Tag: power
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Prime Day Power Picks: Top Deals for Contractors (July 8–11)
Amazon Prime Days are coming in hot, running July 8-11, and it’s the perfect time to gear up without blowing the budget during peak season. While Prime Day is best known for TVs and tech gadgets, it’s also one of the best opportunities of the year to score deals on contractor-grade tools, gear, and jobsite…
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How indoor solar panels could power the next generation of homes
Indoor solar panels are gaining momentum as a smart solution for powering low-energy electronic devices. Unlike traditional solar panels, these are designed to harvest electricity from artificial light sources like LED and fluorescent bulbs. The technology could help reduce battery waste and enable more sustainable, self-powered devices across homes. You may like A new energy…
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State of the Equipment Rental 2025 Power Generation Industry
Generators, engines, and battery technologies are the key to getting the job done, even if the work is at a remote jobsite without connection to the grid or someone’s backyard. As the industry continues its efforts in sustainability goals, OEMs continue to develop the machines to generate the power necessary to get the job done.…
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Building world-class hotels: The power of preconstruction and self-perform services
By fostering a collaborative project approach that earns trust, PCL Construction provides key services that ensure the success of hospitality projects. When it comes to constructing and renovating hospitality facilities, prioritizing the guest experience is paramount. This means minimizing disruptions during renovations and delivering exceptional quality for new projects. Ranked number two in the United…
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Rental Power Generation Report 2025: Q&A with Barry Dlugasz of Honda
Barry Dlugasz, director, Honda Power Equipment Sales, American Honda Motor Company, Inc., shares his insight into the generator sector of the equipment rental industry. Rental connected with Dlugasz in May 2025. Q. What are the trends in generators for equipment rental right now? Barry Dlugasz, American Honda Motor Company Inc.American Honda Motor Company Inc.On the…
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The Power of Hemp: Wilden’s vision for sustainable homes
What if the future of sustainable living wasn’t just energy-efficient, but actually carbon-negative? That’s the question Wilden, a forward-thinking developer in British Columbia, is answering with one of Canada’s first hemp-insulated homes. Designed to challenge what’s possible in residential construction, the net-zero ready home blends smart design with a surprisingly old-school material: hemp. Fast-growing, naturally…
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Rental Power Generation Report 2025: Q&A with Bobby Ranker of Bobcat
Bobby Ranker, product specialist at Bobcat Co., shares his insight into the generator sector of the equipment rental industry. Rental connected with Ranker over email in May 2025. Q. What are the top trends for generators in the equipment rental industry? Why? Bobby RankerBobcat Co.We are seeing a growing trend in the practice of parallelling…
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Rental Power Generation Report 2025: Q&A with Tyler Ricketts of Honda
Tyler Ricketts, assistant manager, application engineering, Honda Engines, American Honda Motor Co. Inc., shares his insight into the small engine segment of equipment rental. Rental connected with Ricketts in May 2025. Q. What is the state of small engines in this country? How has California’s ban on small engines affected the industry? Tyler Ricketts, American…
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Rental Power Generation Report 2025: Q&A with Dylan Rewoldt of Vanguard
Dylan Rewoldt, director of sales at Vanguard Commercial Engines, shares his insight into the world of small engines of equipment rental. Rental connected with Rewoldt over email in May 2025. Q. What is the state of small engines in this country? How has California’s ban on small engines affected the industry? Dylan RewoldtVanguard Commercial EnginesWhile…
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Meta signs geothermal power deal for New Mexico data centers
Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Meta announced a deal with geothermal energy producer XGS Energy Thursday that will provide the tech and social media giant with carbon-free power to support its New Mexico data center operations. In exchange, Meta will…