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Top 5 Reasons to Rent a Mini Excavator

Renting a mini excavator from the Cat® Rental Store can help you complete a wide range of landscaping tasks quickly, safely, and efficiently. Not only are they light weight and easy to maneuver, but are compatible with a wide range of attachments too.

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A Guide to Renting Aerial Work Platforms

Did you know that you can rent Aerial Work Platforms from The Cat® Rental Store? We carry a wide range of Boom Lifts, Scissor Lifts, and Manlifts to help you complete all your

Why Choose a Full-Service Heavy Equipment Dealer?

Have you ever wondered how a full-service heavy equipment dealer like Finning can help you and your business? The difference is that we do it all, from sales to renting, financing, servicing, and providing parts. Here’s why you should choose a full-service dealer for your heavy equipment.

The Evolution of a 50+ Year Partnership:  C. Duncan Construction and Finning

What does it mean to ‘bleed yellow’? Learn about C. Duncan Construction and how the success of the family owned and operated heavy construction company since 1966 is grounded in its partnership with Finning and Cat® equipment.

How to Convert Your Landscaping Equipment into Snow & Ice Removal Equipment for Winter

Having the right equipment and tools is key to managing snow and ice removal services. Make sure you have the right equipment to handle all weather conditions and the flexibility to handle roads, driveways, parking lots and sidewalks.

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CUBIQ Explained: How Finning is Advancing Heavy Construction and Mining Operations

CUBIQ is an operational goal-setting program that helps heavy construction and mining operations make more informed decisions about how to utilize their equipment on a project site.

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How To Winterize Your Skid Steer

Have you thought about winterizing your skid steer this year? We have a step-by-step guide you can follow, and we answer some common questions our Finning Service Techs receive.

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Your Top Snow Removal Equipment Rental Options

When you have to clear large amounts of snow for clients, you need the right equipment for the job. As this type of work is seasonal, exploring snow removal equipment rental options is smart.

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Is It DIY Time? Here’s How Tool Rental Can Help

With warm weather comes plenty of DIY home projects. Fortunately, tool rental has never been easier.

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4 Benefits of Equipment Rental for Contractors

Most contractors need a range of tools and machines on hand. This can be costly, so for many contractors, equipment rental is the answer.

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Use Technology to Get Jobs Done Faster and Safer

COVID-19 impacted how we work. In the last year, technology has emerged as the real hero, mitigating the negative implications on the construction industry while reducing costs, keeping project schedules on track and increasing jobsite security and safety.

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Choose the Right Generator for Your Greenhouse Operation

As a sector that relies heavily on maintaining a controlled environment for optimal plan health, having a sustainable power source is critical. Greenhouses are considering new, more efficient ways to operate.

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The Best Landscaping Tools for Your Business

Here’s a rundown of the types of landscaping tools on the market and how to select equipment that will help you achieve your goals.

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3 Reasons Your Mining Operation Needs Cat® Minestar Command

A remote northern location and unpredictable weather and ground conditions made implementing technology and converting the entire operation a big challenge, but Finning was there to tackle the challenge and provide support to Imperial Oil through this journey.

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Construction Solutions: Cat® Diesel Electric Machines

Diesel electric drive machines are gaining traction and have the potential to decrease load cycle times, increase maintenance intervals, lower emissions and reduce fuel costs. There can be big benefits, but the key is to determine whether this equipment is right for your job site.

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Power Systems Solutions: Drive Efficiency and Reduce Emissions

When it comes to power generation technology, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. When considering a power generation portfolio, diversity of supply and maintaining a balance should be your top priority, whether systems are purchased new or rented.

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3 Things to Consider to Help Maximize Your Mining Operation

In mining, if you want to achieve more, you have to start with an investment in not only the right equipment but also the right equipment dealer. A trusted partner can help you leverage deep category experience, analytics and actionable insights to drive operational efficiency.

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Use Rental to Help Minimize Risk

With a continued focus on keeping everyone safe, there is no better time to add rental equipment to your fleet. From flexibility to maintenance, here are some ways rental can benefit your whole operation, even post-pandemic.

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Choosing the Right Equipment Requires Careful Consideration

Today, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders and mini excavators have largely replaced the backhoe loader. The skid steer and compact track loader are faster and far more maneuverable and the mini excavator allows you to access tighter spaces far better than the backhoe loader.

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Jump-start Jobsite Productivity with an AC Rental

When you’re working, heat slows you down and makes tasks unpleasant. Fortunately, Finning Power Systems Rental offers portable air-conditioning unit rentals to help your team chill out and be more productive on the job site.

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8 Key Technologies to Help Improve Productivity for Pavers

Technology is transforming paving operations, creating greater efficiencies, and having a real-time effect on the paving process. From telematics and software to thermal mapping and process monitoring systems, here are 8 technologies to consider integrating into your paving operation.

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What You Should Know About Sustainable Power Generation Solutions

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions and keeping costs down was the number one priority for Tervita when looking for a temporary electric power solution for a new gas processing facility just south of Grande Prairie, Alberta.

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The Benefits of Telematics: How to Ensure Your Operators Get the Best Use Out of Equipment

Telematics is continuing to help construction companies operate more effectively and efficiently and now can also be used as a tool to meet sustainability goals. More construction companies are trusting it to get the job done faster and safer.

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Forestry Productivity Boost: When it comes to improving performance, equipment reliability is a lifeline

Equipment has always played a key role in keeping jobs moving and workers safe in the forestry industry. But there’s always room for improvement – even when you think your equipment and technology are as good as it gets.

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Your Complete Guide to Trench Shoring Systems

Trench shoring systems are designed to help you protect your people and achieve your goals flexibly and cost-efficiently. Here’s a summary of what you can find in trench shoring rentals and how the various offerings can help you.

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