Anyone working in construction knows how important it is to prevent back injuries by lifting properly. In my next two blogs I’ll discuss safe lifting techniques and other ways to prevent back strains and injuries.Read more »

At Volvo Rents we pride ourselves on the exceptional treatment and customer service that we afford our customers. We call it the Volvo Way – a business philosophy that we as a company practice. A recent letter from the president of a business working with one of our franchisees sheds light on why the Volvo Way works.

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Q:  How does a track dozer differ from a bulldozer?  What does it do?
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Tier 4i emissions regulations will begin at the beginning of 2011 for engines in the 175-750 hp range.  That’s why Volvo Construction Equipment is working hard to meet the new standard emission requirements with quality and reliability – two words synonymous with the Volvo brand.
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Do you know someone associated with the equipment rental industry who is looking to further their education?  Well, with the cost of today’s education, a helping hand can’t hurt.  
 
The American Rental Association (ARA) has scholarship funds available through the ARA Foundation.  They are offering $55,000 in scholarship funds for the 2011/2012 academic year.Read more »

As a contractor, we can buy the best materials, execute and deliver the best work in the safest way possible.  But if we don't secure the BIZ up front, then we spinning our tires while stuck in neutral.  At Volvo Rents, it is our passion to equip our current and future customers with the power to change your business.  Change that can affect your future, you company and add dollaRead more »

We would all like to be home, supporting our families financially, emotionally and with their education.  But our service men and women can’t be.  In fact, some of them never do come home after serving our country.Read more »

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When Volvo says they are concerned about the environment, it’s not just lip service.  The Volvo Shippensburg manufacturing facility recently unveiled a $30 million expansion focused on sustainability in its design, construction, operation and culture to meet the US Green Building Council’s highest standards – LEED certification.  
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Let’s face it.  We work in construction.  No matter how careful we are – someone can get hurt.  That’s why I’d like to review the Universal Precautions that should be taken when blood is present in the workplace.  Universal Precautions is the term for infection control measures that all those who are or may be exposed to infectious disease should take.
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