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The aerial work platform industry continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience, sustaining growth momentum despite unresolved global trade tensions and political uncertainty. In an exclusive interview, Matthew Elvin, President and CEO of Snorkel, offered a detailed assessment of market conditions, emerging technology trends, and the strategic priorities that are shaping the access equipment sector. His insights […]

When JLG Industries marked its 50th anniversary, President Frank Nerenhausen used the milestone to reaffirm the company’s commitment to the core values that have defined the aerial work platform manufacturer since its founding in 1969. In an interview at The ARA Show in Anaheim, California, Nerenhausen outlined how JLG plans to double down on innovation

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced an unexpected expansion of the H-2B visa program for the 2019 summer season, adding 30,000 additional visas to the 33,000 already allocated for the spring and summer period. This development arrives at a time when construction employers across the paving, asphalt, and building sectors continue to face persistent

Oil is the lifeblood of construction equipment. Whether circulating through a hydraulic system, lubricating an engine, or protecting gearboxes, the quality of in-service oil directly determines how reliably machinery performs. Yet even the cleanest oil, certified to OEM specifications at the point of fill, can become contaminated once it enters service. Harsh conditions on construction

Every construction fleet manager faces the same lubricant dilemma: should you pay a premium for synthetic oils or stick with conventional mineral-based products? The answer is not always straightforward. Factors such as engine age, operating conditions, maintenance intervals, and overall fleet composition all play a role in determining the right choice. This article breaks down

Public works departments face a balancing act that private contractors seldom contend with: every equipment dollar comes from taxpayer funds, and every purchase decision is subject to public scrutiny. This reality makes wheel loader selection for municipal operations a deliberate process where value, reliability, and capability must align without exceeding the budget. Anderson County’s Precinct

Skyjack has long been known for its “Simply Reliable” philosophy, building aerial work platforms that prioritize ease of repair, simple diagnostics, and straightforward maintenance. But as the construction and rental industries evolve, the company is making a strategic pivot toward advanced technology without abandoning its core values. In an exclusive interview, Skyjack President Brad Boehler

Most everyone working in equipment rental has heard that ANSI A92 aerial work platform standards impose new requirements on businesses that rent mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs). Significantly fewer, however, have a solid handle on what these standards mean for their daily operations, their employees, and their customers. This article breaks down the key compliance

Wells Fargo Construction Industry Forecast Highlights Strong Rental Demand in 2019 The 43rd Annual Wells Fargo Construction Industry Forecast has delivered encouraging news for the equipment rental sector. Released in early 2019, the survey gathered opinions from contractors, manufacturers, and equipment distributors across the United States to measure optimism for the year ahead. The results

United Rentals, the largest equipment rental company in North America, has consistently maintained a positive outlook on the rental industry’s trajectory. In an exclusive interview, Chris Hummel, chief marketing officer at United Rentals, shared the company’s perspective on the rental market’s prospects, the factors driving growth, and the strategic priorities that will shape the industry