Using VisionLink™ for Preventive Maintenance
We’ve all heard the old adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Nowhere is that more applicable than maintaining expensive, heavy equipment. Outside of your payroll, the purchase and maintenance of your machines are more than likely two of the larger...
Ziegler History: Foundations
Foundations After spending six years with the Chicago & Northwestern Railway Company and nine years with the Peteler Car Company, Minnesotan William H. Ziegler founded Wm. H. Ziegler Co. Inc. in December, 1914. Ziegler started in an eighty-square-foot office space...
Should I Buy or Lease?
The decision whether to buy or lease equipment can be frustrating for business owners because there are pros and cons for both. In this article, our professionals at Ziegler CAT will walk you through the ups and downs of owning versus leasing taking into account...
Measure Twice, Cut Once : What to Consider When Purchasing a Piece of Construction Equipment
What to Consider When Purchasing a Piece of Construction Equipment As the old saying goes: measure twice, cut once. This simple practice can save a lot of time and a lot of money, particularly when you are talking about equipment use. Before starting your project,...
Marketing Tips for Growing Your Business
For many business owners, marketing is a broad and sometimes vague endeavor. Your strategy can take on many different forms, but there are some fundamental tips that can help you tactically secure new business while also strengthening your company’s reputation for...
Hydraulic Hoses & Couplings: How to inspect, when to repair, and when to replace
Hydraulic hoses and couplings are among the most critical components in heavy machinery. An unexpected hose failure can reduce production for both the damaged machine and the other pieces of equipment it supports. And equally important, damaged hydraulic hoses and...
