Training & How-To Videos
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Compaction
MQ Mikasa Rammers
Multiquip has built a reputation on providing the most innovative, lowest maintenance and most productive rammers in the business. High performance and unparalleled reliability have made Multiquip’s Mikasa Rammers the #1 choice in the equipment rental industry and the standard among contractors everywhere.
MQ Mikasa Plate Compactors
Multiquip’s Mikasa Plate Compactors are recognized as the industry standard for compacting granular soils and asphalt. Thousands of satisfied users know that Multiquip’s Mikasa Plate Compactors have it all-top performance, easy handling, low maintenance and long life. Our best-selling plate, the MVC88, now features an advanced anti-vibration handle design that reduces vibration to the operator by up to 50% compared to other plate compactors.
Concrete & Masonry Equipment
Husqvarna DM 220 on DS 250 – Drilling concrete
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Husqvarna drillmotor DM 220 beeing used on the DS 250 drillstand along with the DC 1400 to perform wet drilling in concrete. With Husqvarna’s system concept, you can easily put together the ideal system for the type of drilling you do. All components are developed by Husqvarna’s own design department to be combinable and easy to understand. Machines, tools and stands all work together to make set-up easy and to deliver your desired results, with minimal effort.
How to Use an 8″ Walk-Behind Crete-Planer™
The 8″ Walk-Behind Crete-Planer™ (CPM-8) is an aggressive removal and resurfacing machine that is ideal to remove concrete & asphalt, level high spots, eliminate sidewalk trip hazards, and create textured, roughened, and cleaned surfaces. Crete-Planers level, remove, texture and groove concrete and asphalt surfaces. The 8” Planer solves common removal applications and is the best product to quickly level sidewalk trip hazards.
How to Use an 18″ Walk-Behind Saw
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This video shows how to operate and maintain the EDCO 18″ Walk-Behind Saw (DS-18). The DS-18 is ideal for shorter-run sawing applications like trenching, cutting contraction joints, utility installation, and patch repair. It is a gasoline-powered, downcut saw with an 18-inch blade capacity. Walk-Behind Flat Saws solve short-run cutting applications including utility installation, road repair, and trenching. This 18” saw offers quality features at an economical price. Features include a thick steel frame, improved throttle cable, and arbor wrenches included.
MQ Whiteman Instaclutch Walk-Behind Trowels Operation Overview
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Watch this video to learn more about operating and maintaining your MQ Whiteman Instaclutch series Walk Behind Power Trowel! walk-behind power trowels add another dimension to our walk behind trowel line-up. This innovative clutch system immediately disengages the drive system should the operator release the handle. Engineered to provide the performance you expect and the reliability you depend upon.
Multiquip Whiteman HTX (Ride On Trowel)
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The MQ Whiteman hydraulic ride-on power trowels deliver all the features contractors demand for high performance finishing equipment. Now, with innovative features such as SmartPitch, Power Management, and Cruise Control we help you get the most performance out of your equipment. Multiquip is proud to offer the world’s premier line of concrete trowels. Whiteman trowels were the first on the market and continue to lead the industry in quality, reliability and innovation. MQ Whiteman Ride-On Trowels are the most powerful and dependable machines in the industry. Make sure your equipment is capable of delivering the high-quality results you demand day in and day out.
Husqvarna Soff-Cut 5000 with Dust Port Overview
The self-propelled 25HP Husqvana Soff-Cut 5000 is the perfect saw for Ultra Early EntryTM sawing of concrete in the Green ZoneTM. These saws include an integrated dust collection port standard. They are perfect for high production sawing of airport runways, highways, or expansive warehouses and deliver cutting depths up to 4” with a 14” Soff-Cut blade. The The Husqvarna Soff-Cut system allows for sawing contraction joints within 1-4 hours of finishing the concrete. Delivering unparalleled quality of cut and design which prevents chipping and spalling of joints. The saws work in conjunction with a wide assortment of Husqvarna Soff-Cut diamond blades. Husqvarna Soff-Cut 5000, PN#966845704 (US)
Concrete Stamping
How to Stamp Concrete with Ashlar Stamps
Ashlar stamp patterns are signified by their square and rectangular stones of varying sizes arranged in an interlocking pattern. This pattern has been commonly found in traditional masonry paving and walls throughout history. This popularity has carried through to the stamped concrete revolution. As one of the most popular stamp pattern families, it is important to know how to best layout and use Ashlar pattern concrete stamps.
