As a valued partner in the aggregate and mining industry, Rackers Equipment Company understands the importance of maximizing the lifespan and efficiency of your equipment. Regular maintenance and proper care can significantly extend the life of your machinery, reduce downtime, and optimize your operations. In this blog, we will provide you with essential maintenance and… Read more »
Screening equipment is an essential part of any modern quarry operation. It can be tempting to delay upgrading or replacing worn or damaged screening equipment, but this can quickly become expensive due to losses in efficiency. Fortunately, you can solve that problem easily by purchasing a new or used screening system from Rackers Equipment. Importance… Read more »
A breaker hammer is used mainly for mounting on skid steers, excavators, backhoes, and stationary plants. When working on a job site, a breaker hammer attached to your machinery is beneficial for your employees because it helps make the job much easier. The mount is able to break up larger rocks and concrete structures into… Read more »
The last thing we want to see on any of our machinery or equipment is rust. So how can we prevent it? To start, it helps to understand how rust builds up. Rust occurs when iron suffers from open-air oxidation, but what does this mean? It means that rust is the result of the iron… Read more »
There are few industries in the world that aren’t impacted at least slightly by the harsh elements of winter. The snow, ice and below zero temperatures can be a real burden to your employees during the frigid months, and that goes double for the equipment at your drilling rig site. Often times, poor insulation can… Read more »
When working in the construction or mining industries, it’s important to put safety first on the jobsite. If you have a big job that requires the use of heavy machinery and equipment, your workers should have the expertise, training, and experience in operating your machines. This is one of the most crucial aspects to working… Read more »
A vital part of operating any type of equipment is understanding how to do so safely. Unfortunately, crane accidents happen as a result of falling objects, transportation issues, electrical current contact, and so forth. Importance of Crane Operator The crane operator is a vital part of a safe crane operation. A crane operator should be… Read more »
Having a piece of equipment break down or completely fall apart in the middle of a project can really set you back. To replace it, you could go out and purchase a brand-new machine or you might be able to find one used. The problem is if they both will do the same thing, so… Read more »
We are in tough times right now dealing with the COVID-19 Pandemic. Many states around the country are looking to get back to work safely to help companies stay in business and not lose their livelihoods. In construction, it’s looking like we’re moving forward. For many companies, they need to look to renting heavy equipment… Read more »
If you want your company to be successful, it’s important for your employees to be properly trained in the trade. With handling tools and heavy machinery, workers are susceptible to injuries, and machines can break down. The way to prevent these things from happening or eliminating downtime with your tools is to properly train and… Read more »
