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Equipment Hub: Talking technology

January 19, 2023
Andy Overbay

So how does one go about telling the difference between a valuable tool and a poor purchase decision?


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A bit about drill bits

January 12, 2023
Andy Overbay

A dentist has nothing on farmers and their drill bits. Not even close.


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Grain bin well house

December 13, 2022
Heather Eppich

Grain bins offer more than just grain storage.


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Testing your diagnostic skills – Brake fluid, exhaust leak, PTO speed

November 1, 2022
Ray Bohacz

Four farmers have four opinions on brake fluid, exhaust leaks and PTO speeds. Who's right?


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Winterizing your sprayer

August 26, 2022
Andy Overbay

I don’t know if you have purchased a new sprayer lately, but even ATV-type spot sprayers have gone up a good bit. What else is new, right? Everything is more expensive, but that makes it more important than ever to properly protect and store our spraying equipment.


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ETA: TBD

August 8, 2022
Julia McCarthy

If it seems like breakdowns are more frustrating than they were three years ago, you’re not alone. The representative at the dealership is probably feeling the stress too.


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Get ahead of your winter equipment maintenance

November 15, 2021
Matt Jaynes
As harvest winds down and winter sets in, now is the ideal time to inspect your equipment and identify any parts requiring repair or replacement. Proactive maintenance on your equipment will end up saving you time, money and a headache during the next harvest.
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Mechanics Corner: How to pick a wheel loader for your dairy

June 10, 2013
Tim Hilton and Scott Bayless
The dairy environment for wheel loaders is extremely harsh and provides some unique challenges. To ensure a long working life, there are some characteristics you should make sure the loader you choose possesses. And like any machine purchase, there are also some recommended options that will best tailor your loader for its work.
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Mechanics Corner: Preventing shop accidents

May 20, 2013
A. K. Jaussi and Tom Karsky
Equipment maintenance and repair is necessary to avoid downtime and to minimize major repairs. However, maintaining and repairing machines can lead to serious injury. Workers should be trained in shop safety and have the proper equipment to minimize or even eliminate the impact of shop accidents.
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Mechanics Corner: Under pressure

July 20, 2011
Michael Aguon
Proper maintenance and management of your tires can have far-reaching effects on your operation – from the performance of your equipment to the productivity of your fields. A few pounds of air pressure quickly find their way to your bottom line. Proper inflation is not a single number – it’s a factor of tire construction, load, speed and pressure, which is why manufacturers create extensive inflation pressure tables.
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