Recently added articles from Rental Product News:
Floor Care Know-How.(Floor Care Equipment)
May 01, 2009 ... Floor Care Know-How By Lisa Cleaver, managing editor When it comes to refinishing floors, DIY customers will need more than the right equipment and supplies -- they'll need your expertise More than ever before, homeowners are tackling projects themselves ...
Cleaner & greener.(Power Sources)
May 01, 2009 ... Cleaner & greener By Jenny Lescohier, editor Generators and compressors are evolving as engine emissions standards tighten Generators and compressors seldom see revolutionary technological breakthroughs, but there are advancements being made to the ...
Looking for long life.(Compact Excavators)
May 01, 2009 ... Looking for long life By Jenny Lescohier, editor When resources are scarce, it's wise to select machines with durability in mind In this current economic climate, it's important to make wise decisions about equipment acquisition. One of the keys to ...
A simple lesson.(Everybody's Business)
May 01, 2009 ... A simple lesson Jenny Lescohier, editor A co-worker's untimely passing forces us to gain some perspective and count our blessings It's easy to get caught up in our daily dramas and believe that the things we're stressing over are vitally important. Between ...
Eye on the Future.(Eye on Rental)
May 01, 2009 ... Eye on the Future Shape your rental business by wisely managing expense cuts now It's too early to say for certain, but many of the rental business owners and operators I've been talking to are starting to become more optimistic. They are telling me that their local ...
Tailor Backhoes to the Task.(Backhoe-Loaders)
May 01, 2009 ... Tailor Backhoes to the Task By Curt Bennink, contributing editor, and Lisa Cleaver, managing editor Options allow a backhoe-loader to be spec'd for unique needs A long list of options and features allow a backhoe-loader to be spec'd to closely match your ...
Preventing HAVS.(Compaction Equipment)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Preventing HAVS By Jenny Lescohier, editor Rental businesses stand to benefit from being part of the solution Studies show there are some 1.5 to 2 million U.S. workers -- and millions more worldwide -- who are regularly exposed to Hand-Arm Vibration (HAV) ...
Size Matters.(Skid Steers & Attachments)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Size Matters By Lisa Cleaver, managing editor 'Right-sizing' skid steers and attachments is important for performance and productivity With the advent of the quick-attach system on skid steers, users have a whole array of attachments open to them. Just ...
It's tiller time.(Lawn & Grounds Euquipment)
Apr 01, 2009 ... It's tiller time By Jenny Lescohier, editor Maximize tiller season by stocking the right type for your customers' needs Whether your customer is a homeowner planting a flower bed or a contractor renovating a large lawn, there is a tiller to suit his or her ...
Proper Credit/AR Procedures.(Management Focus)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Proper Credit/AR Procedures By Garry Bartecki, contributing editor Renting equipment is the first step, collecting is the second Hey, you just rented 10 units at your standard rate to a new customer, and these are the biggest units in the fleet, which have ...
All in the Family.(Eye on Rental)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Byline: DICK DETMER All in the Family Let's celebrate the challenges of running a family owned rental business I am happy to report that the family owned and operated rental business is still alive and well. I've had the honor and privilege of advising a ...
Get connected.(Everybody's Business)
Apr 01, 2009 ... Get connected Jenny Lescohier, editor Don't miss our brand-new company buyer's guide, EquipmentConnection.com Who doesn't like a one-stop shop? In this day and age of tight schedules and instant access, everyone is looking for the shortest distance ...
The Safety Sell.(Lawn & Ground)
Jan 01, 2009 ... The Safety Sell By Rebecca Kanable, contributing editor Ensuring customer safety is not only your responsibility, it's a way to increase profits When about a week passes and a customer still hasn't returned the weed cutter he said he would only need for ...
Linotype to Online.(Everybody's Business)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Linotype to Online Jenny Lescohier, editor The printed word isn't going anywhere, but there's no denying the future is on the Internet The other day I was surprised to run into my old boss, the editor in chief of the daily newspaper I went to work for when ...
Under AND Around.(Excavators)
Jan 01, 2009 ... Under AND Around By Kay Falk, contributing editor Take the time to inspect and maintain excavator undercarriages and you'll get longer machine life In more ways than one, there's a lot riding on an excavator's undercarriage, so diligent maintenance is key ....
SWEPT AWAY.(Debris Handling Equipment)
Sep 01, 2008 ... SWEPT AWAY By Lisa Cleaver, managing editor The who, what, where and why of sweepers Today's sweepers are designed to loosen and capture particles and dust and excel at leaving a clean path as they pass. There are many different ways to sweep. The types of ...
The RIGHT STUFF at the RIGHT TIME.(Compaction Equipment)(Company overview)
Sep 01, 2008 ... The RIGHT STUFF at the RIGHT TIME Multi-function soil compactors are helping one rental business provide outstanding customer service and value Having the right product for your customer at the right time is one of the keys to success for rental businesses, according ...
PUMP PRIMER.(Pumps)
Sep 01, 2008 ... PUMP PRIMER Centrifugal or submersible? Diaphragm or trash? We'll help you choose the right pump for your customers There are four main types of pumps -- centrifugal, trash, submersible and diaphragm -- each has its own set of uses, as well as its own set of benefits ...
More revenue, close at hand.(Consumables)
Sep 01, 2008 ... More revenue, close at hand By Kay Falk, contributing editor Pairing consumable items with rental equipment can increase sales While you might understand well the equipment you rent out, you might not be as savvy about merchandising related items your ...
Introducing e-Inquiry.(Everybody's Business)
Sep 01, 2008 ... Introducing e-Inquiry Jenny Lescohier, editor Online reader service provides quick response and saves you a stamp There's an old saying that goes something like this: The only constant in life is change. It's true, when you think about it. Nothing ever ...