<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Equipcon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Equipcon]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 05 Nov 2026 04:55:25 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://joely41.wixsite.com/website-1/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Long Distance Concrete Pumping Solutions: Equipment and Planning Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[For a long pour, distance is only one part of the equipment decision. The pipeline route, elevation changes, bends, access and placement requirements all affect how the pump and line need to work together. Planning these details early gives your team a clearer basis for selecting long distance concr...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/long-distance-concrete-pumping-solutions-equipment-and-planning-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aeba32be1685cd8bd1763c9</guid><pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2026 21:27:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_3918513d4fb94a18b7a99aaa16a136b3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boom Cylinder Holding Valve Test: Why Test at Mid-Stroke]]></title><description><![CDATA[A mid-stroke test can reveal more about a boom’s ability to hold position than an end-of-stroke check alone. To understand how to perform a boom cylinder holding valve test, position the piston rod at mid-stroke, pressurise the cylinder to its rated pressure, then isolate the circuit and monitor pre...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/boom-cylinder-holding-valve-test-why-test-at-mid-stroke</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aea60bfbae9eebebcca4750</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2026 22:31:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_8b96f5aeea544d12850a4163c42d2b49~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assessing a New Operator's Skills for Independent Work]]></title><description><![CDATA[A sign-off alone doesn’t prove a new operator is ready to work independently. Readiness shows in consistent performance, sound judgement and the ability to respond when conditions change. When assessing a new operator’s skills, observe them during a changeover, an abnormal condition and a shift beyo...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/assessing-a-new-operator-s-skills-for-independent-work</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae3e215b1a8eea8ba12c12d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:17:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_7d5d1e12e68240e2b31cfedc8d279691~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hire or Buy a Stationary Placing Boom for Your Project?]]></title><description><![CDATA[The concrete placing boom rental vs purchase decision often turns on utilisation: a rough break-even guide is 7-8 pours per month, with hiring more suitable for consistently lower or unpredictable demand and ownership more attractive for regular use. Treat that as a starting point, not a substitute...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/hire-or-buy-a-stationary-placing-boom-for-your-project</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae1273918163c9dd531c97a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:35:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_064553873d4443e29fb9663591061d49~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Inspecting a boom pump King Post: A Practical Checklist for 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[A mast can look serviceable from the ground and still warrant a closer look. When you’re inspecting a placing boom mast, it’s understandable to question whether a mark, worn connection or other visible change is routine or a reason to pause and escalate. A visual check is valuable, but it isn’t a su...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/inspecting-a-boom-pump-king-post-a-practical-checklist-for-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae03e0862ff045f557962d9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:00:40 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_7fc0d75b746d4b3e9e3bbe25cfab6fa1~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Diagnose Hydraulic Pump Failure and Check Motor Direction]]></title><description><![CDATA[A failing hydraulic pump can damage more than itself: wear debris may circulate through the fluid, and persistent cavitation can damage pump components. Diagnosing hydraulic pump failures starts with treating unusual noise, slow or jerky movement, pressure loss and excess heat as warning signs. If y...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/how-to-diagnose-hydraulic-pump-failure-and-check-motor-direction</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ae016286b9adee0c6dca67b</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 03:10:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_ca3e4fcd19d7439da8bd39b62bf746fd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Impact of Aggregate Size on Pumping Concrete Mixes]]></title><description><![CDATA[For concrete pumping, coarse aggregate is generally limited to no more than one-third of the pipeline diameter. That makes the impact of aggregate size on concrete pumping a practical mix-selection issue: particles that are too large for the line can disrupt flow and increase the risk of a blockage....]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/impact-of-aggregate-size-on-pumping-concrete-mixes</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6adfcdc0e817b7b270475a38</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:01:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_afe2d2896fa74428a7ea9bafe7ed955b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What’s Involved in a 10-Year Boom Inspection? A Practical Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[What if the biggest disruption from a 10-year boom inspection isn’t the inspection itself, but not knowing what to prepare for? The scope can vary with the boom, its history and applicable guidance, so planning ahead helps you organise records, arrange access and prepare for possible follow-up work....]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/what-s-involved-in-a-10-year-boom-inspection-a-practical-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ada5d2c47b5c2b343041c7e</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Oct 2026 18:59:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_fa721aa0ba274846a4441fb5cd93c9e3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peace of Mind with Reliable Pump Maintenance: A Practical Checklist]]></title><description><![CDATA[A small change in pump performance can be an early sign of an issue that disrupts your site schedule. Unplanned equipment problems can affect crew coordination, and it is not always clear what to check, when servicing is due or when a repair needs specialist attention. Peace of mind with reliable pu...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/peace-of-mind-with-reliable-pump-maintenance-a-practical-checklist</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad8200913c51a93805beaf7</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Oct 2026 02:14:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_0408b445e6a346889b23dfa7f724c812~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lightweight Concrete Pump Solutions: Match the Equipment to the Job]]></title><description><![CDATA[The lightest pump isn’t automatically the best fit. With lightweight concrete pump solutions, portability matters, but so do the concrete mix, required output, pumping distance and site conditions. A compact unit that is easy to transport still needs to meet the pour’s performance demands.
