Equipment Link, Inc.

Social Media is the way to go.....

2012-02-02T09:58:00.000-08:00

Equipment Link entered the world of social media last year. We had our new website developed by LogicMaze, a local web designer. Google Analytics has helped us track the viewings of our website including the locations and the page views of potential customers. It also lets us know how many new customers visit the site each month.

We also joined Facebook and Twitter. Individually, we joined LinkedIn and also started a blog. These social outlets have allowed us to communicate with potential customers and make connections pertinent to our business. Though we are still learning, it has made a significant impact on our business. We believe 2012 will be our best year to date simply because of social media. If you have a business, find a way to incorporate it into your time. It doesn't take long and can be very beneficial. Also, feel free to share any social media secrets you have with us - we're always looking to learn!

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Twitter: @equipmentlink
LinkedIn: George Brown, Brad Specht, Roger Bluml

New Year, New Beginnings

2012-01-04T13:09:00.000-08:00

The year 2012 has arrived. Depending on your beliefs, background, and/or perspective, it could be the last year for everyone. Frankly, I believe there was a much better chance of that theology taking place during the Cold War of the 1980's with the pushing of a few buttons from either side of the world. But, I digress.

A new year can be your excuse or motivation for a new beginning. Maybe it's time to get off the couch. Maybe this year, and soon, you'll get your spouse and kids taken care of and complete your living-will. Perhaps this is the year you make it to the top and reach the pinnacle of all your goals. Maybe, just maybe, you'll be striving for what I found last year - simplification.

A few years ago, I started thinking about how good kids really have it. I'm talking about the young ones of kindergarden thru third grade. I remember, even though we had school and chores, we had lots to look forward to everyday. I wanted life to be simple again like it was during that time when I was a kid. So, I changed how I looked at my everyday life.

Do you remember what you used to do after school as a kid? We played. Some of us in after school programs, some of us at home, some with friends, some by ourselves, but we had the freedom of playtime. So, I turned work into school. I work hard during the day to rush home to the simplification of playtime. Sometimes that playtime is with my kids, sometimes with my wife (sorry, no specifics here), sometimes it's time spent by myself working on home projects or playing golf. Be careful about getting caught up in running your kids all over the place. They can play at home regardless of what they think. Be outside at least once a day - its good for the soul and probably means your doing something worthwhile. So this year, simplify and start over. Relax and enjoy life. Work hard and be proud of what you are doing. Then, start a new beginning, start back over, and find that thing that really makes your clock TICK. And play - again.

End of the Year.....

2011-12-29T06:56:00.000-08:00

Equipment Link, Inc. would like to thank all of its patrons and customers who have helped us complete another successful year. We strive to meet your expectations and we appreciate, wholeheartedly, that you choose to do business with us. Thanks for making 2011 an exceptional year. We hope to serve you again in the future! Happy New Year!

Getaways.....

2011-12-22T11:17:00.000-08:00

Would you rather take a warm, sunny relaxing vacation during the middle of winter, or a cold, cool vacation getaway during the hot, sweltering heat of summer? Hmmmm..... both have pros and cons. It also depends on your pleasure and leisure activities. I have to be doing something regardless of which vacation it is. I can't lay beside the pool or ocean and tan. At the same time, I can't lie beside a warm fire and feel like I'm in paradise. Activity dictates the vacation for me. But in the end, it's really who you spend it with, not what you do!

2011-12-21T07:44:00.000-08:00

It is truely enjoyable to watch one's kids embrace the holiday spirit and share it with each other, their cousins, and us, their parents. What makes it even more enjoyable is to have bosses who understand the importance of family time and offer additional time to spend with them during the holidays. That in itself is something to be thankful for and not taken for granted.

Machinery Trader Dealer Forum

2011-09-20T09:41:00.001-07:00

Sandhills Publishing, the host of Machinery Trader, Truckpaper, Tractorhouse, Marketbook, and AuctionTime.com, hosted their annual Dealer Forum this last week in Lincoln, NE. I was fortunate enough to be able to attend. The 68 acre campus houses four unique buildings including a multi-media building and their own print/publishing building.

Our rep, Ryan Fattig, treated us to a guided tour followed by a great lunch and wonderful dinner. In between, Sandhills Publishing demonstrated the effective use of its internet usage, mobile applications, and how to promote the use of their auction site - AuctionTime.com. The hospitality was top notch with always someone there to help if needed. I was able to network with a variety of people and business from across the United States. It's connections like this that pay off in the future for small businesses.

