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"content": "<p>Have you ever considered the money you can make if you own and hire out a skid steer? There is potential to earn a good income whether that be as a self-drive or with yourself as an operator.</p>
<p>Wet hire means the machinery is hired out with an operator and dry hire means the machinery is hired out on its own.</p>
<p>A skid steer, a piece of heavy plant machinery, is ideal for moving heavy earth, shifting materials on a construction site, or undertaking agricultural work. You can perform different jobs with various attachments.</p>
<p>Before you invest in one, there are a few things to consider – such as maintenance and servicing, as well as transport options to move the skid steer and any attachments. Your skid steer will provide you with a regular income stream, whether full-time or part-time.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Demolition</h4>
<p>Australia is a nation that loves demolishing old houses and replacing them with new ones. Look around your neighbourhood, on every street you’ll see a new property rising out from the ground.</p>
<p>Skid steers can be used for both interior and exterior demolition. Using a grapple bucket attachment, shears or hammers, you can demolish just about everything! Concrete, drywall, wooden flooring – nothing is off-limits.</p>
<h4>Landscaping and digging</h4>
<p>A skid steer is perfect for any landscaping work in a garden or larger area. This includes removing trees or preparing an area for a patio or decking. A grading rake attachment to your skid steer will level out the soil and clear the area.</p>
<p>A bucket attachment means you can transport the earth and materials rather than going backward and forwards with a wheelbarrow.</p>
<h4>Agricultural projects</h4>
<p>Farmers may well need a skid steer for agricultural work. A trenching attachment will slice through tough earth. A bucket or grading attachment means you can level, fill in holes or aerate the soil.</p>
<p>For the seasonal sow, farmers may want to hire a skid steer with a seeding attachment or a rotary broom to help sweep dirt from unwanted paved areas. Heavy pallets of food and bales of hay can be easily transported with a skid steer and a fork attachment.</p>
<h4>Mowing (also known as slashing)</h4>
<p>Did you know a skid steer can also be used for mowing? Mowing can be a thankless task, but a skid steer with a rotary cutter can cut down shrubbery, tall grass, mulch small branches and saplings. Many farmers believe they’re even more efficient as ride-on mowers.</p>
<h4>Loading and unloading</h4>
<p>A skid steer can do any heavy lifting, shifting, loading and unloading. By adding a vertical forklift attachment to your skid steer, you can work in warehouses and large stores and carry heavy loads, offloading them in high, out-of-reach areas.</p>
<p>It’s up to you to set your rates. As a guide in Australia, you can charge $130 an hour for yourself and the skid steer for wet hire or $90 for dry hire.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Talk to us</h4>
<p>For all your earthmoving attachments contact Himac Attachments. We are Perth’s leading suppliers of earthmoving and agricultural machinery attachments for skid steers, loaders, excavators, and telehandlers. We offer excellent service and affordable prices, but don’t take our word for it – check out our Google reviews.</p>",
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"content": "<p>Anyone contemplating buying a skid steer will know that it’s an expensive purchase. However, don’t lose sight of what it can do with the many available attachments. The list is endless. Without a doubt, it’s a powerful piece of machinery. Add a bucket, auger, rake, broom, or slasher and you have a versatile piece of machinery.</p>
<p>These can be mounted and unmounted quickly and easily. Skid steers are so-called because of the way they turn, by moving the left and right wheels at different speeds, the machine drags or skids across the ground to perform a turn. They come in various sizes and capacities and can be used on any terrain to perform a multitude of tasks.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Digging</h4>
<p>The standard attachment for a skid steer is a bucket. There are different types of buckets, all sturdy and perfect for digging, scooping, lifting, and moving heavy materials such as rocks, dirt, debris, gravel, and sand. A dirt bucket has a rounded back, so you can easily spread the material around, but there are dozens of other bucket types to choose from such as a grapple bucket or combination bucket.</p>
<h4>Augers</h4>
<p>Augers are another popular skid steer attachment and can dig precise holes. With the auger’s corkscrew action it can burrow into the ground while leaving the soil around the hole intact. An auger attachment will allow you to dig deep, nearly two metres down. Available as basic, heavy-duty and extreme, consider the job in hand, the ground condition and depth and size of the hole before making a selection.</p>
<h4>Rake</h4>
<p>A skid steer with a rake attachment is perfect for landscaping requirements – to clean up your site or prepare your soil. A rake will collect debris, rocks and uproot any unwanted foliage, while also smoothing out and flattening bumpy ground. A rake with a skid steer attachment is perfect to prepare your soil for a lawn or agricultural seedbed.</p>
