention Illustrated
The Basics of Diesel-Engine Coolant
Or, a few tips that may help you stay out of cooling-system trouble in a world that's working against you
9/1/2005
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Managers Digest
Cheap A/C Refrigerants Not Worth the Risk
6/1/2005

Managers Digest
Substitutes for New Hydraulic Pumps
6/1/2005

Managers Digest
Premium Oil Stops Ring Failures
5/1/2005

Managers Digest
Fuel Savings May Ride on Rubber
5/1/2005

Prevention Illustrated
Shop "Referees"
The torque wrench is a super tool - a precision measuring device, but with the brute strength to put the lock on big bolts
5/1/2005
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Managers Digest
Roadranger Library
2/1/2005

Managers Digest
LBX Selects ATS For Machine Monitoring
2/1/2005

Managers Digest
Beefed-Up Breather
1/1/2005

Managers Digest
A Quick Wheel-End Check
11/1/2004

Prevention Illustrated
Maintain Drill String for Optimum Uptime
Monitor the business end of your HDD system - pipe, connectors, transmitter, housings, bits and backreamers - with smart use and a discerning eye
9/1/2004
By Jeff Griffin, Contributing Editor & Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

Shop Report
Chemistry for Converting Antifreeze Systems
Shell says its new Extended-Life-Coolant Conversion Kit can be used to take over fully formulated conventional systems
9/1/2004
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Managers Digest
How to Control the Worst Track Wear
8/1/2004
Larry Stewart

Maintenance: Component Life
Component Life Sketches Machine Economic Life
After the first big repair bill, ownership and operating costs tend to be controlled more by hours of use and resale value
7/1/2004
By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

Maintenance
How to Use Ground-Engaging Tools Without Using Them Up
The right operating techniques can double the life of bucket teeth, moldboards, ripper tips and other wear parts. Here's how to do it right
6/1/2004
By Richard Ries, Contributing Editor

Managers Digest
Make Teeth Do the Work
6/1/2004
By Richard Ries

Managers Digest
Purge U-Joint Grease
6/1/2004
By Larry Stewart

Maintenance
How to Build an Effective PM Program
The success of a PM program relies on its structure. Here's how to build a good one
5/1/2004
By Richard Ries, Contributing Editor

Managers Digest
Rebuilding Little Things, Too
5/1/2004

Managers Digest
Match Parts for Leak-Free Hose
5/1/2004
Richard Ries

Managers Digest
Five PM Tips for Extended Life
5/1/2004

Managers Digest
Four Steps to PM Success
4/1/2004

Shop Report
Mobile Air and Electricity from Ingersoll Rand
Among IR's newest products are hydraulically driven air compressors for service trucks, as well as small generators for truck, shop or jobsite
4/1/2004
By Walt Moore, Senior Editor

Maintenance
Are You Managing Lower Tire Costs?
How to employ your dealer and their manufacturers' software to monitor tires and manage your second-highest operating expense
4/1/2004
By Richard Ries, Contributing Editor

Prevention Illustrated
How to Keep Hydraulic Couplings Leak-Free
Match replacement fittings to ports on the machine and the hose used; then install assemblies properly to dry up costly drips
3/1/2004
By Richard Ries, Contributing Editor

Managers Digest
Ghost Voltage Pinpoints Broken Wires
1/1/2004

Maintenance

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