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Rod Sutton

Rod Sutton

Verified

Editorial Director, Construction Equipment

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Lifestyle , Sports , Politics , Breaking News , Post-Coup Unrest

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Sex education, sex crime etc

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Total articles 474

  • How to Handle Equipment Costs Lifted by Tariffs

    By Rod Sutton Verified| Construction Equipment Verified After a rough-and-tumble week of tariff roulette, one thing seems certain: Fleet managers face uncertainty when making long-range fleet decisions. “It’s business as usual right now,” says one manager, “with inquiring eyes peering into the news.”Equipment managers expect tariffs, whatever the value du jour, to increase the cost of equipment and parts for suppliers. And most expect those costs to be passed along to the fleet.

    By Rod Sutton Verified · Construction Equipment

    Apr. 10, 2025

  • Volvo Upgrades Compactors, Shows Electric Roller

    By Rod Sutton Verified| Construction Equipment Verified Volvo has upgraded its SD75 and SD45 soil compactors and PT125 pneumatic tire roller with the capability for over-the-air software updates. Wiring design has been optimized for commonality, cost-effectiveness, and ease of service. The diesel particulate filter (DPF) replacement intervals have been extended from 3,000 to 6,000 hours. LED work lights and beacons replace halogen lights, and telematics systems now include GSM/GPS and SATCOM antennas for optimized machine connectivity.

    By Rod Sutton Verified · Construction Equipment

    Apr. 02, 2025

  • How to Handle Equipment Costs Lifted by Tariffs

    By Rod Sutton Verified| Construction Equipment Verified After a rough-and-tumble week of tariff roulette, one thing seems certain: Fleet managers face uncertainty when making long-range fleet decisions. “It’s business as usual right now,” says one manager, “with inquiring eyes peering into the news.”Equipment managers expect tariffs, whatever the value du jour, to increase the cost of equipment and parts for suppliers. And most expect those costs to be passed along to the fleet.

    By Rod Sutton Verified · Construction Equipment

    Apr. 10, 2025

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Construction Equipment

Construction Equipment Magazine is a leading publication and digital platform in the construction equipment industry, operated by Endeavor Business Media. It serves as a valuable resource for fleet managers and equipment professionals, offering insights into heavy equipment, trucks, and related technologies. The magazine focuses on industry trends, equipment evaluations, and management best practices. The magazine provides a range of services, including in-depth equipment evaluations to assist in purchasing decisions, coverage of the latest industry news, and guidance on equipment management strategies. It features a print magazine with articles on innovation and case studies, a digital platform with a searchable database, and educational content on advancements in technology. Targeting construction fleet managers, equipment dealers, and industry professionals, Construction Equipment Magazine connects manufacturers, rental companies, and distributors with decision-makers in the construction sector. It plays a crucial role in documenting the evolution of the industry and its modern applications.

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Founded: 2009