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Don’t Get Snowed In This Winter

Snow removal. Just the words spoken aloud can bring a shiver for equipment operators. But the right tires and the right tools can make all the difference going into unpredictable winter weather, giving you more time to focus on your business instead of worrying about...

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Scheevel & Son’s Construction

In southeastern Minnesota, in the small town of Preston, Ron Scheevel worked as a second-generation dairy farmer. A farmer at heart, he was fueled by his dream of owning a bulldozer for the farm. In 1991, he took the bold leap and purchased a 1960’s era Cat D6B, what...

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Ziegler Tech Tips: Pre-Project Maintenance with Bob Pike

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This expression is nowhere more true than in the world of equipment maintenance. The last thing you want is to get your equipment on the job site and have to down it for repairs due to an unexpected failure. To help...

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How to Maintain Rubber Tracks on Your Compact Track Loader

Performing track maintenance and inspection on a regular basis is key to getting the most from your Cat® Compact Track Loader (CTL) and Multi Terrain Loader (MTL) machines. Daily inspections should be routine prior to beginning your work shift. Here are some key tips...

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