Spring is here! You know what that means – it’s time to get your heavy equipment primed for the busy season ahead. After an idle winter, your machines need some TLC. Here are some steps to get you started. Do a Visual Inspection Winter can take a significant toll on your equipment. You immediately notice […]
When the roads are too slick to travel in the winter, it’s not uncommon for operations to shut down for weeks on end. In fact, in cities like Spokane, Bend, and Prineville, four to eight weeks of downtime is almost expected. With valuable time lost, there’s a big push to jump right back into things […]
Below are some tips to ensure your heavy machinery is winter-ready: Tip #1: Inspect the Battery Taking a close look at the battery prior to use is essential for safe operation. Attempting to charge a battery that is frozen can be dangerous. Make sure you give the battery time to get ready and heat up […]
Triad Machinery is a leader in forestry, cranes, and construction equipment here in the Pacific Northwest. We sell and service major brands, such as Link-Belt, Tigercat, T-MAR, and many more. With six branches throughout Oregon and Washington, we pride ourselves on being a trusted dealer and service expert for heavy machinery. If you’re looking into […]
Similar to household power tools, the versatility of industrial equipment enhances its utility. Stationary booms, backhoes, skid steers, and even forklifts are all crafted to fulfill various functions beyond their primary roles, depending on how they are outfitted. Excavators stand out as remarkably versatile machines. Apart from the standard digging and scraping buckets, they can […]
Now through 08/31/24: Triad Machinery is offering special financing for Link-Belt Excavators! As Link-Belt Excavators celebrates 150 years of groundbreaking history, we’re excited to offer you a deal as solid as our machines! 0% Financing for 36 Months On Link-Belt Excavators now through June 30th, as well as other exclusive financing options. Legacy Isn’t Built […]
If you work on the administrative side of any business, from the construction to forestry industry to everything in between, you have to deal with technology. Payments, contracts, employee records and more can be processed digitally now. For example, a construction contractor may be required to digitally submit documents for a job, or a trucking […]
Last month, members of Triad Machinery’s service department attended a training that was held by NPK Construction Equipment, one of Triad’s providers of construction attachments. Service staff from Triad’s Portland and Spokane branch were in attendance for the training, which was hosted at NPK’s headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. Training at the NPK facility provided a […]
Many construction jobsites are now taking advantage of grade control systems, a technology that makes the grading process both simpler and more accurate. Overview On Grade Control Jobsite grading is a crucial first step in preparing land for development, as it plays a critical role in laying out a mapped overview of the site that […]
When summertime temperatures are on the rise in the Pacific Northwest, that means preventative maintenance and care can be needed to prevent heat-related problems in equipment. One such problem: Hot temperatures can cause sludge, fungal substance or other contaminants to build up in your fuel tank and damage your machine. Protect Your Diesel Fuel Tank […]