<h4>Sweeper or Broom</h4>
<p>This attachment is just as it sounds and is even more useful with a sweeper bucket attached to it. A skid steer with a broom and steel bristles, makes sweeping paths and warehouses a breeze. They can easily pick up debris and surplus dirt which can be pushed into a sweeper bucket to collect the remains.</p>
<h4>Slasher</h4>
<p>If you’re working on land and want to clear grasslands and shrubbery, a skid steer with a slasher is the perfect option for you. It can clear scrub, tidy fence lines, as well as being used for roadway maintenance and general landscaping duties.</p>
<h4>Pickers</h4>
<p>A rock picker will allow you to dig and collect stones with the rotating collector sifting through material picking up stones and screening out large objects up to 50cm wide. It also sifts dirt and breaks up clumps and debris to redistribute the clean soil wherever you want it.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Himac have got your back</h4>
<p>Whatever your requirements for your skid steer, look no further than Himac Attachments. We sell a range of attachments that offer reliability and performance – all at affordable prices. We are the attachment experts, so call us for a quote on <a href="tel:1800888114"><strong>1800 888 114</strong></a> for all your earthmoving, construction and agricultural needs.</p>",
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"content": "<p>As a landscaper, you know the importance of high-quality equipment. The right tools can ease the process and speed up the timeline of your job.</p>
<p>Skid steers are compact and highly effective. By investing in attachments, you can make the most of your existing equipment, saving you money and energy. But with so many options out there, it can be confusing to make the right choices for your work. Fortunately, we've got you covered. Here's everything you need to know about skid steers, and what their attachments can add to your arsenal:</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Skid Steers and your landscaping</h4>
<p>Skid steers are a great vehicle choice no matter what kind of earth-moving you're looking to do. With the easy ability to prep, trench, haul, and dig, skid steers quickly earn their spot on your team. Take advantage of their capabilities for tasks like:</p>
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<li>Soil preparation</li>
<li>Irrigation line installation</li>
<li>Planting</li>
<li>Transporting pallets and materials</li>
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<p>The possibilities only grow when you invest in skid steer attachments. Your investment will quickly pay off as you make good use of these tools, which will help speed the process of obtaining the results you want. There are endless options to meet your needs. To help you out, we've made a list of our top four attachments. Strengthen your line-up with these groundbreaking ground-movers:</p>
<h4>1) Chain Trencher</h4>
<p>Hard ground doesn't need to be hard to work with. A <a href="/products/skid-steer-trencher" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">chain trencher</a> comes equipped with a wide variety of chain and teeth capabilities, allowing you to find the perfect pairing for your needs. You'll be able to more easily achieve a consistent digging depth, speeding things up and minimising disruptions to the surrounding environment.</p>
<p>With consultants to help you identify your ideal digger and generous warranties, you can invest in a chain trencher attachment with confidence.</p>
<h4>2) Pallet Forks</h4>
<p>Pallet forks are a must-have skid steer attachment, as they quickly and easily transform your vehicle into an unstoppable mover and hauler. The <a href="/products/skid-steer-pallet-forks" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">traditional, adjustable fork</a> provides all the strength of a forklift without the clunky and inconvenient size. For even more versatility in movement, <a href="/products/skid-steer-pallet-forks" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">a pallet fork with floating tynes</a> eliminates blind spots and eases the navigation of tight quarters.</p>
<p>These attachments bring peak convenience without compromising on quality or strength.</p>
<h4>3) Pallet Fork Add-Ons</h4>
<p>Don't stop at just the fork! Make the most of your new tool with pallet fork add-ons. Whether you need to <a href="/products/skid-steer-hook-on-hay-spear" target="_blank" title="Himac Hook-on Hay Spears" rel="noopener noreferrer">spear hay</a> or <a href="/products/skid-steer-hook-on-lifting-boom" title="Hook-on Lifting Boom for Himac Pallet Forks">get lifting</a>, there's sure to be an upgrade for you. There is also the <a href="/products/skid-steer-hook-on-trailer-spotter" title="Hook-on Trailer Spotter for Himac Pallet Forks">hook-on trailer spotter</a> for excellent turning and shifting of anything you can tow!</p>
<p>Unlock the full potential of your machinery by providing them with the perfect supplementary tools.</p>
<h4>4) Skid Steer Ripper</h4>
<p>No job - or patch of earth - is too hard for a <a href="/products/skid-steer-ripper" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">skid steer ripper</a>. These attachments are strong and reliable, built to a high standard that you can trust. Whether your job requires five or seven tynes, there's a top-quality ripper for you.</p>
