Equipment selection makes all the difference Ask any snow professional what the biggest challenge is concerning sidewalk management and you’ll hear that it’s retaining sidewalk crew members. “When we have a 12-hour snow storm, they just get burned out,” said … Continue reading →
It’s the Chia Pet of concrete application, and it’s revolutionizing the industry. Concrete fabric is a flexible, cement-impregnated material that hardens when hydrated to form a thin, durable, waterproof and fire resistant reinforced concrete layer without the need for mixing … Continue reading →
The mission of Central Parts Warehouse is to supply quality parts at affordable prices for its resellers, municipalities and end users. Additionally, the company operates a free technical service call line and regularly publishes industry-relevant information on a company blog. … Continue reading →
Confined space rescue preparedness is an essential component of any business or municipality. Confined space training is required for entry into sewers, underground utilities, tunnels and other spaces. But often employees are not trained properly or safely, meaning it can … Continue reading →
As soon as the weather is warm enough for grass to grow, public works employees stay busy keeping parks, medians and public land trimmed and tidy. With all the ground they have to cover, choosing the right mowers is key … Continue reading →
A new report released by the National League of Cities showed municipalities continue to face the prolonged effects of the economic downturn. According to the City Fiscal Conditions report, released in September, city revenues continued to fall for the sixth … Continue reading →
One strategy for making your department’s budget go farther is to put that extra equipment on the market: The trick is figuring out which selling strategy will get you the best price and involves the least amount of hassle. For … Continue reading →
