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How to Improve Construction Site Efficiency Pre-construction planning, site management, employee productivity, safety, and risk mitigation: These are the things that make or break construction site efficiency — and keep supervisors up at night. For your reputation and consistent, profitable returns, today’s construction sites need cutting-edge tools and resources that keep construction bids poised, costs […]

Whether to Buy New, Used, or Rent Heavy Equipment When it comes to buying new, used or renting equipment, you’ll want to consider aspects such as usage, availability, types of projects and budget. You may have signed a few big contracts you need to prepare for, want to expand your fleet to maximize your capabilities […]

Wheel Loader Forklift Excavator Dozer Backhoe Loader Scraper Motor Grader Crawler Loader When you purchase equipment, you want to know how long you can expect it to last. The average lifespan of construction equipment varies from machine to machine, and many factors will influence how long its components continue to work. Your heavy equipment’s lifespan […]

Construction Jobs in Alabama More than six decades of business in Alabama and Northwest Florida gives Thompson Tractor Company a well-rounded perspective on the way construction has evolved. At the onset of the company business in 1957, our nation was building the interstate highway systems, and there was a huge demand for heavy machinery and […]

Your Complete Diesel Engine Maintenance Guide They’re the workhorses of the engine world. They’re as tough as they are tenacious, running machines big and small. They’re durable, economical and — most importantly — reliable. Contact us They’re diesel engines — and when you care for them properly, they power your trucks, RVs, boats and heavy […]

Choosing an excavator for your job is only the first step in acquiring the tools you need. Whether they’re mini or large, excavators are incredibly versatile because of the available bucket and attachment options. Given the many types of backhoe and excavator buckets on the market, a lot of factors contribute to finding the right bucket for […]

How to Prepare for Severe Weather in Construction No matter where you live, you’re likely to encounter some form of severe weather. At its worst, severe weather can cause serious injuries or fatalities. In 2017, 508 people died and 1,205 were injured due to severe weather in the United States. Severe thunderstorms, flash flooding, sustained […]

Drone Technology in the Construction Industry Construction is one of the world’s biggest industries, worth about $8.5 trillion a year. However, it is far from the most efficient. In 2016, McKinsey & Company reported that large construction projects of all types take longer than scheduled by 20 percent on average and frequently cost almost twice the budgeted […]

Exploring the used construction equipment market involves evaluating the many factors that affect it. From demand trends and market dynamics to detailed investment analysis, several moving parts are at play. By understanding market dynamics and buyer preferences, stakeholders can make informed decisions to optimize returns in a dynamic sector. How Big Is the Used Construction […]