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We’ve been feeling the pinch too, it's harder to find skilled folks and it’s definitely slowing some timelines. We’re looking into trade school partnerships now, but I’d love to hear if that’s actually making a dent for anyone else?

Totally agree with you all! Those small items like grease fittings and belts sneak under the radar but can cause real downtime. We've been using Fleetio too, and tying it to telematics is on our radar, it'd be awesome to get real-time service triggers straight from the machine!

Totally get where you’re coming from, 11% feels brutal! I’ve had better luck with local credit unions and they seem more flexible and less nosy. Definitely worth shopping around and asking if they can beat competitor rates.

Good stuff here! I’ve been wondering the same, especially about how claims actually go down. Has anyone ever had to file for theft or damage on-site? Curious how responsive the insurers are when it’s time to actually use the coverage.

Great points all around! I’ve mainly used Class I indoors and Class V outdoors too and definitely agree on matching tires and fuel type to the environment. Has anyone here tried using Class II reach trucks in a warehouse with uneven flooring? Wondering how they hold up compared to standard Class...

I’ve used a Yardmax 28-ton for a few seasons now, and it’s been a workhorse. I have no complaints for the price.

I’m team CTL for anything off-road or uneven, just can’t beat the traction and stability.

Hey guys, Thinking about picking up a used compactor for some upcoming jobs and wanted to get some advice first. What are the biggest red flags to watch out for when buying one used, mechanical, cosmetic, or otherwise? Any tips on how to spot hidden issues before they turn into costly repairs?

Hey all, I’m looking into cloud-based construction management software to help us better track heavy machinery usage and maintenance. Has anyone here used a platform that really works well for this, something with real-time tracking or good integration with GPS/telematics? Would love to hear...