• Having the right construction equipment can speed up jobs, but there are several things to consider in deciding what's "right" for your work.
• Among the factors to consider are conditions at the job site, where it is and what time schedule the job has.
• One piece of advice is to buy equipment no bigger than you need and to stick to standardized machines for which it is easy to get parts.

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The process of selecting appropriate construction equipment and techniques starts with understanding the task to be completed and the operator’s capabilities. ...