it’s nuts how quick this tech is evolving...those Cat remote ops and Komatsu electrics are game changers.. Curious too if Volvo’s dropping anything big soon
i’ve mostly seen Polar and Heil holding up great long term, but yeah, parts availability can be huge... anyone here ever struggle getting parts for Tremcar?
Totally agree with the rust prevention and logging! We use a digital checklist to track everything like greasing, hydraulic fluid checks, boom inspections, you name it. It’s helped us catch issues early and keep downtime low. Anyone else using apps like Fleetio or just sticking to old-school...
Yeah, we’ve definitely adjusted, holding off on major purchases for now and leaning more into short-term rentals to stay flexible. It helps us stay productive without tying up too much capital, especially with workloads fluctuating. Anyone else finding rentals a better fit for 6-month bids or...
Totally feel that! I’ve found 8,000 lbs hits the sweet spot too, it's enough for most materials but still maneuverable. Curious though, has anyone here tried one of the compact telehandlers? Do they hold up well on tighter urban sites or is the reach too limited for real work?