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chines are idle, the pressure is off your
technicians to get the job done so the
job can be done with more accuracy.
Here’s an inside tip; winter is a slower
time for your equipment dealerships
as well. Make a trip to the location
you prefer and offer them a deal. Let
them assess your machine and after
you agree on the repairs and mainte-
nance, leave the machine with them to
work on at their convenience. In re-
turn, you should expect a break on the
bill and maybe even payment terms
that include paying for the repairs and
picking the machine up when the sea-
son starts. This allows flexibility for
both parties.
The winter season is the time to plan and negotiate proper machine rebuilds
doing to insure smooth sailing when the
plants open.
Maintenance. We talk about it all the
time, but winter rebuilds and mainte-
nance should be top priority. I’m talking
about much more than fluid changes and
greasing. Winter time should be the time
for top to bottom re-working of every ma-
chine. Those unseen nooks of your paver,
grader, tack equipment and brooms are
screaming for attention and when the ma-
chines are idle, they are ripe for attention.
If you take the time now, while the ma-
Education. The winter season is a
great time to hone your skills, whether it’s
best paving practices or new management
skills. While many of the national trade
shows offer programs, state asphalt associ-
ation will conduct classroom training that
is second to none. These groups invite
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