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The Dirt: A Blog from Cashman Equipment

Cashman Partners With Raycore Lights

Published on March 31, 2020

Tuesday, March 31, 2020 (Las Vegas, Nevada) Cashman Equipment and industry-leading work-light manufacturer, Raycore Lights, have announced an exclusive distribution partnership to meet the extreme lighting requirements of the mining, construction, and paving industries of Nevada and the Eastern Sierras. Raycore Lights feature cutting-edge LED-Core technology, which is superior to conventional LED lighting in many ways. The […]

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Our Commitment To Customers During COVID-19

Published on March 19, 2020

Yes, we’re open and here to serve you! At Cashman Equipment, we are committed to keeping our team healthy and safe while at the same time taking care of our customers. Safety is our top priority and we are focused on it more than ever before as we deal with COVID-19. Responsible actions taken today, […]

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Questions To Ask When Buying a UTV

Published on February 17, 2020

If you’ve been looking for that extra hand around the job site, the farm, or the mine site, then you’ve probably been searching through the current offerings of off-road vehicles more commonly known as ATVs or UTVs. There are plenty of machines in both categories that can handle your needs… but which specific tool will […]

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Good Housekeeping – Vital At Work, Not Just Home

Published on January 16, 2020

You can readily prevent these hazards by applying these safety rules and procedures to your own work area. Potential hazards include: Tripping and falling hazards are anything on the floor that doesn’t belong there: machines, tools, cords, air hoses, scraps, boxes, etc. You can protect yourself and others from tripping and falling hazards by not […]

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Reducing GET Costs per Hour

Published on December 17, 2019

Proper GET selection and management is essential to controlling your overall costs. There are several factors that affect getting the most productivity and value out of your GET. Well-managed GET components: Protect your buckets, rippers, blades and moldboards from premature wear Improve your machine’s productivity and performance, so more material can be moved per hour […]

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Cashman Partners With U/G Mining Product Company, Getman

Published on December 17, 2019

Tuesday, December 17, 2019 (Las Vegas, Nevada) Cashman Equipment and the Getman Corporation are pleased to announce the formation of a business partnership effective immediately. Cashman Equipment will become the exclusive dealer and distributor of Getman’s underground, mining-specific equipment throughout their territory in Nevada and the Eastern Sierras. The Getman product line complements Cashman’s line […]

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Cashman Achieves Gold Rental Excellence Again

Published on December 10, 2019

Caterpillar Global Rental and Used Equipment Services announced that Cashman’s Rental Services has achieved Gold status within the Rental Services Excellence Program. The Rental Excellence Program, which replaces Caterpillar’s previous rating system of “X-Star Certification,” was designed to create a culture of continuous improvement in market-leadership, standardization of processes, procedures and policies. Under the former […]

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Drivetrain Component Management Saves Money

Published on October 9, 2019

Machine drivetrain major component rebuild costs account for over 60% of total machine maintenance and repairs costs excluding tires and fuel. An effective condition monitoring plan for your components will reduce machine operating costs through improving major component life. This directly impacts machine cost per hour and the bottom line. Improving major component life also […]

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Cat Products Power Natural Gas Plant At McEwen Gold Bar Mine

Published on October 9, 2019

McEwen Mining Inc. recently declared commercial production at their newest mine site in Nevada, the Gold Bar mine, powered by Caterpillar. The customized solution consists of two Cat® G3516 1,450 ekW and one G3512 1,000 ekW natural gas generator sets. The Cat G3500 series of generator sets meet most worldwide emissions requirements down to 0.5 […]

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Get a Handle on Hand Safety

Published on August 1, 2019

The hand is one of the most complex parts of the body – the movement of the tendons, bones, tissues, and nerves allows you to do a wide variety of complex jobs. Your hands allow you to perform efficiently at your job, to hold hands with your loved ones, even just to tie your shoes. After […]

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