Category: Construction Equipment
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Are Skid Steers Heavy Equipment?
Is a Skid Steer Considered Heavy Equipment? Here’s What You Need to Know If you’ve spent time on a job site, you’ve likely seen a skid steer loader in action—zipping around with a bucket or attachment, moving dirt, clearing debris, or grading surfaces. But is a skid steer really considered heavy equipment? The answer might surprise…
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What Kind of Vehicle is a Skid Steer?
What Kind of Vehicle Is a Skid Steer? What kind of vehicle is a skid steer? Learn how skid steers work, what makes them unique, and why John Deere skid steers from 4Rivers Equipment are essential for construction, agriculture, and landscaping. What Exactly Is a Skid Steer? A skid steer is a compact, engine-powered machine designed for…
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Do Skid Steers Get Stuck Easily?
Do Skid Steers Get Stuck Easily? Here’s What You Should Know Wondering if skid steers get stuck easily? Learn why it happens, how to prevent it, and why choosing the right machine—like a John Deere skid steer from 4Rivers Equipment—makes all the difference. A Little About Skid Steers Skid steers are versatile and maneuverable, but…
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4Rivers Adopts John Deere’s Operations Center PRO Service
Greeley, CO – 4Rivers Equipment is excited to adopt and roll out the new “enhanced digital self-repair tool” created by John Deere known as John Deere Operations Center PRO Service. Officially launched by John Deere on July 31, 2025, John Deere Operations Center PRO Service was designed to “enhance how equipment owners use, maintain, diagnose, repair…
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John Deere Technology Guides Skyline Contracting During Construction of New Grand Junction High School
Out with the Old… Walking around the new Grand Junction High School, you can still see the remnants of the previous building in your periphery. This modern structure stands in stark contrast to the old school, established 70 years ago, constructed on unstable ground, and in the final throes of deterioration. “It was a very…
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Revitalizing Machinery: A Success Story
“What’s a RELIFE?” In the world of heavy machinery, innovation and maintenance sometimes go hand in hand. 4Rivers has recently embarked on a journey to breathe new life into equipment that has already undergone long hours of use, and the results have been nothing short of remarkable. These projects have been dubbed “RELIFE” transformations. Rich…
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RELIFE of a 9520 Scraper with 18,000 Hours
We take you through the comprehensive RELIFE of a Fiore and Sons John Deere 9520 scraper tractor, initially brought in for transmission issues. Led by head technician Zach, our team stripped the machine down to its frame, repainted it, and replaced every component with brand-new parts, including the engine, transmission, and hydraulic systems. We also…
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A Day with a Heavy Equipment Field Technician
Join Clayton Cable from 4Rivers Equipment as he takes you through a day on the job at a job site, working on a 672G John Deere Motor Grader to get it in top shape. Follow a day with a 4Rivers Heavy Equipment Field Technician as he replaces cutting edges on the blade and conducts a…
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Big Dig 2024
The Northern Colorado Big Dig is a charitable event dedicated to supporting the American Cancer Society in its mission to combat pediatric cancer. Held annually, this fundraiser uniquely combines community engagement with a profound cause, offering participants the thrilling opportunity to operate heavy machinery while contributing to critical cancer research. 4Rivers Equipment has been a…
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RELIFE of a John Deere 844K Loader with 12,000 Hours
Follow the detailed RELIFE of an 844K loader with 12,000 hours. The machine undergoes a complete overhaul down to the frame, with all components, including the engine, transmission, wiring, hoses, and manifolds, being meticulously removed and replaced. Senior tech Gary Medill oversees the project while mentoring Tyler Bretz, who gains invaluable experience. This RELIFE project…