TELEHANDLER RENTALS: WHAT TO LOOK FOR Telehandler rentals are a must for most job sites. Why? Because they are one of the most versatile pieces of equipment on the job site. From shifting pallets across the site, to bringing your supplies up to the third floor, to hoisting up that structural beam into one of […]
Elevated Access: Where Ladders Fall Short
Cutting-edge lift equipment has greatly influenced the construction industry in recent years. The fact that a boom or scissor lift rental is a phone call away makes a world of difference on the jobsite. But while modern equipment can reach higher and move quicker, their crowning advantage is always safety. Safety is essential in any […]
5 Forklift Rental Essentials to Keep in Mind
A well serviced forklift rental will save you precious time and money needed in other areas of your business. Perhaps you’ve just received an overpowering wave of shipments, or have been considering investing long-term in a forklift, and need to test it out first. There are a host of unique situations that would require the […]
Key Benefits of Aerial Lifts
Just like the lowly screwdriver has largely been displaced by the impact wrench, the traditional scaffolding is giving way to mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). While some people hesitate due to the size or rental costs, here are a few points to consider before moving forward without an aerial lift. Location, Location, Location There are […]
Picking a Little Boom
There are a lot of little booms out there on the market, so understanding what they are each used for is imperative to your project. Anything 45ft or under is generally considered a “little” boom lift (such as the Genie Z45/25). They come in different engine varieties including diesel, dual fuel (gas/propane), hybrid and electric. […]
Towing a Tow-Behind Boom Lift
Tow behind boom lifts like the Genie TZ50, JLG t500J or the Haulotte 4527A are incredible lifts. They are cheap and easy to transport and get fit into tight spaces, not to mention the height and reach. Most of these lifts weigh in at under 5500lbs, so you can tow it with and SUV! Before […]
Getting Things Done
There is a book called “Getting Things Done” by David Allen. It is probably one of the hardest (i.e. most boring) books that I have read, yet it has changed the way that I operate most profoundly. Let’s do a really quick overview, and then some tricks to make your mental space more efficient. The […]
Business Systems: I See the Light
Round 1 Years ago, I was an owner of a small construction business. Put bluntly, it was terrible; I felt like I had to do virtually everything. I was on the tools for most jobs, I trained the sales staff, I did the financials, I designed the projects, I helped the sales staff when they […]
Negotiating Smarter
At the End, It Comes to This We’ve been there, you crunch the numbers, you add in a profit margin, you present it to your client, and they say “can you do better?” Now what? Do you reduce the price? Do you tell them to “take it or leave it”? It’s tough, but there are […]
Take Your Profit First
Parkinson’s Law Have you noticed that no matter how much time you have to do something, you always “barely get done”? Or that you barely have enough money? The principle is called Parkinson’s Law: A task will fill the time allotted to it Or Your expenses will expand to fit your budget Re-Calculating Profit Most […]
Smarter Not Harder
What is Your Business For? Why did you start your business? Look way back, when you were bright-eyed and bushy-tailed! What did you expect from your business? Constant stress? 18hr days? Whining employees? Grumpy customers? Free quotes? Unpaid service calls? …Probably not; I’ll bet you were looking for high income, flexible hours, perhaps even complete […]