Tools and Equipment By Charlee Storner
By Doug Amerman
Getting Attached
Maximize equipment productivity with the proper attachments
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ttachment purchases seem simple until your at- tachment doesn't perform as you expect. You in- vest a lot of money in equipment to get the job done; however, an incorrect attachment purchase can waste your money.
In today's economy, every ounce of productivity squeezed
from your equipment provides more flexibility to profitably run your business. If attachment purchasers make their choices solely on price, critical issues that define the true attachment value might be ignored. Common poor choices include buying attachments that are too small or too big, too low quality for your application, and/or not optimally compatible to your ma- chine and application. Knowing the right facts and questions to ask can make the process painless. "A lot of buyers make the mistake of trying to gain a certain
productivity level without proper consideration of machine and attachment compatibility," said Jamie Adams, product manager for JRB Attachments, a Paladin Construction Group brand. "Most operators are smart, and know what their machine can handle, but even the most experienced operators run into trou- ble when switching between multiple applications and attach- ments on a regular basis. It's important to know your application and machine, and then discuss it with a dealer you trust to ensure your safety and achieve the best productivity for your money."
Dealers often know best Some attachment purchasers prefer to buy online or through
low-cost, low-service avenues. Although they often get burned due to a lack of serviceability and the low-quality of these at-
Whether you're buying forks, buckets or any other type of attachment, make sure they are designed for your specific industry or application.
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All photos provided by Paladin Construction Group
