How to Measure True Equipment ROI: Looking Beyond the Purchase Price
The sticker price is just the beginning. Learn how to calculate the real return on your Caterpillar equipment investment using total cost of ownership, telematics data, utilization rates, and Ziegler CAT support tools.
Top 5 Ways to Boost Equipment Productivity and Uptime in 2026 with Cat Technology
Discover practical tips to maximize your Cat fleet’s performance using the latest AI, connectivity, and maintenance strategies — plus how Ziegler Cat’s Uptime Commitment keeps you running strong in Minnesota and Iowa.
Parts Drop Box Policy Update
Safety Update: Heavy Parts Now Picked Up at Your Branch Starting February 1, 2026, we are making a simple but important change to how we deliver heavy parts, and it is all about keeping people safe. Right now, some larger items get dropped off at customer drop...
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How to Measure True Equipment ROI: Looking Beyond the Purchase Price
The sticker price is just the beginning. Learn how to calculate the real return on your Caterpillar equipment investment using total cost of ownership, telematics data, utilization rates, and Ziegler CAT support tools.
Top 5 Ways to Boost Equipment Productivity and Uptime in 2026 with Cat Technology
Discover practical tips to maximize your Cat fleet’s performance using the latest AI, connectivity, and maintenance strategies — plus how Ziegler Cat’s Uptime Commitment keeps you running strong in Minnesota and Iowa.
Maximize Your Tax Savings in 2025
Maximize Your Tax Savings in 2025 with Section 179: A Smart Move for Construction Equipment Buyers As a trusted heavy equipment dealer, we know that purchasing machinery is a major investment for construction businesses. That’s why we’re excited to share how Section...
Ziegler CAT Parts Drop Network: Get Your Parts Faster, Easier, and for Free
When you need parts to keep your equipment running, every minute counts. But driving to a store to pick up a part can take valuable time out of your day—time that could be spent on the job. That’s where Ziegler CAT’s Parts Drop Network comes in. With parts drop...
Extend the Life of Your Equipment with a Cat® Certified Machine Rebuild
Heavy equipment is a major investment, and replacing a machine can be costly. But what if you could restore your existing equipment to like-new condition at a fraction of the cost of buying new? With a Cat Certified Machine Rebuild through Ziegler CAT, you can give...
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...
Maximizing Uptime: The Role of Ziegler’s Expert Technicians
At Ziegler, we take pride in our commitment to maximizing uptime for our customers. This dedication is exemplified by the skilled technicians who work tirelessly to keep our customers’ equipment in prime condition. From shop technicians to field service experts...
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...
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...
Rebuild and Restore — How to Give Your Equipment Maximum Staying Power
If you operate heavy equipment, there will come a time when you need to make the decision whether to purchase a new machine or rebuild an existing machine that has been previously owned and operated by either you or others. There are a number of factors to consider...
