Josh Challender W/ AIS Used Construction Equipment

02/25/2026

CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Vegas is next week. Give me a shout if you want to meet up!

02/16/2026

The single most important factor in extending the life of your undercarriage is accurate tensioning. Many operators make the mistake of running tracks too tight, thinking it prevents de-tracking. However, tracks that are too tight can increase wear by up to 50%.

A track that is over-tensioned amplifies the load on the entire system. This puts excessive stress on the links and the sprocket, leading to premature failure and costly repairs.

How do you find the “Sweet Spot”? The correct tension varies depending on the size of your equipment:

Small machines: Look for roughly ¾” to 1” of slack.
Larger machines: Can require as much as 2” of slack.
Always consult your operator’s manual for the specific tensioning requirements of your make and model.

02/08/2026

We’re proud to welcome our 2026 Trades Club! 🎉

A huge THANK YOU to the incredible companies who are investing in the future of the skilled trades and supporting our students throughout the 2026 year. Your partnership, generosity, and belief in hands-on education make a real impact every single day.

Thank you to:
1st State Bank
AIS Construction Equipment
Answer Heating & Cooling, Inc.
Bierlein Companies
BT Tech
Blasy Electric
Consolidated Electrical Contractors
DuPont
FED Design/Builders
Fisher Companies
GE Insulation CO
Great Lakes Safety Training Center
Midland County Habitat for Humanity
Milwaukee Tool
Moltus Building Group
Niles Plant Services
Tancor Corporation
Three Rivers Corporation
Valley Electrical Contractors Inc.
Windemuller
Wolgast Corporation

We are so grateful for your continued support and commitment to shaping the next generation of trades professionals. Here’s to an impactful 2026! ✨

01/30/2026

12/18/2025

Don’t let snow get the best of you. Rent our heavy-duty snow attachments now and clear quickly before the next forecast hits!

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12/15/2025

We may not have reindeer, but we do have John Deere!

Getting ready for the holidays in style!🎄

12/03/2025

Some things never change

12/03/2025

Feel free to send this to your friends & family so they know what you REALLY want for Christmas this year. Nothing crazy, just a few odds and ends of things!
🚧🚜🎄🎅🤭😆

10/30/2025

10/22/2025

It’s one of those days you’re glad your mini excavator has a cab.