The Latest News, Information and Updates

3 Myths About Renting Equipment and the Truth About Why to Rent

Posted on Sep 9, 2020

It wasn’t long ago renting equipment wasn’t viewed positively by most companies. But that’s no longer the case.

10 Solid Reasons to Rent Equipment [Infographic]

Posted on Aug 20, 2020

Take a look at the top 10 reasons to rent from a reputable dealer like RDO Equipment Co.

Tall, Tough, and Timely – Missouri River Contractors Tackles Beartooth Highway Project

Posted on Aug 18, 2020

While the scene is beautiful, the road to get here doesn’t take care of itself. Read more how Missouri River Contractors Tackles Beartooth Highway Project.

The Track: Full support across RDO's footprint

Construction Equipment Service and Support Across the RDO Footprint

Posted on Aug 12, 2020

In this final episode of The Track for the summer, Dennis brings in John Weber, General Manager of RDO’s newest store in Dayton, MN to talk about the Twin Cities construction market and RDO’s footprint supporting the construction industry across the country.

Construction Industry Update with ForConstructionPros.com: Part 2

Posted on Aug 4, 2020

FCP.com and Equipment Today editor, Becky Schultz is back on The Track this week to continue the conversation with Dennis about the state of the construction industry.

Construction Industry Update with ForConstructionPros.com: Part 1

Posted on Jul 29, 2020

Dennis invited FCP.com and Equipment Today editor, Becky Schultz, on The Track to look back on that podcast conversation and the state of the construction industry. The two talk about three of the key themes they discussed then that are still relevant now.

Wirtgen Machines Drive Milling Services' Business

See Wirtgen Milling Equipment at Work for Milling Services

Posted on Jul 22, 2020

Milling Services in the Phoenix, Arizona area has been putting Wirtgen milling equipment to work for years. The Wirtgen paving and milling machines are the right fit for its business and the demanding roadbuilding industry.

Ways to Use a Drone in Construction and Get Actionable Data

Posted on Jul 21, 2020

Dennis Howard is joined by expert, Scott Schumacher to talk drones – also known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). From applications and drones for safety to how to get started with a drone and the biggest factor in proper drone usage – actionable data.

A Sneak Peek Behind the RDO Parts Counter: Equipment Parts Support

Posted on Jul 14, 2020

While equipment parts support is always crucial for all machines, heavy construction equipment to compact construction equipment, parts support for used equipment is especially important to extend the life and investment of machines.

Wirtgen Group Drums and Technology – What Happened at CONEXPO: Part 2

Posted on Jul 1, 2020

In this Part 2 episode of The Track’s lookback at what happened at CONEXPO with Wirtgen Group, Dennis Howard and Cory Fuhrmann talk about new technology and get up-close with a few different drums to see cutting technology offered on the new milling machines for paving professionals.

Behind the scenes - compact construction equipment

Behind the Scenes of The Track: Compact Construction Equipment Episode

Posted on Jun 3, 2020

Dennis Howard invited two of The Track’s first guests to talk about what it was like filming one of the show’s earliest episodes.

Parts and Service for Small Equipment with All American Rentals

Posted on May 21, 2020

In addition to John Deere equipment from RDO, parts availability and equipment service are important to All American Rentals.

United Equipment Company Finds Success Using Video Conferencing With RDO

Posted on May 19, 2020

Dennis Howard is joined by Dustin and Mitch Logsdon of United Equipment Company and teammate, Curtis Tuttle to talk about the success using Microsoft Teams to stay connected during the pandemic.

Resources for Easy Online Equipment Shopping Using Videos and Technology

Posted on May 12, 2020

Since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, RDO Equipment Co. has furthered its online presence to make it easy for customers to browse, ask questions, find more information, and buy equipment in a new environment of contact-free support.

Staying Connected While Social Distancing with Your Equipment Partner

Posted on May 4, 2020

From challenges come innovation and RDO is getting creative in finding ways to maintain personal, face-to-face connections with customers in the new world of contact-free service.

Loader Rebuild Means Opportunity for Chandler Service Technicians

Posted on Apr 29, 2020

Take what’s old and make it new again. That was the mindset at RDO Equipment Co.’s Chandler location during a recently completed rebuild of a 644J loader.

The Track 5 Contact-Free Customer Support

Contact-Free Support with Parts, Service, and Technology for Heavy Equipment

Posted on Apr 23, 2020

With the importance of practicing safe social distancing, contact-free support for heavy equipment companies has never been more important.

The Impact of COVID-19 on Construction, Infrastructure, and Equipment

Posted on Apr 14, 2020

In just a matter of weeks, the coronavirus has caused a shake-up in our daily lives. The impact of COVID-19 on construction, infrastructure, and the equipment industry has really been felt, most notably since CONEXPO-CON/AGG which was just a month ago.

The Track Essential Business and safe social distancing

COVID-19 – Essential Business and Safe Social Distancing at RDO Equipment Co.

Posted on Mar 30, 2020

One of the biggest questions related to COVID-19 is essential business and essential service. What deems a business essential? Does my business fall under the COVID-19 essential service criteria?

COVID-19 in the Construction Industry and New Updates from The Track

Posted on Mar 23, 2020

Instead of equipment walkarounds, trends in used construction equipment, and helpful buying tips, Dennis Howard will be sharing updates and new info affecting the industry, as well as how the RDO team is helping to keep essential companies up and running.