Start by...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/lightweight-concrete-pump-solutions-match-the-equipment-to-the-job</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ad524c3118fc5be9cbc2c42</guid><pubDate>Sun, 18 Oct 2026 19:57:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_b15a5e19489c49b19625110f255b6389~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concrete Pump for Shotcrete Applications: Choosing the Right System]]></title><description><![CDATA[What if the pump is only as suitable as the delivery line and mix it needs to move? Choosing a concrete pump for shotcrete applications means looking beyond pump output: the specified shotcrete method, mix and site layout all shape how the system needs to perform. Start by matching the equipment to...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/concrete-pump-for-shotcrete-applications-choosing-the-right-system</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aced442637e824124dee02e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 14 Oct 2026 01:00:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_82c266f3c215470994e1a53f36e61437~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concrete Pump Operating Costs: A 2026 Guide to Fleet Efficiency]]></title><description><![CDATA[What if your most expensive asset isn't the pump itself, but the hidden drain of inefficient operating cycles? Most contractors know that managing concrete pump operating costs feels like a constant battle against rising diesel prices and the threat of a blown pipeline mid-pour. It's stressful when...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/concrete-pump-operating-costs-a-2026-guide-to-fleet-efficiency</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac9b62ba0c8bb9de7367211</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 Oct 2026 03:51:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_973aeb4f9c41498f92950c4bfa6bbe37~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Retrofitting Safety Features to Older Pumps: A Practical Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new safety component can create a new risk if it does not suit the pump it is fitted to. Retrofitting safety features to older pumps should start with the machine’s condition and configuration, not a standard parts checklist. A well-planned upgrade considers the people operating the pump, the work...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/retrofitting-safety-features-to-older-pumps-a-practical-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ac416600e8de61d1d0dc93f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:28:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_8e757554cbc644818f953ef3af113dbb~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concrete Placement Automation: 2026 Australian Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[What does automation in concrete placement mean for a real project? It is not necessarily about removing people from the pour. It can mean coordinating the right equipment and workflow, with skilled people still planning and operating the setup. On a high-rise project, that may involve matching a hi...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/concrete-placement-automation-2026-australian-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abaf684047535840390b8ae</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Sep 2026 23:21:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_1e3e346e769548c3896fdc6822ba21d9~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Professional Guide to Concrete Pump Trucks in Australia (2026)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Does your concrete pump truck have the grunt to reach the final floor of a high-rise project, or is a burst pipeline waiting to stall your site progress? You've likely felt the frustration of equipment downtime when pressure levels and pipeline quality aren't in sync, especially on tight Australian...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/the-professional-guide-to-concrete-pump-trucks-in-australia-2026</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aab2fe6492c8c41bafa1781</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:10:14 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_6138bebf8df7460dab5ed959020959ab~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Emergency Concrete Pump Repair: Rapid Response for Australian Job Sites]]></title><description><![CDATA[Imagine you're halfway through a critical high-rise pour in the midday heat when your high-pressure static pump suddenly loses all power. You know that every minute of silence from the machinery is money leaking off your balance sheet and concrete beginning to set in your pipeline. It's a high-stake...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/emergency-concrete-pump-repair-rapid-response-for-australian-job-sites</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aab2dee2dc1ddd4aee2f31d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:01:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_2ee5fffb0c1b466a86365dd7e0a4a4ba~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[High Pressure Static Concrete Pumps: The 2026 Professional Guide to Australian High-Rise Projects]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the high-stakes world of Australian vertical construction, a single pressure drop at level 50 isn't just a delay; it's a logistical nightmare that can stall an entire site's momentum. You know that keeping the concrete moving is the difference between a profitable project and a massive headache,...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/high-pressure-static-concrete-pumps-the-2026-professional-guide-to-australian-high-rise-projects</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa88e9d657220a882769b6f</guid><pubDate>Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:17:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_9d1a0ed4ca4a45ed9978f18d8545b514~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[2026 Guide: High-Pressure Trailer Mounted Concrete Pumps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Could a single equipment failure on a regional site derail your entire project timeline and blow out your budget? It's a reality many Australian contractors face when their machinery lacks the grunt for high-rise pours or when genuine spare parts are weeks away. 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You've probably felt the sting of unexpected on-site breakdowns and the dread of liquidated damages when a high-rise pour suddenly grind...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/5-critical-signs-you-need-a-new-concrete-pump-an-australian-fleet-owner-s-guide</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa71f43f688f98da0f0b48c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:10:11 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_5536117044584b1d85e4aa22e5f02bce~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Concrete Pump Twin Wall Pipe: The Professional Guide to High-Pressure Delivery Lines]]></title><description><![CDATA[A single pipe burst during a high-pressure pour does more than just stall your schedule; it puts your crew's safety at risk and burns through profit margins in minutes. Investing in a high-quality concrete pump double wall pipe is no longer a luxury for specialist contractors, it's a necessity for t...]]></description><link>https://www.equipcon.com.au/post/concrete-pump-twin-wall-pipe-the-professional-guide-to-high-pressure-delivery-lines</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa1d6c7c5f8cde855524577</guid><pubDate>Wed, 09 Sep 2026 21:59:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/23778f_220b510db2244bdc91561f7d4078e351~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Joel Eddington</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>