The techniques in this video apply to a wide variety of Brickform textures including Ashlar Cut Slate, Rough Cut Ashlar, Large Cut Ashlar Slate, and more. Ashlar pattern stamping tools typically interlock or nest in a repeating pattern. Each subsequent tool is placed one step over and a little forward of the previous. Use natural stone color combinations for best effects. Common base colors include light and medium tone grays, tans, and buffs. Releases and highlights are generally darker grays, blacks, and dark browns.
Contractor’s Misc. Equipment
Multiquip New WT5C Water Trailer
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The WT5C is an industrial 500 Gal. Mobile Water Trailer with trusted MQ 2″ Centrifugal Pump. The WT5C is ready to tackle a host of assignments to include: dust control, emergency firefighting response, construction, agricultural support and equipment wash down. The easy-operating manifold designs permits easy suction/discharge operations.
Earth Moving
Cat® F2 Backhoe Loaders at Work
Cat® Backhoe Loaders provide superior digging, trenching, back-filling and material handling capability and can be used for many applications, including but not limited to General Construction, Demolitions and Excavations, Landscaping, Breaking Asphalt and Paving. Cat backhoes deliver the power and precise handling you need when operating in areas where using larger equipment is not practical.
Yanmar Mini Excavator ViO17
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The most compact machine you’ll find of its kind, the ViO17 can also be both the narrowest and widest, thanks to its variable undercarriage. This means it’s also the most stable. It also leads the field in other important areas, thanks to its monoblock chassis for robustness, and three pumps which allow it to generate the most power of any comparable machine. Exceptionally durable, the ViO17 is also surprisingly easy to maintain.
Floor Care
Learn how to grind and polish your concrete floor!
This video gives you step-by-step instructions on how to grind and polish a commercial finish Hiperfloor® with Husqvarna’s new range of floor grinders. Hiperfloor® commercial finish means you will end up with a medium-gloss finish for semi-exposed and low-exposed aggregate floors.
Commercial Finish is an indoor application aimed at retail areas, shop fronts, and indoor public spaces but also perfect if you want a new garage floor. The result is a floor that offers functionality and low maintenance but is still aesthetically pleasing.
– Easy to clean and maintain
– Resistant to wear and spills
– Abrasion-resistant
– Slip-resistant
– Minimal lifetime cost
EZ-8 Drum Sander from American Sanders
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The EZ 8 Drum Sander is ideal for sanding larger areas or for floors that are uneven or in poor condition and need an aggressive sanding machine. The EZ-8 drum sander combines professional contractor-type floor sanding results with highly productive, easy-to-use equipment features for the do-it-yourselfer. The EZ-8 comes apart easily for transportation to and from the worksite. An enclosed motor eliminates overheating, and the drum lowering lever lets you feather the drum like the pros.
Features:
- Heavy duty 1-1/2 hp dual capacitor motor provides power for the most demanding jobs.
- Disassembles easily for transport or storage.
- Totally enclosed dust free motor eliminates motor cleaning.
- 40 ft. gray rubber covered power cable provides longer reach.
- Rugged cast aluminum construction designed for years of service.
How to Use a Magna-Trap® Dual Disc Concrete Floor Grinder
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EDCO Magna-Trap™ Dual Disc Concrete Floor Grinders are used for topical concrete applications, such as grinding, stripping, scrapping, surface leveling, and surface cleaning and finishing. Floor Grinders solve first layer applications like smoothing concrete, preparing floors for new coverings and removing thinner coatings, soft materials and ice. This dual-disc model grinds approximately 500sqft per hour. Using EDCO’s exclusive Leveling System you can adjust the machine’s height, use a wide range of accessories, and truly grind level. Level grinding is quicker, smoother, easier on the operator, and increases accessory life.
Training: How to Use Scabblers
This training video will show how to operate and maintain the EDCO CD-5, CD-3, and Gutter Gator Scabblers. Scabblers are ideal for aggressive concrete removal, concrete leveling, and surface texturing and grooving. Crete-Crushers aggressively solve concrete removal applications by hammering pointed bits into surfaces. These deep layer tasks include recapping floors and removing spalling or laitance concrete. The 5 Bit CD5 removes 250sqft of per hour.
Garden & Yard
30SG Stump Grinder Features
The Barreto 30SG’s 1,670 lb. frame keeps the unit stable and in proper contact with the stump, and the low center of gravity helps stabilize the unit on uneven terrain. The track system features a true skid-steer type drive that provides excellent maneuverability, allowing the operator to easily transport the unit to and from the work site. The hydraulic direct drive eliminates the need for expensive drive belts, and the open and accessible body style allows for easy service and maintenance.
