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Are you buying used more often because of price hikes?

What are your go-to methods for preventing heavy equipment from getting damaged during transportation? Do you focus more on proper tie-downs and blocking, or are there other things you always check before the machine leaves the jobsite? I’d be interested to hear what loading and hauling...

Hi everyone, When buying heavy equipment, do you prefer letting the dealer handle shipping or finding your own carrier to save money? I'd love to hear which option has worked best for you and any lessons learned along the way.

Just a quick question, what decision have had the biggest impact on improving your fleet's long-term value? Has it been preventive maintenance, buying newer equipment, sticking with one brand, or something else?

Has anyone here sold through Marketplace-E before? I’d love to hear what the experience was like from consignors. Curious if there are strategies that helped you get better results or smoother transactions. Any tips or lessons learned along the way?

I've been seeing Rouse Analytics pop up more often when people talk about equipment values and market trends. On the surface the charts and dashboards look great, but I'm curious how useful the data really is in day-to-day buying or selling decisions. Has anyone here actually used Rouse data to...

Quick question for the group: if you've listed gear on both Ritchie Bros. and IronPlanet, which platform treated you better overall?

Hey everyone, I wanted to start a discussion about working safely around power lines while operating in a bucket. How do you guys handle proximity hazards or unexpected line movement on windy days? Do you follow specific clearance rules or use certain tools or gear for extra protection? I've...

We’ve seen a lot of talk around GovPlanet vs GSA Auctions, and we’d love to hear your experiences. Which platform do you think gives buyers more value when it comes to government surplus-better deals, smoother process, or more reliable finds? Drop your stories, tips, or lessons learned so the...