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WIRTGEN Milling Machines: How They Work and Why They’re Essential

Name: WIRTGEN Milling Machines: How They Work and Why They’re Essential
Uploaded: 2025-10-29T02:44:31+00:00

29 Oct 2025 • Dennis Howard

Behind every smooth, long-lasting road is the precision of a WIRTGEN GROUP milling machine. These machines remove, reclaim and stabilize surfaces so crews can start strong and rebuild with confidence.

In this episode of The Track, host Dennis Howard talks with Regional Aftermarket Manager Carson L. about the vital role WIRTGEN milling machines play on road and highway jobs. They explore how different models fit specific applications, why base stabilization is key to lasting quality and how proper maintenance and training keep crews productive.

This episode also covers:

How WIRTGEN’s W Series and WR Series compare for milling vs. reclaiming applications
How cutting width and project size impact machine selection
Maintenance practices that help protect uptime

At RDO Equipment Co., we don’t just supply machines — we help teams use them to their full potential. With personalized support, hands-on training and a commitment to keeping your equipment running, RDO is here to help you get the WIRTGEN GROUP equipment you need to build roads that last. Contact your local RDO Equipment Co. to learn more.

Dennis Howard

Dennis Howard has spent more than two decades with RDO Equipment Co.’s construction equipment division. As a Senior Vice President of Roadbuilding and Minerals, he leads RDO's WIRTGEN GROUP business throughout RDO's footprint. He’s a member of the Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP), a regular contributor to ForConstructionPros.com, and host of The Track – Construction Equipment from RDO web series. Subscribe to The Track on YouTube, or connect with Dennis personally on LinkedIn.

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