<h4></h4>
<h4 class="hr-2">Himac Attachments</h4>
<p>Ready to transform the landscape of your earthmoving capabilities? <a href="/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Himac Attachments</a> is prepared to meet all of your landscaping needs with unmatched customer service and products. Our products are top-rated and built to last. Your clients, farm, or project deserve the absolute best results. Our attachments can help get you there.</p>
<p>With experts to help you find the perfect attachment for your job and fast dispatch, Himac will help you start your project quickly and confidently. By supporting an Australia-based company and manufacturer, you'll be helping to improve your community before you even break ground on a job. To get the expertise and attachments you need, <a href="/pages/contact-us" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">contact us today</a>. We look forward to working with you.</p>",
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"content": "<p>Although it might not seem like it, mental health can have a massive impact on work, especially for those engaged in manual labour - and this is not discussed enough.</p>
<p>Mental health plays an important role in all aspects of work, from the way you engage with customers and clients, to colleagues, and even the way work is performed. If you find yourself irritable, angry, or just upset a lot, it could be a sign that there's something else lying under the surface that needs to be considered.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">A taboo subject</h4>
<p>For decades, mental health has been one of those topics that gets shoved under the rug, never to be discussed. Male-dominated fields in particular, such as manual labour, have borne the brunt of the taboo. The need to keep up appearances, to avoid problems and not show weakness has long been a staple in society, and therefore diminished the role that mental health has on work. And with the physical demands that manual labour often takes, it becomes easier and easier to push mental health to the side, even if it is impacting work and the way a business is being run.</p>
<h4>The connection between work and mental health</h4>
<p>The truth is, you spend the majority of your life at work. Whether you're running a business or working under someone, a great deal of time is spent actually working, so keeping an eye on your mental health during this time is incredibly important. Because sometimes, negative thoughts and feelings may come without you even really realising it or paying attention, but it's easier to pinpoint when you know the signs.</p>
<p>Think about your work right now. Are you happy? Do you have the drive to push your business, to keep it growing and meet the demands of manual labour in its different forms? If you often find yourself feeling listless and tired, lethargic and unable to focus, it might be a sign that you need to tend to your mental health. Often, you'll find yourself easily distracted, jittery and nervous...or on the opposite end, you may feel like it's difficult to run things the way they are, to keep going.</p>
<p>If you are not sure what to look for, <a href="https://www.ranzcp.org/files/resources/college_statements/clinician/cpg/mood-disorders-cpg.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists</a> has put together some guidelines to help you identify the signs. While not an exhaustive list of symptoms and signs, it can give you a starting point when thinking about mental health.</p>
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<li>low mood</li>
<li>little pleasure doing activities</li>
<li>fatigue</li>
<li>excessive guilt</li>
<li>feelings of hopelessness and helplessness</li>
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<p>The common belief has always been that men don't talk about their feelings, and there's almost a weird kind of pressure to internalize negative thoughts rather than dealing with it. But mental health can impact across different spheres of life such as work very dramatically, and so it is important to move away from that belief. Male-dominated fields like manual labour tend to see this a lot, so it's doubly important to recognize, identify, and take steps towards improving your mental health when faced with this kind of thought.</p>
<h4>What resources are available?</h4>
<p>Luckily, no one is completely alone. There are a lot of resources available to identify and address mental health issues. Some of these include:</p>
<ul>
<li>
<a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/about-us/who-we-are-and-what-we-do" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Beyond Blue</a> provides a lot of services around mental health, including helping find professionals, finding immediate support, as well as hosting online communities and forums for peer support.</li>
<li>
<a href="https://headtohealth.gov.au/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Head to Health</a> is an Australian government initiative that works to connect people to digital mental health resources, including crisis support phone lines and chat.</li>
<li>
<a href="https://mhaustralia.org/need-help" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Mental Health Australia</a> has put together links to different sources that can provide mental health assistance ranging from general to more specific sources.</li>
