Article6 min read Apr 19, 2024Entrepreneurship, niche rentals, family-owned ethos propel B.E.R.Entrepreneurship runs in the Boland family. It’s what established their Hackensack, N.J.-based equipment rental company, Boland Equipment Rental (B.E.R.) not once, but twice. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article3 min read Mar 14, 2024Brian Richardson reflects on the show, looks forward with brand-new programsGreetings, ARA Region Two. Spring is right around the corner here in the mid-Atlantic and I know you are all gearing up for what I hope will be another busy season. As you do, I want to offer some quick personal reflections on last month’s The ARA Show™ and mention some new initiatives that you’ll want to be in the loop about. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article5 min read Mar 14, 2024New leaders emerge in Idaho, Montana and WashingtonThe ARA chapters of Idaho, Montana and Washington recently welcomed some industry professionals who have stepped up to serve on their state boards of directors for the first time. See who they are and what they bring to their teams. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article7 min read Mar 14, 2024New leaders step up in Connecticut and New YorkThe American Rental Association (ARA) state chapters of Connecticut and New York recently welcomed four industry professionals to their boards of directors. See who they are and the qualities they bring to their teams. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article1 min read Mar 10, 2024Herc Rentals earns Great Place to Work CertificationHerc Rentals, Bonita Springs, Fla., announced its U.S. business has earned Great Place to Work Certification. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article7 min read Jan 2, 2024Pedersen named ARA president-elect: New directors join ARA board at the conclusion of The ARA ShowAmerican Rental Association (ARA) general members have approved Robert H. Pedersen as the new president-elect for the association. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Dec 12, 2023ARA Region One director Sarah Wilper on new opportunities in 2024Best wishes, fellow American Rental Association (ARA) Region One members! Sarah Wilper, your ARA regional director, here. As we approach the close of 2023, I have to say that I am continually amazed and humbled by the people in this industry. This year has thrown us a barrage of challenges that we have persevered through. Now, the new year will bring us some exciting opportunities. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Dec 12, 2023ARA Region Two director Brian Richardson on new opportunities in 2024Season’s greetings, fellow American Rental Association (ARA) Region Two members! As we reflect on 2023, I have to say that I am continually amazed by the resilience of the people in this industry. From labor issues, equipment theft, governmental chaos and economic uncertainty, this year has thrown us all sorts of challenges. But through it all, we have persevered. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Dec 12, 2023ARA Region Three director John Scott on new opportunities in 2024Season’s greetings, fellow American Rental Association (ARA) Region Three members! As we reflect on 2023, I have to say that I am continually amazed by the resilience of the people in this industry. Now, we look forward to the new year and some exciting opportunities it will bring. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article1 min read Dec 3, 2023OSHA forms alliance to protect crane operatorsThe U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) signed an agreement with the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (CCO) and the NCCCO Foundation to protect workers who operate cranes better. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article1 min read Dec 3, 2023Equipment Depot staffer excels in Mitsubishi Logisnext technician challengeEquipment Depot employee Jiram Pelayo ranked in the top 10 while also achieving the highest score on the Jungheinrich® Order Picker skills test at the Mitsubishi Logisnext Americas Master Technician Challenge. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article5 min read Dec 1, 2023Irwin reflects on challenges and growth since 2021Scott Irwin, president, Delux Rental, Ypsilanti, Mich., has served as an American Rental Association (ARA) officer for the last three years, including president-elect in 2021, as ARA’s 60th president in 2022 and as board chair in 2023. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article4 min read Dec 1, 2023Gaining Perspective: Steady growth and looking forwardThe equipment segment has continued to grow in 2023, but for many equipment rental companies, revenue growth has slowed versus the boom years of 2021 and 2022. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Dec 1, 2023Gaining Perspective: Changing times and new opportunities aheadIt’s been almost four years since the pandemic shut down the world economy. Recovery has been slow in many areas and there have been many changes in the way we live and work. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Nov 7, 2023ECP designations gain traction across Region SixEquipment rental pros can now pursue certifications that will earn them an identifier that is unique to their rental segment: Equipment Certified Professional (ECP). READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Nov 7, 2023Equipment Certified Professional designations gain traction in Region ThreeEquipment rental pros can now pursue certifications that will earn them an identifier that is unique to their rental segment: Equipment Certified Professional (ECP). READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Nov 7, 2023Equipment Certified Professional designations gain traction in Region TwoEquipment rental pros can now pursue certifications that will earn them an identifier that is unique to their rental segment: Equipment Certified Professional (ECP). READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Nov 7, 2023Know any ECPs? Could be, and the fraternity is growingEquipment rental pros may pursue certifications for their specific rental segment. See what certifications are available and who from Region Four have received them. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Oct 31, 2023Battery storage, input and recyclingRental Management recently spoke to Kris Kiser, president, Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI), Alexandria, Va., regarding the electrification of outdoor power equipment. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article9 min read Oct 31, 2023Manufacturers discuss trends, solutions and rental advantages to battery-powered equipmentRental Management spoke to numerous manufacturers about the application of battery-powered equipment to rental. They discussed customer demand, sustainability efforts and more. Read their thoughts here. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article1 min read Oct 22, 2023Genie’s Monterrey, Mexico, facility earns gold in sustainabilityGenie’s newest manufacturing facility in Monterrey, Mexico, has earned Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Gold certification from the U.S. Green Building Council. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article2 min read Sep 20, 2023ARA Certified Forklift Training is on the wayThe American Rental Association (ARA) is set to expand its ARA Certified course lineup with the launch of ARA Certified Forklift Training in January 2024. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article1 min read Aug 27, 2023Volvo CE opens new $7.3 million training centerVolvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), Shippensburg, Pa., opened its $7.3 million technical training center. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article1 min read Aug 13, 2023VMAC earns Great Place To Work certificationVMAC, Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada, has secured its status as a Great Place To Work for 2023-2024, earning this certification for the fifth consecutive year. READ MORE ADD TO CART