People have become increasingly more innovative throughout the years thanks to heavy machinery. However, some people are taking their creativity to a whole new level. Recently, the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency) arrested three men for attempting to smuggle more than 1 ton of marijuana into the state of Ohio using ripper attachments. According to a…
Tracking the Uniform Commercial Code-1 filings on financed equipment is the EDA (Equipment Data Associates), a division of Randall-Reilly. According to the EDA, financed new construction equipment numbers increased by 8 percent from April to May. The top new equipment contractor buyers bought 65 machines for this month. These machines included 35 excavators, 22 dozers,…
On June 12, 2013, both a patent violation complaint and lawsuit against Sany America was filed by Manitowoc Cranes to the USITC (United States International Trade Commission). The USITC has announced that an investigation will take place to confirm the validity of the patent infringement claims made by Manitowoc. The alleged patent violation is focused…
The heavy construction equipment market has shown consistent improvement in global sales since 2012. Some countries around the world have seen the increasing sales take on a significant role in pricing for used goods, and the growing demand for new goods have reduced prices for used equipment. North America went from being the leader in…
When you think of the most recognized brand names in the heavy equipment industry, Caterpillar, Hitachi, and Komatsu may be at the top of the list. International Construction’s magazine- The Yellow Table- present how these multi-national, multi-billion dollar businesses measure up to one another in a highly competitive market. These big brands have continued to…
Expert Heavy Equipment’s subsidiary company EHE Auctions is now open for business! Below, are a few tips to make sure you are ahead of your competitors when placing bids for a machine!!! Participating in online auctions means competing with buyers from all over the world. Having a strategy together before placing your bids at an…
As our society and business become increasingly more global, you may ask yourself: Is my company adjusting to the modern business world? Am I only focusing on local markets? Will I continue to be successful if I don’t reach out to other states, countries, or even continents? Look at some of the latest facts and…
Putting a bit of time, effort and money into fixing up a machine has the potential to increase the item’s resale value and help sellers get more money back. In many cases, the costs of making a few repairs are counterbalanced by the higher profit. But it is also important to understand that sometimes, it…
Before you purchase any machine you should always check its condition. Verifying the condition of a machine will greatly help you determine the value and whether or not the machine is “work ready.” Inspection along with Operation – You can physically inspect a machine or you can request detail photos and video to determine the…
Before you purchase any machine you should always check its condition. Verifying the condition of a machine will greatly help you determine the value and whether or not the machine is “work ready.” Inspection along with Operation – You can physically inspect a machine or you can request detail photos and video to determine the condition. …