<li>
<a href="https://www1.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/mental-links" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The Australian Department of Health</a> has also put together resources and directories for mental health services and providers so that people can find the care they need.</li>
</ul>
<p>Ultimately, mental health is one of the most important things to tend to because it can impact so much of your life. Manual labour can often feel tough and isolating, but it does not have to be that way. As more people bring up the impact of mental health, the more its taboo nature sheds.</p>
<p>Continuing that conversation and reaching out to others that may need help is incredibly important. These are some of the resources that are available to provide that service and to help people navigate through these issues while balancing work and family life.</p>",
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"content": "<p>If you’re a farmer or someone else who works in the agricultural industry, you know that a great deal of your livelihood is controlled by the weather. The changing seasons, fluctuating temperatures, precipitation, and various climate patterns all play a huge part in successful crop production.</p>
<p>Fortunately, many of today’s farmers are better able to control what happens to their crops because of modern technology. Here are four ways Australian farmers are using modern technology to cut costs.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">1) Cloud computing</h4>
<p>Farmers in Australia are using cloud computing, along with different other types of technology, to improve efficiency in crop production. More and more agriculture businesses are utilising data analytics, besides remote sensors, for creating what’s known as “smart farms”.</p>
<p>For example, farmers collect many kinds of data, such as water and soil moisture levels, crop yields, and crop growth figures. By taking advantage of cloud computing, farmers can ensure product freshness, improve supply chain efficiency, and have optimal labour hours and crop production.</p>
<h4>2) Big data technology</h4>
<p>Although the term “big data” is used for describing all types of digital agriculture, it actually pertains to collecting and interpreting exceptionally massive volumes of data. Digital agriculture involves using sensors, monitors, and other types of digital technology. Once it’s collected, the data is interpreted so that there’s more precise information for making decisions in farm management.</p>
<h5>Uses of big data</h5>
<p>One of the primary ways big data is utilised is in yield production, which uses mathematical models for analysing data around weather, yield, leaf and biomass index as well as other things. By predicting yields, farmers can get a more accurate idea regarding what they should plant in addition to knowing the best time to plant. Sensors are used to collect data. As a result, there’s less labour involved. This improves crop production.</p>
<p>Risk management is another important use. Farmers using big data are now able to estimate the odds of having to deal with problems such as crop failure. This results in a significant amount of financial savings from what would have been a financial disaster from shifting weather patterns.</p>
<p>Food spoilage prevention and food safety—Microbes and food contamination can instantly be detected because of big data farming. Data can be collected for information, including temperature, humidity, and chemicals. By discovering problems early, repair bills are less and there’s not as much wastage.</p>
<h4>3) Precision farming</h4>
<p>Precision farming has been proven to be highly effective, especially in New Zealand, where agriculture is a key industry. Also known as satellite farming, precision farming involves a GPS device that’s installed in a vehicle for the purpose of spreading fertiliser. Data is sent through a network to a secure server.</p>
<p>The system monitors the rate and width of fertiliser application, which allows farmers to check the trail of a fertiliser spreader, besides improve their farm management. As a result, farmers can cut costs. In other words, thanks to precision farming, farmers are less likely to waste fertiliser, as they use only the amount that’s needed.</p>
<h4>4) The Internet of Things</h4>
<p>The Internet of Things (IoT) in large-scale farming agriculture is a term that refers to using highly interconnected sensors for measuring information, such as the number of seeds a farmer plants, soil moisture levels, fertiliser amounts used, temperatures of stored products, and other farm variables.</p>
<p>One of the main benefits for farmers is that they can reduce production costs. What’s more, the internet of things improves crop monitoring so that there are fewer crop losses from harsh weather or disease. This modern technology also improves communication and is more affordable than mobile networks.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Considerations and warnings</h4>
<ul>
<li>Digital agriculture in Australia is mostly used for growing crops, such as in remote monitoring by drones, satellite, or internet-connected harvesting equipment. However, it’s also used in <a href="http://theconversation.com/technology-is-changing-the-face-of-northern-australian-cattle-farming-31552" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">cattle farming</a>.</li>
