Heavy Equipment

4 articles

A powerful construction crane with visible hydraulic systems operating at a busy city construction site during a golden hour sunset.

What are hydraulic systems and why do they matter for heavy equipment?

Rapid braking in a crane's slewing system doesn't just stop the boom; it can instantaneously generate internal pressure surges that violently shake the operator's cab and boom, compromising safety.

Kyle Brenner·May 16, 2026

Close-up view of a heavy equipment hydraulic system with microscopic vapor bubbles forming and imploding, illustrating the destructive process of cavitation.

Tools & Equipment

What causes cavitation in heavy equipment hydraulic systems?

Inside a heavy equipment hydraulic system, tiny vapor cavities can form and implode in microseconds, creating shockwaves powerful enough to erode metal and cause catastrophic failure.

Luis Ortega·April 26, 2026

A high-powered pressure washer cleaning a heavily soiled construction crane, showcasing the effectiveness of GPM and PSI in heavy equipment maintenance.

Tools & Equipment

Choosing Pressure Washers for Heavy Equipment

A crane, uncleaned for 12 months, took 1.

Kyle Brenner·April 14, 2026

The new Hyundai HT30 compact track loader, a versatile yellow machine, operates on a construction site, demonstrating its powerful hydraulic arm and track system for professional use.

Tools & Equipment

Hyundai Unveils HT30 Compact Track Loader Sneak Peek

Hyundai Construction Equipment has unveiled its new HT30 compact track loader, a machine designed as a versatile tool carrier for construction and landscaping professionals.

Luis Ortega·April 9, 2026