If you’re renting construction machinery, you’ll be faced with the choice of tracks vs. wheeled equipment. Don’t be alarmed. The debate over tires vs. tracks is ongoing. Industry experts agree that there’s no definite line deciding which propulsion system works best. All have opinions about where and when to use tires vs. tracks. Your decision […]
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Equipment Rental Liability: 10 Tips About Insurance and Protection
If you work in an industry that uses heavy equipment, you’re aware that accidents occasionally happen. Any mishaps with big machines hold the potential to be dangerous and expensive. That makes it important to understand the liabilities and insurance obligations that come along with the capabilities of heavy machines. MacAllister Rentals can gladly share information […]
Choosing the Right Material Handling Lift
Whether you’re looking to buy or rent a material handling lift, you want the most cost-effective option. There are several lifts to choose from, ranging in size, capacity and lift height. There are other factors to consider as well, such as environment (indoor vs. outdoor) and surface texture (level vs. rough terrain). Jump to Section: […]
Scissor Lift Uses, Information and Industry Applications
Scissor lift operators and site managers at corporations large and small take on jobs that can be handled more efficiently and safely with a mechanical lift that is properly matched to the task at hand. Operators and site managers use them to increase productivity, improve safety and save money, but they will only succeed when […]
Aerial Lift Operator Safety
There are several deaths and serious injuries each year that come as a result of neglecting aerial lift operator safety, many of which are preventable. In this post, we will give you tips on scissor lift safety procedures and boom lift safety. We will also give you a brief explanation and some background to help […]
5 Mistakes to Avoid When Running a Successful Landscape Business
Mistakes are inevitable in every landscaping business, and they are part of business development and growth. Whether you have operated your landscaping business for a year or for decades, you will experience the odd error or goof-up that will set you back. Setbacks occur in even the most successful landscaping companies, but the trick to […]