<li>Consider how, historically, agriculture in Australia has been plagued with extended droughts and irregular rainfall, which can result in financial loss for farmers. That’s why modern technology is especially helpful here as it helps with crop monitoring.</li>
</ul>
<p>Do you need high-quality machinery attachments for your farm equipment that can save you countless hours of labour on the field? Then look no further than Himac Attachments.</p>
<p><a href="/pages/contact">Contact us</a> to learn more about our exceptional products.</p>",
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"content": "<p>Your skid steer is arguably one of the most versatile pieces of equipment you own. A variety of attachments make tough jobs easier. In fact, there's very little this powerful piece of machinery can't handle. One of the most useful attachments is a skid steer bucket.</p>
<p>They come in a variety of types that are suitable for a number of construction, landscape, and other uses. Understanding the types of skid steer buckets that are available and their uses makes it easier for you to choose the right skid steer bucket for your needs.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Skid Steer Rake Buckets</h4>
<p>Cleaning up your property is no easy feat, that is, unless you have a <a href="/search?type=product&q=rake+bucket" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Himac Rake Bucket</a> attached to your skid steer. It can handle the toughest jobs, including removing heavy vegetation, moving stones and rocks, and sorting demolition materials and other debris from dirt. It's a must-have attachment for farmers, ranchers, and anyone who owns or manages land that needs to be cleared and maintained. </p>
<h4>High Capacity Skid Steer Buckets</h4>
<p>Some jobs need to be done quickly and efficiently so you can get on with your day. If you have a need to move large amounts of grain, fertiliser, or mulch, you need a bucket that can handle a large volume. A <a href="/products/skid-steer-high-capacity-bucket" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">High Capacity Himac Skid Steer Bucket Attachment</a> will not only provide you with the volume capacity that you need, but it will also make the job faster, easier, and more efficient. At the end of the day, that means less work and more productivity.</p>
<h4>Skid Steer Grapple Buckets</h4>
<p>Got a big job like demolition clean up, logs, rocks, shrubs, or bushes to move, or a load of waste to handle? A <a href="/products/skid-steer-rock-grapple-bucket" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Himac Skid Steer Rock Grapple Bucket</a> is the ideal tool for these types of hard-to-handle loads. Uneven loads aren't a problem since the grapple arms operate independently for superb load control. In fact, there's not much a grapple bucket can't handle, whether it's on your construction site, ranch, farm, or any other job site.</p>
<h4>Self-Loading Concrete Mixer Bucket</h4>
<p>Concrete can be difficult to work with at the best of times, and not having the right tools for the job could end in a poor quality concrete mix or even messy clean ups that can set you back for hours. Loading, mixing and delivering concrete across a work site is made easy with a <a href="/products/skid-steer-concrete-mixer-bucket">Himac Skid Steer Concrete Mixer</a>.</p>
<h4>Skid Steer Stump Removal Bucket</h4>
<p>Removing old stumps and moving trees is a time-consuming, labour-intensive job if you don't have the right tools and equipment. A <a href="/products/skid-steer-stump-bucket" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Himac Stump Removal Bucket</a> for your skid steer allows you to easily clear the land, work on your landscape, and much more. The serrated edge and curved base make light work of cutting tree roots, digging trenches, and makes demolition like pulling up old asphalt and concrete a snap.</p>
<h4>And even more!</h4>
<p>From the <a href="/products/skid-steer-bucket-broom">Himac Bucket Broom</a>, <a href="/products/skid-steer-general-purpose-bucket">General Purpose Buckets</a>, <a href="/products/skid-steer-concrete-kibble">Concrete Kibble Bucket</a> and more - we've got your back at Himac.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Made to handle Australia's tough conditions</h4>
<p>You work hard every day and you need equipment that can not only keep up with your pace, but also last. <a href="/pages/skid-steer-attachments" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Himac's Skid Steer Attachments</a> are all designed and constructed out of high-grade steel and they're as tough as the Australian climate. No matter how hot it gets outside, or how long the workday is, Himac attachments are hard-working, durable, and reliable. You can rest assured that no matter which Himac skid steer bucket you use, it'll be up to whatever challenge you're up against.</p>
<h4>Request a no-obligation, free quote</h4>
<p>Ready to get some work done? <a href="/pages/contact">Contact us</a> online at Himac to learn more about the power and versatility of our skid steer bucket attachments today. You can also call <a href="tel:1800888114">1800 888 114</a> for a fast, free quote. In no time at all, you'll be putting your new skid steer attachment to work moving those rocks, debris, and other hard to handle loads.</p>",
