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Yep! Let experts like AdvanceTrac Equipment help you co-manage your assets. Ask Tyler Mann how they’re doing it!

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As we prepare to shut the door on cold weather, paving crews across the country are firing up their fleets and gearing up for the season. Before kicking off your first job of the season, it pays to know if your equipment is up to the task. The experts at Asphalt Pro Magazine have a new #ToolboxTip detailing preparatory steps to ensure your skid steer is ready for season startup! Read more at the link below. #Paving #Blog #PaveConnect https://lnkd.in/gfaxvE_z

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Another Asphalt-Rubber Cape Seal success story. This time in Fort Bragg, CA. Most of Fort Bragg's streets in their August 2008 Asphalt-Rubber Cape Seal project had alligator cracks that were in the 1/2" to 3/4" inch wide range (a bit wider than Asphalt-Rubber Chip and Cape Seals' 3/8" to 1/2" "sweet spot). Nonetheless, 16-years later and counting in July of 2024 90% of the streets in the project are still performing well and will get even more years of service. An Asphalt-Rubber Chip Seal is priced at about 1/4 the cost of a conventional hot mix overlay with minimal grinding. An Asphalt-Rubber Cape Seal is priced at about 1/3 the cost of a conventional hot mix overlay with minimal grinding. The right product at the right time is key to making your maintenance dollars go as far as they can. There are so, so many roads, especially residential low volume roads that don't need overlays, where an Asphalt-Rubber Chip or Cape Seal Strategy makes great sense, and this strategy frees up $$$ for other projects where a more robust solution (overlay / reconstruction) might be needed. Public Works agencies have a fixed bucket of road maintenance and construction money $$$ to use each year. Use it wisely and you can get to more roads each and every year and in doing so, raise your City or County PCI scores in the process...

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More growth opportunities!!

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BLISTERS! They POP! Better treat them. Costly and painful on $200k+ heavy equipment investments. Activate is the platform which helps detect blisters and treat them. Honestly folks - how many times a week do we ignore issues which could be treated if we only took action to report them? This is when they turn into PROBLEMS! EXPENSIVE PROBLEMS! How do you prevent Blisters? Step 1: Get visibility into your day-to-day without burdening your team. Get visibility into your equipment and assets without deploying a massive IT Project. Get visibility into your operations while simultaneously notifying your critical partners outside of your business (parts suppliers, dealers, rental companies, fuelers, glass repair, OEM, whomever you utilize). Check out Activate OS for: Fleet Owners Providers - Dealers/Rental/OEM

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🛠️👷‍♂️ Honoring Construction Safety Week: Our Commitment to Safety at DBS Roofing 👷‍♀️🛠️ This Construction Safety Week, we proudly reaffirm our dedication to ensuring the safety and well-being of every individual on our job sites. At DBS Roofing, safety isn't just a priority; it's a core value woven into every aspect of our operations. With every project we undertake, we recognize the inherent risks involved in construction work, particularly in the roofing industry. That's why we go above and beyond to implement comprehensive safety protocols, rigorous training programs, and regular inspections to mitigate hazards and promote a culture of safety excellence. From our seasoned veterans to our newest team members, everyone at DBS Roofing receives extensive training on safe work practices, equipment operation, and emergency procedures. We believe that investing in continuous education and fostering a safety-conscious mindset is essential for preventing accidents and protecting our most valuable asset – our people. But our commitment to safety extends beyond mere compliance with regulations. We believe in leading by example and empowering our team to speak up about safety concerns, share ideas for improvement, and take proactive steps to maintain a safe working environment. After all, safety is a collective responsibility, and every individual plays a crucial role in safeguarding themselves and their colleagues. As we celebrate Construction Safety Week, let's renew our pledge to prioritize safety above all else. Together, we can build a future where every construction worker returns home safely to their loved ones at the end of each day. If you are interested in joining us in this effort, here are the resources that Construction Safety Week has provided: https://lnkd.in/gpa5zgV2 #ConstructionSafetyWeek #SafetyFirst #DBSRoofing #SafetyCulture #BuildingSafetyTogether

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JTM Construction ranked #2 on PSBJ's list of large companies. Each year, PSBJ surveys employees from hundreds of businesses across Washington about their workplaces. Survey results are then graded and ranked to create a list of finalists. #bestworkplace #constructionindustry #seattle

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Work to the #ChesapeakeBayBridge is set to move into phase one of deck replacement this month. As work gets underway, the Maryland Transportation Authority are taking specific structural elements into consideration following the tragic collapse of the #KeyBridge. #news #usnews #construction #constructionnews #bridgeconstruction #constructionindustry #transportation #engineering #RoadsAndBridges

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The skilled labor shortage has hit the rental industry hard, with a significant need for mechanics, CDL drivers, and skilled equipment repair and maintenance professionals. According to Josh Nickell, VP of the Equipment Segment at the American Rental Association, "The rental industry [and] the whole construction industry is experiencing a huge shortage of skilled trades." As multiple skilled trade industries compete for the same limited pool of workers, the situation becomes increasingly challenging for current employees and potential new hires alike: https://hubs.li/Q02w_tk00 (from ForConstructionPros)

