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Kobelco’s Bounceback: 20 New Products to Be Unveiled in 18 Months (Video)
In this episode of The Dirt, we look at the company's quick rebound from last year's engine mishap and its new dash-7 and -11 excavators.
May 13, 2022
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“The Sargent Academy” – A Contractor’s New Way to Attract Employees
The company uses a university dorm and for six weeks immerses new hires in the construction business. Watch the latest episode of The Dirt.
May 6, 2022
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This Contractor Loves VR Simulators – Less Damage, Increased Safety, Happier Employees | The Dirt #69
Check out the latest episode of The Dirt where OE Construction of Colorado reveals the surprising benefits it has discovered with equipment simulators.
April 29, 2022
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Video: Contractors Need to Change to Succeed in Today’s Market
What’s a contractor to do when a core business market shrinks or the labor pool runs dry or both? Check out the latest episode of The Dirt for the answer.
April 22, 2022
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How to Raise Your Prices While Keeping Your Customers | The Dirt #67
How to tactfully approach customers about price increases, where to raise your rates and what to do once the economy levels out.
April 15, 2022
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Video: Senzit Tracks Air Filter Life at Lower Cost Than Telematics
In this episode of The Dirt, we look at a product that tells you in real time how much longer your equipment's air filter will last.
April 8, 2022
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Video: Colorado Contractor Gets Powerful Results from New Technology
OE Construction has become more efficient and profitable – even tracked down its stolen equipment. See how on this episode of The Dirt.
April 1, 2022
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Video: Looking for Ways to Save on Fuel? Check Your Equipment’s Oil
In this episode of The Dirt, we discuss how switching to lighter, thinner oil can raise fuel economy.
March 25, 2022
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Video: How Will the War in Ukraine Affect Contractors in 2022?
In this episode of The Dirt, the chief economist for Associated General Contractors forecasts the invasion's impact on the construction market.
March 18, 2022
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Doosan's Dozer Debut: Taking a Leap into New Territory
In this episode of The Dirt, we give a closer look at the first ever dozer from Doosan, including video of the prototype DD100 in action.
March 11, 2022
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A Closer Look at the World’s First All-Electric CTL: Bobcat’s T7X
In this episode of The Dirt, we get answers from Bobcat to the most pressing questions about the groundbreaking compact track loader.
March 4, 2022
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Video: How to Increase Oil-Drain Intervals Without Wrecking Your Equipment
In this video episode of The Dirt, a Chevron expert explains how to responsibly double the hours between oil changes to save on maintenance costs.
February 25, 2022
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Video: How This Contractor Finds Lots of Workers on Social Media
Ken White Construction's posts on Instagram, YouTube and TikTok are bringing in resumes every day, VP says.
February 18, 2022
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Video: Contractors, Don't Forget to Charge for Mobilization | The Dirt #58
Lots of small contractors are leaving this cost out of their estimates and billing – and it's costing them lots of money, especially with historically high fuel prices.
February 11, 2022
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Video: A Contractor of 33 Years Shares His Recipe for Growth | The Dirt #57
In this short episode of The Dirt, you will gain valuable insight to help take your construction business to the next level.
February 4, 2022
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Video: How to Maintain Construction Equipment in Cold Weather | The Dirt #56
In this episode of The Dirt, we look at how to choose the right engine and hydraulic oils for the dead of winter.
January 28, 2022
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Video: Warning! Don’t Mess Around With DEF | The Dirt #55
In this video episode of The Dirt, we give a brief, easy-to-understand overview of DEF and how it should be handled – as well as things you should never, ever do.
January 21, 2022
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Video: A Surprisingly Low-Cost Estimating Tool for Small Contractors
In this episode of The Dirt, host Bryan Furnace demonstrates software that has been a game changer for bidding projects.
January 14, 2022
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