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<p><span>While print advertising and word-of-mouth will land you jobs</span>, more and more potential customers research online than ever before. That is why you need a sound digital marketing plan to help you generate more leads and build a large client base.</p>
<p>Here are six easy ways that digital marketing can help you grow your landscaping business.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">1) Open a landscaping website</h4>
<p>The website is quickly becoming a primary business front. Often, consumers who shop online use company websites to compare products and services. An impressive and easy-to-navigate site attracts many shoppers because they feel that you are experienced and credible.</p>
<p>You want a simple, modern design for your website that is not only easy to navigate but also has concise information that leads visitors to your call to action. Make your site mobile-friendly since a lot of visits are on phones.</p>
<h4>2) SEO</h4>
<p>Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) is a household name in digital marketing and is synonymous with organic traffic. It makes your brand searchable and visible in search engines, which spikes up your website traffic and allows you to convert leads into sales and visitors into paying customers.</p>
<p>You want your articles and content pieces featured on the top page of search engines using white hat strategies such as the use of targeted keywords or inbound and outbound links. The best thing about SEO is that you are not paying anything, especially if you have a content writer on your staff.</p>
<h4>3) Social media marketing</h4>
<p>Social media permeates the daily lives of billions of users worldwide, and it has proven that it's not a passing trend. Businesses have recognised the significance of a social media presence as more users turn to these platforms to look for services and products. Hence, the platforms have become an ideal channel to engage customers, raise brand awareness, and promote business products and services.</p>
<p>A landscaping business without an active social media presence is missing out on a golden opportunity to tap into a large customer base, generate leads, and drive traffic to their sites. Some social media platforms (like Instagram) are extremely effective in encouraging action from users such as visiting online shops and websites.</p>
<h4>4) Video marketing</h4>
<p>Video marketing has become a hot trend in recent years as more customers demand videos, which they tend to consume more thoroughly compared to other content forms. Most internet users check videos on the products they want to purchase before deciding to visit a store.</p>
<p>You can do video marketing in numerous ways. It can be an educational video, a product promotional piece, a webinar, tutorial, or a behind the scenes glimpse. What's more, videos can increase engagement and awareness, so adding them to your business's digital marketing strategy makes sense.</p>
<p>You can also feature short videos of your completed projects on your YouTube channel, your social media sites, or add them to your website.</p>
<h4>5) Content marketing</h4>
<p>Landscape companies that blog consistently accumulate more links to their website. This is because producing informative content regularly attracts consistent traffic. Content marketing allows you to do this. Providing great content that is relevant to your target customer base can help you cement your authority in the landscaping sector.</p>
<p>The trick is providing informative content, solutions, and answers to users' problems. When users go online and search for products or services that they want or need, they can find your blog content, read it, and land back on your website where you can easily convert them.</p>
<h4>6) Paid advertising</h4>
<p>Depending on where you operate from, seasonality can significantly affect the number of contracts you get during certain times of the year. However, running paid ads to reach potential clients looking for landscaping services can help you remain afloat all year long.</p>
<p>Depending on the services you offer, always make your ads as specific as possible to avoid ambiguity. Creating paid ads that are creative and specific can help you in targeting your audience based on the services you offer.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">Create a marketing strategy for your landscaping business</h4>
<p>Keeping the above six marketing techniques in mind can help you develop your digital marketing strategy and grow your landscaping business. If it feels overwhelming, you may opt to consult a landscaping marketing consultant for some assistance.</p>
<p>Himac Attachments provides an incredible and reliable range of machinery attachments for skid steer loaders, ag loaders, tractors, telehandlers, wheel loaders, and excavators Australia-wide. <a href="/pages/contact">Contact us</a> today to get your quote or to learn more about our products.</p>",
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"content": "<p>For many years, the good old tractor has been the ultimate solution to most manual tasks on a farm. Its durable craftsmanship and high performance make it adapted to these tasks.</p>
