Learn why checking your wheel loader’s cooling system should be part of every daily walk-around. Kirby-Smith PSSR Chase Barber from our Fort Worth branch walks through how to inspect, clean, and perform a fan reversal to keep your machine running at its best. Continue reading...
Before the first freeze hits, take time to get your machines ready. Cold temps thicken fluids, drain batteries, and make every start tougher. A few smart steps now can keep your equipment running efficiently all winter, and save you from costly downtime later. Continue reading...
Large off-road machinery frames generally last 40,000 to 60,000 hours or more, depending on use and the conditions and materials they deal with on a daily basis. The life of most of their components are typically about half as long, according to Kirby-Smith Machinery Inc. Business Development Manager Kevin Chastain. Continue reading...
Understanding total cost of ownership (TCO) over the lifetime of a machine helps you make highly informed decisions about which equipment to buy. Several factors go into calculating TCO. Some costs are fixed, such as the initial purchase price, while other costs – repair and maintenance, fuel and operators' hourly wages, for example – fluctuate. Continue reading...
