Toromont Cat specialists Damien Godard and Luca Seca discuss the decision to, at one point or another, rebuild a machine, the advantages of doing a rebuild, the four basic categories of this growing trend, the total cost of ownership, how to plan a rebuild, the ratio between the different rebuild options, the importance of the initial inspection, how customers are involved in the rebuild process, and the continued relationship with the machine after the rebuild. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: 00:00 - Introduction 01:10 - Rebuild’s biggest advantages 02:49: Basic catego ..read more

Toromont Cat specialists Brian Davis and Dan Martin discuss the benefits of getting connected as well as how to reduce owning and operating costs, how to get higher uptime and better manage fleets (under- and over- utilization), how much idle time costs, when it is useful to have fault codes and when it is not, the importance of timeliness when delivering data, and tips and trends about connectivity. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: 00:00 - Introduction 01:20 - What benefits do customers get from getting connected?  06:55 - Managing fleets: how to keep an eye on ..read more

Toromont Cat specialists Brian Davis and Danny Prenoveau discuss the advantages of the small excavator size-class application and integrated technology, the evolution of the market for smaller track-type tractors and mini hydraulic excavators over the past ten years, the similarities between small and big excavators, with the added benefit of being able to work in small spaces, the features and what you need to know about excavators when tackling small projects, whether you should rent or buy, which machine is right for you and how to manage costs without compromising on quality. In this epis ..read more

Smart ways to improve operations with onboard machine technology Toromont Cat product specialists Brian Davis and Patrice Blier discuss how technology helps bring ‘’inexperienced’’ operators up to speed quickly, while enabling pro-level operators to perform better than ever, taking their game to another level. They look into important tools like Cat® Grade technology, Cat® Payload Technology, E-Fence Technology, and Assisted technologies; benefits of each, challenges, key advice and customer’ needs. In this episode, we cover several key topics including: Accuracy of 2D and 3D Grade Control ..read more