Inside the October 2011 Issue of Gas, Oil & Mining Contractor

Cover Story: Keep on Truckin’

Doby Hagar’s fleet of tractor-trailer rigs is constantly on the grow to serve busy California oil field customers

Tech Perspective: Down to the Wire

Wireline and slickline technology have come a long way in 80 years as lines are becoming longer, stronger and more technologically advanced. Two 40-year veterans share their observations.

Product Roundup: The Workingman’s Friend

Rugged and reliable support trucks, trailers and related equipment help contractors tackle tough jobs and satisfy demanding customers

Safety First: CPR Revisited

The American Heart Association has released new guidelines for helping to resuscitate victims of sudden cardiac arrest

Product Spotlight: Minetruck Designed for Safe Work Underground

On the Money: Right Credit, Right Reason

Don’t be afraid to borrow money when your business needs it. Just know good debt from bad debt and avoid getting overextended.

Money Machines: Pick Up the Pace

Brawny picker truck with Kenworth chassis and Weldco Hydra-Lift crane allows Canada’s BeDevil Enterprises to lift more and bigger equipment for oil field customers

Walker Group Adds Two Locations; ITT Signs Procurement Agreement with Saudi Aramco; Val-Matic Releases Product Brochure; Enduro Composites Acquires Bay Products; NETZSCH Expands Distribution Territory; Atlas Copco Changes Name, Adds Staff; Godwin Offers Flygt Electric Submersible Pumps; NORTRAX Branches Earn Top Satisfaction Ratings

Editor's Notebook: In the Safety Zone

Take a cue from our friend Gilbert Romero and stress driver training as your crews hit the road with your variety of support services vehicles

Building the Business: Not Personal – Just Business

Attention to several basic issues can help you enjoy the benefits of a family business without the potential destructive conflicts

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