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As a dealer, operational and safety training is too often overlooked and undervalued. We are operating in a time where everyone’s in such a hurry to “get running” where producers want equipment to be in place and operating at full speed in the shortest amount of time possible. While that is also our goal at Crush Mode, we don’t take shortcuts on ensuring operators are aware of safety hazards and are competent to operate in a safe, efficient, and effective manner. By slowing down from the start, taking the extra crucial, necessary time needed, and ensuring everyone is properly trained, I assure you that you will come out ahead with MORE tons on the ground, and LESS cost to do so in the long run. More importantly, our goal is that you and your crew are able to go home to your family at the end of the shift, and without injury. That is and will always be top priority. Crushing rocks is a job. Just remember that you have others out there depending on you after hours. Don’t lose focus on that! Kudos to our all-star service tech, Isaac, for being so diligent with this and taking pride in operator safety and competence over performance. Does your company live by these same standards? https://www.crush-mode.com Crush Mode Isaac Boettcher CFPMHM IROCK Crushers, LLC

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Have you ever heard of “the snowball effect”? This is what momentum and accumulation looks like in creating economic opportunities supported through public and private alignment! This short article is well written. Cheers to the UIPA team and its leadership for the unbounded energy and vision!

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Inland Empire industrial construction starts have slowed following surge in new developments between 2020-2022 Read more: https://lnkd.in/ek6fWQdR Pandemic-driven demand led to intense competition in the warehouse market, peaking at 7.8 msf of new construction per quarter. Today, with softened demand and lower lease rates, new starts are at 4.0 msf per quarter. This slowdown may benefit the Inland Empire market, allowing it to stabilize and recover gradually. #InlandEmpire #Industrial #AVANTbyAY #AYdifference

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Exciting news in the roofing industry! 🏗️🔨 Gulfeagle Supply has just announced an agreement to acquire Elite Roofing Supply, a renowned distributor based in Phoenix, Arizona. This strategic move is set to shake up the market and drive notable shifts in the roofing supply landscape. Here's my prediction and commentary on this significant development: 🔮 **Prediction**: With this acquisition, Gulfeagle Supply is poised to strengthen its position as a key player in the roofing distribution sector. The synergy between the two companies is likely to result in enhanced offerings, expanded reach, and a competitive edge in the marketplace. 🌐 **Commentary**: - This acquisition is a strategic move that signifies Gulfeagle Supply's commitment to growth and innovation within the industry. - Elite Roofing Supply's strong presence in Arizona coupled with Gulfeagle's expertise and resources is a winning combination that promises to deliver value to customers and stakeholders. - The ripple effects of this acquisition are anticipated to be felt beyond just the companies involved, with potential implications for industry dynamics and market trends. 🚀 As the industry continues to evolve, collaborations and acquisitions like this one will play a pivotal role in shaping its future landscape. Exciting times ahead for both Gulfeagle Supply and Elite Roofing Supply as they embark on this new chapter of growth and expansion. Stay tuned for more updates in the roofing sector! 🏠🔧 #RoofingIndustry #Innovation #Acquisitions #Growth #IndustryTrends

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Far too often we see mid size contractor fleets riddled with problems caused by extended or skipped service intervals because those responsibilities fall on a PM that used to work for a rental house or a Superintendent with some wrench experience. Let your experts focus on what makes you money and let AdvanceTrac Equipment keep your fleet in shape. We’re excited to get to work using Activate - designed to lift the burden of fleet maintenance, minimize avoidable downtime, and maximize productivity. We’ll work just as hard to mitigate your need to rent as we do to provide the best equipment rental experience available. Rent when you grow, not when you’re slow. It’s goin on a T Shirt this week. RENTALS. SALES. SERVICE. MANAGEMENT. Tyler@advancetrac.net 210.380.7128 #equipmentrental #rentalequipment #caterpillar #excavator #dozer #scraper #sitework #excavation #undergroundutilities #siteprep #texasconstruction #trimble #civilconstruction #pipeline #infrastructure #komatsu #volvo #paving #hitachi #mechanic #fieldservice #texas

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This month's #NRMCA Think First safety initiative is all about Concrete Mixer Trucks and Lockout/Tagout - Check out the flyer here : https://bit.ly/3zsKeVr The Think First campaign is an industry-wide focus dedicated to creating and enhancing a steadfast culture of safe work practices by emphasizing thoughtful and strategic actions throughout operational tasks. Safe operations require an industry’s workforce to Think First. This focus, in turn, decreases injuries, illnesses and fatalities while increasing worker retention, positive workplace morale and an unencumbered manufacturing process. Safe work practices and workplaces cultivate a more prosperous industry. Safety fosters safety. Think First. #ThinkFirst #Concrete #ReadyMix #Safety #ConstructionSafety

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