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EQUIPMENT PURCHASING By Seth Skydel

Matching the Mission

Making strategic equipment lease and purchase decisions

EQUIPMENT PURCHASING By Seth Skydel

Strategic Instruments

Fintech tools are reshaping financial and operational management

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Boom trucks are helping improve operations on construction and other jobsites

Sponsored Content l Merlo America

Cover: Designed for work at height, in tight spaces and on rough terrain, telehandlers can be equipped with a variety of attachments. In North America, Skyjack offers six models in their TH series with lift capacities from 5,500 to 12,000 pounds, heights from 19 to more than 56 feet and maximum forward reach from 11 feet, one inch to 42 feet, four inches.

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16 Lift Spotlight l Telehandlers

31 Web Watch

Buyer’ s Resources

30 Marketplace

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28 Equipment Suppliers Guide

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