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Fixed cab cranes are used widely throughout the heavy equipment industry, particularly in industrial settings. As the name suggests, fixed cab cranes have a fixed cab that resembles a truck…
Heavy equipment is machinery that’s designed to perform heavy-duty tasks in various industries, including the construction industry. Heavy equipment comes in various types, sizes, and capabilities. It’s used for different…
If you live in Georgia, Oklahoma, California, or Washington and want to become a crane operator, find a comprehensive training program at Heavy Equipment Colleges of America (HEC). We offer…
Backhoes are versatile pieces of heavy machinery, capable of drilling, digging, ripping, breaking, plowing, and more. Instead of using a fleet of machines to accomplish each of these tasks, construction…
Heavy equipment operation isn’t something anyone off the street can do right away. It takes knowledge, skills to safely operate any piece of equipment. You can get all of that…
The construction industry is vital to infrastructure. Yet, without skilled laborers, most of the projects couldn’t be completed nor can heavy equipment be operated properly. Unfortunately, that’s the situation the…
Bulldozers are one of the most common pieces of heavy equipment on any construction site. They aren’t as versatile as some machines, but what they do is provide a powerful…
You’ve probably seen enormous cranes posted on or near tall buildings. But how did they get there? What you saw was a tower crane, and it’s put together on a…
The construction industry is full of opportunities. It’s one of the fastest-growing fields in the U.S. and roles often come with good benefits (see below). However, some of the more…
Forklifts and their operators are vital to not only the construction industry but also warehouse operations around the world. Whether it's moving goods or transporting materials, you’ll see forklifts in…
