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What is the most reliable excavator brand?

What is the most reliable excavator brand in 2026? Reliability is crucial for construction equipment. Here is our ranking based on industry data and customer feedback. Top 10 Most Reliable Excavator Brands 1. Caterpillar (USA) – Reliability Rating: 9.5/10 ✓ Industry benchmark for durability ✓ Best-in-class build quality ✓ Global parts availability ✓ 50+ years […]

How long does a scissor lift battery last?

How long does a scissor lift battery last? (Complete Guide) Scissor lift battery life depends on usage, maintenance, and battery type. Here is what to expect. Short Answer Lead-acid batteries: 4-6 years or 1,500-2,000 charge cycles Lithium-ion batteries: 8-10 years or 3,000-5,000 charge cycles Battery Runtime Per Charge Battery Type Runtime Charging Time Lead-acid (standard) […]

Sany vs Caterpillar excavator: worth the price difference?

Sany vs Caterpillar excavator: is CAT worth the extra cost? Caterpillar costs 40-60% more than Sany. But is it worth it? Here is our honest comparison. Price Comparison Model Sany Price CAT Price Difference 20-ton Excavator $75,000-85,000 $120,000-140,000 60% higher 30-ton Excavator $120,000-140,000 $180,000-200,000 50% higher Mini Excavator (5-ton) $35,000-45,000 $60,000-70,000 55% higher Build Quality […]

Can a boom lift be used in the rain?

Can a boom lift be used in the rain? Safety Guide 2026 Working in wet conditions requires extra caution. Here is what you need to know about using boom lifts in rain. Short Answer Yes, but with strict limitations. Light rain is acceptable with proper precautions, but heavy rain, thunderstorms, or high winds require immediate […]

Judges announced for the 2025 Working at Height Awards

The judging panel for the 2025 Working at Height Conference & Awards has been unveiled, featuring a lineup of esteemed industry experts. As part of the Working at Height Conference & Awards event co-organized by Access, Lift & Handlers (ALH) magazine and the International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), the Working at Height Awards brings together […]

New CEO for Opifex-Synergy in US

Opifex-Synergy, the major US rental business in the Southern states of the US, has appointed Joseph ‘Jay’ Vaughn III as its CEO. Vaughn was the CEO and co-founder of Texas-based Opifex. His appointment follows the merger last year of Opifex and Florida-based Synergy Equipment. He succeeds Synergy founder J C Mas, who will become chairman […]

Capex drop hits Genie quarterly revenues

Lower than expected capital expenditure from customers has resulted in a 17% drop in net sales for Genie in the second quarter of the year.  Sales at Terex Corp’s Aerials division stood at $607 million, representing a $125 million fall year-over-year as rental customers focused primarily on replaceing their fleets. Genie’s GTH-1044 The lower than […]

Guide: SAIA Annual Convention & Exposition

The Scaffold and Access Industry Association (SAIA) will welcome more than 700 attendees this August 4-8 in Fort Worth, TX for its Annual Convention & Exposition, with 57 of those being first-timers. The SAIA Annual Convention & Exposition brings together the largest gathering of scaffold and access industry professionals. The convention features industry-focused educational sessions […]

JCB on how to beat the skilled labor shortage

What does it take to cultivate the next generation of skilled talent in the access, rental and manufacturing industries? JCB’s Early Career Development Manager Chastity Williams-Lasley will address just that when she takes the stage on Oct. 16 to present at the Working at Height Conference & Awards in Nashville.  In her session “Built to […]