RTK Stand-On Track Trencher Features
The RTK Stand-on Track Trencher features a fixed platform, and with engine options of 20 or 23hp, it attacks the ground and the job with the power to meet the challenge. Trenching up to 48” deep and 6” wide, these trenchers will take on anything that is thrown at them. The RTK trenchers feature a 7.1” wide track that creates 235 square inches of footprint on each side of the machine. This gives the outstanding traction on wet soil, clay, sand, or steep terrain while softening the impact on any existing landscaping. The track absorbs most of the impact caused by rocks, roots, or other obstructions in the soil. The RTK features a weight advantage that improves traction, reduces impact on the operator, and provides stability. All models feature electric start.
Toro TX 1000 Overview
As the market leader, Toro has taken another giant step in innovation, performance and versatility with the all new Traxmaster TX1000. Designed with vertical lift loader arms, its 488kg (1,000-lb.) rated operating capacity delivers category-crushing performance that’s an industry game-changer. Turn your loader into a multi-purpose workhorse with genuine Toro compact utility loader attachments. Each attachment is equipped with Toro’s unique Quick Attach System™ (QAS). The QAS makes changing attachments as simple as turning 2 levers.
Billy Goat OS901SPH Self Propelled Overseeder
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Billy Goat’s self-propelled overseeder reduces fatigue associated with pushing and features intuitive forward and reverse operator controls. New to the unit is a blade design that reduces thatch and improves blade life due to its sharpened leading edge and attack angle combined with a new foot actuated height adjust that raises and lowers the reel effortlessly, providing more blade depth. The unit is 22” wide with an exclusive 11-blade slicing reel that floats along contours of yards increasing seed to soil contact and improving germination rates. The unit comes standard with a 30 lb. seed box that is generously elevated above the turf to eliminate any clogging that may occur from moisture. (Pictured without optional seed box cover.)
STK Track Trencher Features
With its compact size and weight of 1,085 pounds, the STK track trencher has the same key features as our larger track trencher. The innovative new track system and compact frame design provide both stability and maneuverability. A hydraulic cooler with incorporated fan keeps the oil temperatures regulated. Electric start is standard on all models. Efficient and functional, the STK is the perfect addition to any trencher fleet.
The STK features our Adjustable Trenching Controls (ATC) that use rod linkage instead of cables. The ATC can be positioned to modify the trenching speed of the tracks individually while on the go. By utilizing the individual track controls, the operator has the ability to keep their trench straight when working on uneven terrain. In keeping with the Barreto standard, the STK trencher is low maintenance and reliable in the most difficult conditions. The effortless steering, tracks, and size of this trencher make the operator’s job simple and keeps customer satisfaction high. Components are protected yet easily accessed and maintenance costs are minimal.
How to Start an Ariens® Snow Blower
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Do you know how to start your Ariens® Sno-Thro®? If you have a non-EFI, or non-electronic fuel-injected snow blower, you may need to choke and prime your snow blower engine before starting. With over 4 million snow blowers produced since 1960, Ariens® is the #1 brand of two-stage snow blowers in the world. Our machines are passed down from generation to generation. When you choose us, you’re not just choosing a snow blower – you’re choosing an Ariens.
How to Start an Ariens® EDGE Zero Turn Lawn Mower
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Do you know how to use the choke on a lawn mower? Watch the instructions for starting an engine on an Ariens® EDGE zero-turn lawn mower. With Ariens, zero-degree turning was only the beginning. These cut your mowing time in half with faster speeds and superior maneuverability than lawn tractors. And, with many available attachments, they do way more than just mow.
Barreto 920LS Log Splitter Safety Procedures
CAREFULLY READ THE OPERATORS MANUAL. FAILURE TO READ AND UNDERSTAND THE MANUAL CAN RESULT IN VERY SERIOUS INJURY, ESPECIALLY TO FINGERS! Do not change or alter the machine in any way. All shields, guards, safety devices and decals must be kept in place. ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GLASSES, gloves and steel-toed boots when operating the log splitter. Keep clothing, hands, feet and other body parts away from moving parts. PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO KEEP FINGERS CLEAR! Operate outdoors and avoid breathing exhaust and fumes. Fuel exhaust and fuel fumes can cause illness or death. Fuel-fumes can catch fire or explode. Do not smoke or operate near flames or sparks. Make sure the latch is locked when using in either vertical or horizontal position.
