Inside the July 2012 Issue of Gas, Oil & Mining Contractor

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Cover Story: Chill Factor

When it comes to building ice roads in Alaska, Peak Oilfield Service Co. has the process down cold

Product Roundup: Tough Jobs

Frozen ground, hardened scale and hazardous gases require high-pressure cleaning and the latest in safety equipment and apparel

Case Study: Tough Jobs

Tech Perspective: Towers of Light

Producing light is a science; maximizing illumination in work areas is an art. An industry expert weighs in on ways to get the most out of mobile lighting.

Special Feature: Get Off the Phone

Federal cellphone ban for commercial drivers carries hefty fines and stricter CDL rules likely will be adopted at state level

Product Spotlight: Evaporator Handles Corrosive and Large Particle Wastewater

July Product News

Featured new products.

Money Machines: Marsh Monster

This pontoon-barge-mounted hydroexcavator boldly goes where no such machine has gone before

July Industry News

GSE Lining Technology rebrands as GSE Environmental; Wabash National to acquire Walker Group Holdings; Dixon opens Maryland innovation center; Felling employees participate in Minnesota Food Share; Legacy Equipment acquires AG Truck, The Truck Shop; Polar Service names manager, opens store; SCAA appoints Gallagher to board; DuraClass launches interactive website; Duoline names human resources manager; Gamajet launches website; Newson Gale releases static grounding handbook; Manitou Americas opens dealer training center; TBEI names financial leader, director; United Rentals completes RCS acquisition

Editor's Notebook: How About a Discount?

The authors of the new book, Power Questions, share strategies for successful negotiations when a customer asks you to lower your prices

Building the Business: The Power of Testimonials

A customer’s positive report about your services is marketing gold. Here’s how to mine it.

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