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Modern garbage trucks, even those from the same manufacturer, can operate very differently. Each truck requires time behind the wheel to really get comfortable with the operation fundamentals. The McNeilus garbage trucks are no exception. Some functions, such as a cart tipper for residential pickups and a container tipper kick bar for commercial waste, are specific to…

Truck maintenance is integral for optimizing operational efficiency. With a rear load garbage truck, this goes beyond the typical oil, tire, and suspension check. Rear loader hydraulic pressure adjustment is also necessary. Find out how this is done on a typical rear load garbage truck rental. Why Perform Hydraulic Pressure Adjustment? Less-than-optimal hydraulic pressure can lead to…

Today’s garbage trucks contain far more technological advances compared to their predecessors from even just a decade ago. Heil Durapack garbage trucks are designed for meeting the modern demands of residential and commercial waste disposal. Operators will need to take some time to learn the operation fundamentals in order to make full proficient use of this reliable…

Garbage truck controls are very brand-specific, and efficiency at operating one kind of truck won’t necessarily translate into operational knowledge of trucks from another manufacturer. To proficiently operate Heil PT 1000 garbage trucks requires some time behind the wheel and an in-depth review of the manual and other instructional resources. Resources for Operating Instructions The first and…

Whether you’re looking to expand your residential garbage truck fleet because the demand for waste collection has increased due to COVID-19 restrictions and quarantine, or because of other factors, rear loader rentals are a cost-effective solution to help you ramp up your business in both the short- and long-term. With more people staying at home due to…

Due to the sheer size and weight of rear loader garbage trucks, safety must be a topmost concern for operators. When you rent a garbage truck from Big Truck Rental, we make sure you have all the information you need to ensure your workers’ safety and that of the public. See below for a checklist of recommended…

McNeilus is a respected industry manufacturer with a fierce dedication to customer support and satisfaction. From built-in diagnostic and troubleshooting systems designed with operators and maintenance crew in mind, to the comprehensive Street Smart training course, Big Truck Rental customers have the resources they need when renting a McNeilus rear loader garbage truck. McNeilus Puts the Control…

Heil is a garbage truck manufacturer known for industry-leading innovation and customer service that goes well above-and-beyond the norm. In recent years, the manufacturer has expanded its already-extensive tech support resources with the inclusion of Nexteligence™ training and its Service Shack. Nexteligence™ If your disposal service has an in-house maintenance team, then it’s highly recommended that they…