Category: Construction Equipment

How to Store Your Forklift for the Winter

Storing a forklift in the winter

Putting away your heavy equipment for the winter can be a tough task, but there are ways to doing it properly. There are steps to take when preparing and storing your forklift for the winter, so that when you’re ready for the spring season, you won’t have to deal with any problems with your equipment…. Read more »

Crane Power Technology in the Resurrection of a Stadium

Miami Dolphins fans can enjoy some R&R while they watch their home team’s games in a completely renovated Hard Rock Stadium thanks to the power of the multi-crane system. The stadium renovation included a top to bottom comb through, including the demolition of current lighting and scoreboard features, structural cable installation, temporary shoring design, and… Read more »

Historic Hydraulics: A Look at the Development of Hydraulic Machines

Hydraulic equipment is now standard at construction sites, farms and mines around the world. Despite its near-universal acceptance, however, this hydraulic equipment has a relatively short history. Here’s a look at the development of hydraulic machines. Perhaps surprisingly, the earliest start of hydraulic technology dates back to ancient times, when water was used to power… Read more »

Looking at Crusher Types – Part II

Last week we wrote about three common types of crushers that one might find in construction or mining. Here are three more common types of crushers and a little bit more information about how they differ from one another. Hammer Crusher The hammer crusher lays the hammer, both figuratively and literally. The crusher of this… Read more »

Looking at Crusher Types – Part I

Rackers Equipment mining stone crusher

Anyone who works regularly in mining or aggregate material production is familiar with crushers. They take the raw material and break them down to a size that is easier to transport or work with for the end consumer. These machines are often used on site, and create a consistent and refined end product. Did you… Read more »

End of Year Purchases: Possible Tax Benefits for Your Company

Are you a small business owner looking to save some money on your taxes? All small business owners want to take whatever steps they can to keep their costs as low as possible, and one of the best ways to do that as the end of the year approaches is to make sure your organization… Read more »

Lift Any Load With Rackers Equipment

Working in construction often requires a lot of heavy lifting power. There are a range of different pieces of equipment, though, that each offer specialized capabilities for different applications on-site. Luckily, Rackers Equipment has all the different lifting machines you may need, from cranes to forklifts to manlifts. Cranes Let’s start with the biggest and… Read more »

Scraping the Surface of Different Scraper Types

If you are working on a large construction job that requires you to do earthmoving at any point, you are going to want to have a scraper on site to do it. Scrapers are heavy-duty machines that can be used for digging and hauling earth and minerals from one part of a job site to… Read more »

Apron vs. Vibrating Feeder: Pros and Cons of Each

Feeders are an important part of material handling systems. They control the flow of the materials, helping to expedite and control operations in a variety of industries. One question that comes up frequently is whether it is better to use an apron feeder or a vibrating feeder. There are the pros and cons to each… Read more »

Get Back Up and Running Fast with Our Repair Service

It can be very frustrating when working on a job and your hydraulic drill or rock crushing equipment has a malfunction and stops working. This usually leads to a delay in work and a big headache for whoever is in charge. The next time this happens, instead of losing time and money while waiting for… Read more »