BILLY GOAT PR550 DETHATCHER
Billy Goat PR550 series Dethatcher instructional video offers quick and easy operating instructions. A power rake takes the work out of dethatching a lawn, and with Billy Goat’s PR 550, making the switch from manual to motorized lawn care doesn’t mean adding a lot of hassle. By using some clever design features, they’ve created a rake that can be set up in a variety of configurations to do everything from overseed to improve drainage while remaining mechanically simple and easy to maintain.
STIHL KM 110 R KombiMotor – How to Unflood
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Quick tips on how to unflood the STIHL KM 110 KombiMotor. Tackle yard projects with ease with the KM 111 R KombiMotor. Part of the STIHL KombiSystem of multi-tasking tools, this model features a powerful, low-emission engine with a large fuel tank that provides 30% longer run times than the previous model. Professional landscapers looking for power and versatility will like the KM 111 R and its semi-automatic choke lever, one-touch stop, and improved air filter extending service life and replacement intervals. Plus, the KM 111 R is compatible with up to 14 interchangeable attachments, allowing you to operate and power up multiple tools with one KombiMotor while saving on fuel and maintenance.
Billy Goat PLUGR® Aerators
PLUGR 18″ and 25″ reciprocating aerators offer the best combination of productivity, operator comfort, superior aeration results, variable hole density and remarkably low maintenance in its class. See them in action! Billy Goat leads the industry in advanced technology reciprocating aerators, including the game changing PLUGR® cam-driven core aerators and the 30″ “One & Done” hydrostatic aerator–an industry first, which raises the bar in providing higher quality, higher productivity commercial aeration.
Instruments & Lasers
UL633 Application Dual Axis Grade Match
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The Spectra Precision UL633 Universal Laser is the first construction laser allowing total automatic control of all three axes (X/Y/Z). Control of the Z axis is accomplished through the new “fan beam” technology, while control of the X and Y axis utilizes a dual radio connection. Benefiting of all the know-how of Spectra Precision, the UL633 Universal Laser is appropriate for all applications producing an easy, fast and accurate job. The Universal laser can provide precise automatic axes alignments to two desired points without positioning the receivers 90 degrees perpendicular. This allows contractors to perform easily dual axis alignments for applications such as grade work on sports fields, parking lots, tennis courts and driveways. Since the UL633 Universal Laser can work with two receivers simultaneously, contractors can measure an unknown grade value automatically between two elevation points in Grade Match mode.
TOPCON Rotating laser Laser RL-VH4DR Training Video
The Topcon RL-VH4DR Multi-Purpose Rotary Laser is a self-leveling tool used for measuring up to 1,000 feet range with a laser receiver, with a higher accuracy of ±1/16-inch at 65 feet. The unit has a bubble level, as well as a plumb beam. Self-leveling within ±5 degrees, the 180-degree straight beam can be used for both indicating horizontal and vertical lines. The RL-VH4DR’s laser guard can also be removed, providing a 360-degree field. With an automatic leveling feature, Topcon RL-VH4DR Laser will give you an alert if it is no longer level. It features an autoscan beam control with line drawing. Also, this rotating laser has rotating speeds of 0 and 300 rotations per minute.
Having an IP54 rating, the RL-VH4DR is dustproof and water-resistant. It can operate up to 90 hours using alkaline batteries and 45 hours with NiMH rechargeable batteries. In addition, the operating temperature -4°F to 122°F allows the instrument to withstand harsh weather conditions.
Lifts
Genie® E-Drive Scissor Lifts
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Genie® GS™ slab scissor lifts are exceptionally mobile, letting operators easily maneuver around tight indoor and outdoor worksites with firm, level surfaces. Characterized by low noise levels, Genie slab scissor lifts provide excellent capacity and large platform workspace.
Product Introduction: Genie® GS™-1330m Scissor Lift – ANSI
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The Genie® GS™-1330m scissor lift offers a maximum platform height of 12.8 ft (3.9 m) and a maximum working height of 18.8 ft (5.9 m), with a 2-person, 500-lb (227 kg) capacity and weighing in at only 1,950 lb (885 kg).
Remediation & Drying
Dri Eaz HEPA 500 Air Scrubber
Commercial Air Scrubbers use HEPA air filtration unit for optimum performance. The HEPA filter media has an efficiency rating of 99.97% against 0.3-micron oily aerosol particles. Commercial Air Scrubbers help restore indoor air quality in Commercial and light industrial settings, universities, schools, hospitality venues and healthcare environments by removing harmful allergens and mold spores – especially important for allergen-sensitive or immune-compromised areas or occupants.