How Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry Helps Kipco Keep Jobs Moving
For more than 40 years, Kipco Construction has been a trusted name in Lane County, delivering general site work with a specialty in excavation, underground utilities, and pipe work. Established in 1982 and led by longtime employee and owner/manager Seth Brown, the company’s reputation is built on experienced crews backed by capable equipment and dependable project execution….
How Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry Helps Kipco Keep Jobs Moving
For more than 40 years, Kipco Construction has been a trusted name in Lane County, delivering general site work with a specialty in excavation, underground utilities, and pipe work. Established in 1982 and led by longtime employee and owner/manager Seth Brown, the company’s reputation is built on experienced crews backed by capable equipment and dependable project execution….
Breaking Ground: Preparing Your Site for Construction
Site preparation is always the first phase of any major construction or forestry project. This process involves clearing the land of trees and debris, leveling the ground, and moving materials to and from the site. Every project has unique needs, so the steps and equipment involved may vary, but a few key machines are essential…
How to Change the Control Pattern on a John Deere Excavator
“What pattern are the controls in?” It’s a common question for those that rent excavators. For operators who are used to excavator controls or backhoe controls, using the opposite can be challenging and can cost productivity. Luckily, switching the control pattern on a John Deere excavator is quick and easy to do.
Oregon Logging Conference 2022: Come See Us!
We are thrilled to be a part of this year’s Oregon Logging Conference, taking place next week at the Lane County Fairgrounds! The conference runs from Thursday, February 24th, 2022, through Saturday, February 26th, 2022.
Best Backhoes: A Buyer’s Guide
In the market for a backhoe for your next digging or excavation project? Whether you’re breaking up asphalt or digging a trench, a good backhoe goes a long way for your construction and landscaping projects. Combining an excavator boom and a bucket loader, backhoe loaders can save you time and energy on even the most labor-intensive projects.
Backhoe vs. Excavator: Which One Is Right for the Job
Choosing the right equipment for the job is key to a successful project. Whether you are looking to buy or rent earthmoving equipment, this blog will help you make the best decision for your application.
Compact Track Loader vs. Multi Terrain Loader: Choosing the Right Machine for the Job
Compact track loaders (CTLs) and Multi Terrain Loaders (MTLs) look like two very similar pieces of equipment but they have a number of important differences. In this blog, the equipment experts are Papé Machinery Construction & Forestry explain the key differences and how to choose the right machine for the job at hand.
What Not To Do In An Excavator and Why
When properly maintained and operated with care an excavator can have a very long useful life. Reckless operation, on the other hand, can lead to accidents and costly repairs long before they are should be necessary.
Pull Scrapers: A Cost-Effective Solution for Earthmoving Contractors
Earthmoving contractors have options when it comes to equipment that can get the job done. Whether it’s self-propelled scrapers, pull-behind scrapers, or the more traditional dozer to excavator to articulated dump truck system, all three options will accomplish the task of moving a large volume of material. In recent years, there’s been a purchasing trend toward the pull-behind scraper solution.
