How to Attract and Retain a Strong Industrial Construction Team May 30, 2019 Prime construction season is upon us, and while securing contracts for projects may not be difficult, attracting and retaining a strong industrial construction team with diverse skills and experience can be. The pitfalls of a weak construction team can include winning less bids, lowered capacity to take on new jobs, and a weakened brand name/reputation....Read More
Three Ways to Reduce Waste on Your Industrial Construction Jobsite April 12, 2019 The amount of construction waste heading to landfills every year globally is set to double to 2.2 Billion tones by 2025, according to Construction and Demolition Recycling. Industrial Construction waste refers to both physical waste that ends up in landfills, and waste in terms of misused and lost time management and efficiency. Both types of...Read More
Five Ways Drones are Improving Industrial Jobsites April 4, 2019 The popularity and usage of drones on industrial jobsites has rapidly increased in recent years. The benefits of drones and their birds-eye capabilities span far beyond gathering aesthetic photos. Drones are useful in improving many aspects and outcomes for large-scale, industrial jobsites and construction projects, including enhancing surveying, project modelling and reporting. Here are five...Read More
How to Avoid Wet Stacking Light Towers February 11, 2019 It’s a common practice for diesel-powered equipment to be used as sources for additional power generation, especially when on-site generators are running at full capacity. Light towers, specifically, can be utilized for their power generation in addition to their use as a light source. A downside to this practice is that wet stacking can occur,...Read More
Five Factors to Consider for Remote Industrial Jobsite Success January 21, 2019 The stakes are high when it comes to managing and ensuring large-scale, industrial projects do not experience operational interruptions. Remote jobsite locations are even more challenging when it comes to operating continuously and cost-effectively, with zero downtime. Due to the unique challenges that come with remote industrial jobsites, project owners and managers need to be...Read More
Tier 4 Engine Adoption Program – What Does It Mean For Me? October 16, 2018 In an effort to become more environmentally-friendly, the Canadian government announced that as of January 1, 2019, equipment with engines classified at Tier 3 or lower will not be brought into Canada. Tier 3 units will be able to be sold and purchased if they are already in the existing Canadian inventory, but new equipment...Read More
Axiom and Sponsors Donate $11,000 to Oxbow Fire Department August 24, 2018 Axiom a Construction Equipment Company Donation On July 31, 2018 Axiom Equipment Group, along with the Saskarc Group and various community sponsors including Redhawk, Conquest Equipment, Mick’s Stop-N-Shop, Spearing’s, Bow Wood and Mayco, with donations from the community, collectively donated over $11,000 to the Oxbow Fire Department. The cheque was presented to the Oxbow Fire...Read More
Should I Rent or Buy My Construction Equipment? August 14, 2018 Construction Equipment is a huge investment. Often owners, project managers and site superintendents are faced with the question, should I rent or buy my equipment? We’ve created a quick guide to help you make the right choice for your situation. Frequency of use Frequency of use is an important factor to consider when determining...Read More
How Can I Prolong the Lifespan of My Equipment? June 15, 2018 Equipment is a huge investment when it comes to projects. To help you make the most of your investment, we’ve prepared tips on how to prolong the lifespan of your equipment: KEEPING YOUR EQUIPMENT CLEAN Keeping your equipment clean goes far beyond aesthetics. Cleaning your equipment regularly helps to prevent erosion, which can wear down...Read More
How Equipment Application and Operational Training Can Help You May 30, 2018 Heavy Equipment Application and Training Having high-quality equipment is essential to the success of any construction project. So is having a team that is knowledgeable and fully-trained to operate your equipment. Equipment Application and Operation Training helps you achieve success by equipping your team with skills in: Basic equipment operation Basic equipment maintenance Troubleshooting common...Read More