Because tractors and skid steers share some common functions, you may have a difficult time deciding which is best for your job. Compact tractors, subcompact tractors, and utility tractors all perform the same tasks as skid steers, and both machines are suitable for construction projects and farming and can be operated by homeowners and landowners. … Read more
Cultivators and rototillers, or tillers, are agricultural tools useful for breaking up soil. However, they shouldn’t be thought of as the same thing. Each has different benefits and uses. So, when it comes to cultivators vs. tillers, what’s the difference? Here’s what you need to know, including how to pick the right tool for the … Read more
OSHA classifies pallet jacks and forklifts under the same umbrella, as powered industrial trucks. You can use both types of equipment for material handling so that you can lift and transport loads. Although you can use them for similar functions, which one you choose depends on your required load capacity, lift height, and cost. You … Read more
Deciding on which lift truck you need can be confusing, especially since many share similarities when it comes to lifting, loading, and reaching. While both reach trucks and forklifts are excellent for material handling applications, each has their pros and cons. Reach trucks come in handy for reaching great heights, while counterbalance forklifts can carry … Read more
If you’re facing construction or maintenance projects that require you to work above ground level, you’ll need a boost. Depending on your worksite and the nature of your job, you may want to consider a boom lift or a scissor lift. Boom lifts move horizontally and vertically, whereas scissor lifts can only move up and … Read more
Deciding between a bulldozer and a wheel loader is sometimes a tough call. Both machines provide capable material handling, but they have some key differences. As a result, the type of project you’re working on will determine which of these pieces of equipment you should choose. In this guide, we talk about what bulldozers and … Read more
When looking for the right skid steer loader or compact track loader, you’ll have the option to choose a radial lift or a vertical lift. The difference is the lift arm design and its functionality. Radial lift machines lift loads on a curved path, while vertical lift machines lift on a vertical path, moving the … Read more