Project Uptime
Treating Unexpected Groundwater Contaminants
When groundwater testing reveals contaminants at your construction or infrastructure repair site, formulate a plan to remove them using a temporary water treatment solution.
What Can Be Stored in Liquid Storage Tanks?
Before we dive into the substances liquid storage containers can hold, it is important to understand how the inside of a tank is lined. Most of our bulk liquid storage tanks have a...
Battery Energy Storage Systems Are Key to a Cleaner, More Reliable Grid
Sustainable energy sources such as solar and wind power are adding much-needed capacity to the U.S. electrical infrastructure. But without the ability to store the extra energy...
How Does a Scissor Lift Work?
Scissor lifts are mobile elevating work platforms (MEWPs) capable of lifting workers and their tools to heights . They are compact in design, simple to operate and easy to move. So...
How Storage Containers and Mobile Offices Can Help Rebuild After Disaster
United Rentals' fleet of storage containers and mobile offices are an invaluable resource to communities recovering from disaster. Rapid response is crucial when bringing relief to...
Why You Should Use Covered Walkways on Your Next Project
Temporary walkway systems are essential for any construction site that may interrupt the flow of foot traffic in an area, such as city blocks, busy intersections and other crowded...
Do You Need a License to Operate a Skid Steer? How to Get Heavy Equipment Operator Certification and Who Needs It
If you’re considering a career as a heavy equipment operator, you’re probably wondering what sort of heavy equipment operator certification or heavy equipment operator license you...
How to Use a Jigsaw Safely and Effectively
Jigsaw uses are countless. Whether you need to cut pipes in a tight under-sink location, shape the corners of a countertop, trim a tree branch or make circular holes for cornhole...
What Is an Air Compressor and How Does an Air Compressor Work?
If you need to inflate a tire or power an air wrench, sprayer, conveyor belt or piece of industrial farm equipment, you need an air compressor.
Forklift Sizes: Types, Capacities and Dimensions
Countless jobs require a forklift. Whether you’re lifting items from warehouse racks, loading pallets onto a truck or transporting materials around a construction site, there’s a...