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How to Profit by Using Excavation Protection Lighter-weight shields and shores, used properly instead of sloping, safeguard workers in the trench while they save fuel for digging and compacting 4/1/2009 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

Managers Digest Volvo Introduces Milling Machines 3/1/2009 Managers Digest Electrical Repairs: Activity Is Not Necessarily Progress 2/1/2009 Dan Sullivan Managers Digest NCCCO Launches Signalperson Certification 12/1/2008 Equipment Manager A Best-Practices Approach to Recruiting 8/1/2008 By G.C. Skipper, Contributing Editor Equipment Manager How to Develop a Training Program Large or small, every construction company should be investing in its future with an employee training program. 8/1/2008 By G.C. Skipper, Contributing Editor Sutton Report Mentor Tomorrow's Equipment Fleet Leaders 7/1/2008 Rod Sutton, Editor in Chief Managers Digest AEMP Names Two Technicians of the Year 4/1/2008 Staff Production Heroes: Trenchers Refine Set Up and Speed For Profitable Trencher Production Top trencher work calls for adapting teeth and boom length to match each job, and adjusting ground and chain drive to keep the engine producing peak torque 2/1/2008 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Production Heroes: Articulated Dump Trucks Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs) 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 Sutton Report Technician Scholarships 6/1/2007 Rod Sutton, Editor in Chief Equipment Manager Safety Rewards Mike Monnot emphasizes safety at Zachry Construction's locations at home and abroad 5/1/2007 By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor Equipment Training Solutions Solutions from VISTA Training, Inc. 4/9/2007 Managers Digest Customized Training Tools Available 4/1/2007 Staff Production Heroes: Motor Graders Use All of a Motor Grader’s Features to Build Roads Better Taking full advantage of motor-grader flexibility boosts everyday operators to the elite finish-grader status 2/1/2007 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Production Heroes: AWPs Prepare to Work Safely From Aerial Work Platforms Site assessments, machine inspections, and safety gear are simple keys to avoiding accidents with aerial work platforms 10/1/2006 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Managers Digest Gain Maintenance Knowledge on Your Own Time 10/1/2006 Special Report Equipment Technology Challenges Repair Capability Manufacturers wrestle with how to adequately communicate repair information on today's high-tech machines 9/1/2006 By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor Special Report Managers Are Trained Not Born No longer is it enough to focus just on the mechanical aspect of fleet operations. Fleet managers now have to be versed in asset-management skills and computer technology 8/1/2006 By G. C. Skipper, Contributing Editor Great Managers In-House Training Boosts Uptime Two in-house trainers keep shop staff up to speed, and first-year results show 99-percent uptime and reduced employee turnover 6/1/2006 By G.C. Skipper, Contributing Editor Special Report Attention Centers on Crane Operators Even as federal mandates are discussed, states are taking action on crane certification and training 4/1/2006 By Graham Brent, Executive Director, NCCCO Managers Digest Train Operators with PC-Based Simulator 3/1/2006 Equipment Manager Solid Machine-Safety Stance Machine safety -- on the job and in the shop -- is a must 2/1/2006 By G.C. Skipper, Contributing Editor Production Heroes: Telehandlers Stability Triangle Determines if Telehandlers Tip There are many facets to safe operation, but keeping them upright is key to keeping them productive 2/1/2006 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Production Heroes: Skid-Steer Loaders Wheelbase Is Key to Skid-Steer Productivity While almost anybody can make skid-steer loaders move fast, they require finesse and a sense of balance to finish jobs smoothly 12/1/2005 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Production Heroes: Crawler Dozers Doze More Dirt Challenge conventional thinking and reevaluate your production dozing. Making every move count calls for working back to front 11/1/2005 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Production Heroes: Backhoe-Loaders Dig and Load Faster With a Backhoe's Uniquely Combined Tools Understanding backhoe-loaders' weight distribution and setup options can make them the most productive machines in their weight range 8/1/2005 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Managers Digest How to Fight Machine Fires 8/1/2005 Production Heroes: Wheel Loaders Take-Charge Wheel Loader Operators Fill Trucks Faster Wheel loaders are most productive when trained operators spot trucks properly, fill the bucket in the power band, and automate repeated boom functions 3/1/2005 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor Production Heroes: Excavators Excavator Production Heroes Take the Textbook To the Trench One hint that helps fill a bucket, pile spoil or load trucks five seconds faster can add a third to profits 4/1/2003 By Larry Stewart, Executive Editor

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This training package aims to help prevent equipment theft and vandalism on construction sites. Case, CNA Insurance... 4/1/2003

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Working To Improve Operator Productivity
Professional trainers have begun to recognize that becoming a modern heavy equipment operator may require human abilities which cannot be taught. Studies show that in typical vocational training programs anywhere from 10 percent to 30 percent of people lack the prerequisite abilities to become truly competent operators of modern heavy equipment. Source: Western Builder

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