<p>But, given the dynamic farming culture, farmers need to upgrade to the latest machinery technology to improve productivity. With this in mind, it is easy to see why telehandlers are replacing tractors as an improved solution to farming operations. Compared to tractors, telehandlers feature additional capabilities that make them more adapted to farming, thus lowering operating costs.</p>
<p>To help you understand better why you need to invest in a telehandler, here are some of its benefits...</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">1) Versatility</h4>
<p>Versatility is one of the greatest strengths of a telehandler. It features telescopic booms with a variation of attachments to suit various tasks. So, whether you are moving loads of tight feed through spaces, unloading pallets, or even stacking bales of hay, you can rely on a telehandler to get the job done.</p>
<p>While using the <a href="/pages/telehandler-attachments" title="Telehandler Attachments from Himac">attachments</a>, it’s easy to switch from one to the other without breaking a sweat. Thanks to the hydraulic quick-attach function, you can easily connect your next attachment by a simple touch of a button. Alternatively, you can also pull out a pin to switch an enclosure that fits the task at hand.</p>
<h4>2) Cost saving</h4>
<p>Owing to its diversified portfolio of attachments, a telehandler eliminates the need for buying or renting other types of farm machinery.</p>
<p>In addition, the machine comes with a solid-built chassis and robust power-train to handle the toughest tasks. This means that a telehandler saves you costly repairs, making it a valuable addition to your farm. However, it is vital to ensure that you fit compatible attachments and schedule regular maintenance to avoid costly mechanical breakdowns.</p>
<h4>3) Increased productivity</h4>
<p>The accurate measure of valuable farm machinery is determined by the degree of its efficiency in productivity. True to this notion, telehandlers score well in increasing production efficiency, as evident from its high-load capacity. These machines can lift heavy loads to greater heights compared to similar-sized cranes and forklifts.</p>
<p>The telescopic booms enhance flexibility to transport loads for long distances that would be otherwise impossible to reach using a single vehicle. More so, adding the high load capacity to the machine’s ability to handle various tasks, you end up doing more while spending less time.</p>
<h4>4) On and off-road capabilities</h4>
<p>Similar to most agricultural tractors, telehandlers feature four-wheel drive functionality for smooth navigation of rough terrain. But what sets them apart from the traditional tractors is their big, agricultural-grade tires with excellent traction. With these features, telehandlers are well-adapted to working in tightly confined spaces with an uneven surface, typically found when feeding livestock or loading and unloading products.</p>
<h4>5) Improved safety</h4>
<p>The high lifting power of telehandlers makes it easy to perform complicated manual lifting. This reduces the pressure on your workers, which in turn improves their safety. To further enhance security, many telehandler models have stabilisers that allow safe use of the machine even on sloping grounds. You are also provided with an operator manual to ensure safe use.</p>
<p>Despite its high loading capacity, it is advisable to avoid exceeding the machine’s maximum load capacity. This not only improves the user’s safety but also reduces overall wear and tear that stems from overloading.</p>
<h4 class="hr-2">The choice is yours</h4>
<p>It is no doubt that a telehandler is worth adding to your fleet of farm machinery. It saves you time and money while improving productivity for maximum agricultural output. Its capability to perform various tasks has proven to be extremely resourceful in the modern-day farming industry.</p>
<p>Choose from a wide range of models from world-class brands such as <a href="https://bobcatofaustralia.com.au/bobcat-equipment/78/Bobcat-Telehandlers" title="Bobcat Telehandlers">Bobcat</a>, <a href="https://www.cat.com/en_AU/products/new/equipment/telehandlers.html" title="Caterpillar Telehandlers">CAT IT</a>, <a href="https://www.claas.com.au/products/telehandlers/scorpion1033-635-lrc?subject=D00002686_en_AU" title="Claas Scorpion Telehandlers">Claas Scorpion</a>, <a href="https://faresinindustries.com.au/telescopic-handlers/" title="Faresin Teleandlers">Faresin</a>, <a href="https://www.jcbcea.com.au/machines/telehandlers/" title="JCB Telehandlers">JCB</a>, <a href="https://www.manitou.com/en/s/U89ybCYAACoAdl8Q" title="Manitou Telehandlers">Manitou</a>, <a href="https://www.merloaustralia.com.au/" title="Merlo Telehandlers">Merlo</a>, <a href="https://agriculture.newholland.com/apac/en-au/equipment/products/tractors-telehandlers/full-size-telehandlers" title="New Holland Telehandlers">New Holland</a> and much more.</p>
<p>To make the most of your telehandler, you can expand your capabilities with <a href="/pages/telehandler-attachments" title="Himac Telehandler Attachments">telehandler attachments</a> from Himac. With the expansion of Telehandlers in operation Australia-wide, Himac have become a leading manufacturer of Australian-made attachments engineered to suit almost any Telehandler on the market.</p>",
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