If you ever get a chance to stop by and see this facility, or want to learn more about the company, I highly recommend taking the time. Equipment Link was able to learn valuable insights for the future of our company. We appreciate everything Machinery Trader does for us and we hope someday to send all of our employees to see the excellent setup Sandhills Publishing has created for itself.

Equipment Link Golf Outings

2011-09-13T08:49:00.000-07:00

A few of Equipment Link's finest golfers, Roger Bluml and Kent McCormick, participated in last months Murphy Tractor / John Deere 4-man scramble golf tournament. Unaware of the stiff competition from both competitors and the course, Team EL went down in flames carding a 1-over 73 and finished near the bottom half of the pack. Players searched for the right words to sum up their day.

McCormick, who appeared miffed by his team's performance, mumbled, "Frickin' Bluml!..If he could pull his own weight on this team, we wouldn't have embarrassed ourselves like this. I knew we shoulda got George to play instead. At least he can launch a 4-iron."

Ironically enough, Bluml had the same mindset as McCormick. "Christ, this guy (McCormick) plays week in and week out and leads us to 1-over par? Ridiculous. We might as well have come out here, handed out cards, and gone home for the day."

Team EL will look to turn things around at their next outing: Dinner at Twin Peaks. At least the team morale and camaraderie should be much more enjoying - just like the scenery.

New Listings

2011-08-30T06:53:00.000-07:00

Equipment Link continues to increase its inventory of both construction and agricutural equipment. Recent listings include a Komatsu D61EX-12 dozer, a Hitachi ZX330LC excavator, a CAT 963C loader, and a Komatsu PC128US excavator. Each of these machines is well taken care of and ready to go to work for you! Check out all of our listings at www.equipmentlink.com

EQUIPMENT LINK, INC. LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE!

2011-08-24T06:44:00.000-07:00

EQUIPMENT LINK, INC. launched its new website on Aug. 23, 2011. The new site will allow much more information for our customers as well as give them access to our complete rental store as well as our sales listings. The rental reservation page will help ensure timely and handy reservations. Check out the new site today! www.equipmentlink.com

Scissor Lifts for cheap!

2011-05-13T11:36:00.000-07:00

Equipment Link is offering scissor lift rentals for $50/day beginning May 16 running through May 20. This offer is good Mon-Fri only and this ad must be mentioned. 20' or 26' scissors for only $50! Wow!!
Come see us today! http://www.equipment-link.com/

Skid Steer Attachments FREE!!!!!

2011-05-04T12:00:00.000-07:00

Monday - Friday only! May 9 - 13, 2011. All Skid Steer attachments are FREE with your rental of a skid steer this week! Brushcats, grapple buckets, auger drive w/ bits, land levelers, and more! Come see us today or call for a reservation and mention this ad.
http://www.equipment-link.com/

Mini-Excavator Rentals - Next Week is the time!

2011-04-27T06:21:00.000-07:00

May 2 - May 6, 2011. (Mon - Fri ONLY)

Mini-Excavators - $150/day for JD 35D or CAT 303B
- $200/day for JD 50D
includes your choice of buckets!
Come see us today!
http://www.equipment-link.com/

Rental Discounts for Week of April 25-29, 2011

2011-04-20T14:51:00.000-07:00

Ridiculous Rental Rates!! April 25 - 29 ONLY!!!
Loader/Backhoes for $200/day!!
JD 310 SJ or CAT 420E
Come see us or call us today!: 620-259-7902
http://www.equipment-link.com/

Another Week, Another Discount

2011-04-15T12:42:00.000-07:00

Equipment Link Rental Discounts for April 18 - April 22, 2011.

Scissor Lifts: $65/day.
Lawn and Garden Equipment: Aerators, Slicer/Seeders, Sod Cutters - $60/day

Offer good Monday through Friday only, not weekends.

Come see us today! http://www.equipment-link.com/
620-259-7902

Connecticut Cuts the Nets - Equipment Link Cuts Rental Prices!

2011-04-05T08:12:00.000-07:00

Congrats to all the UConn fans - you are National Champions once again! Equipment Link is celebrating, too. With only 11 days until our Open House, we continue to slash prices on rental items. This week: $100 Walk behind trenchers AND $100 Toro Dingo rentals. Come see us! http://www.equipment-link.com/

More Rental Discounts!

2011-03-31T07:20:00.000-07:00

April 4 - April 8, 2011 only: Walk-behind Trenchers - $100/day. Toro Dingo with any attachment - $100. Come see us today! http://www.equipment-link.com/

Reach Forklift Rental Discount

2011-03-21T07:19:00.000-07:00

CAT TH360 Reach Forklift Rental Discount!!! - - $140/day! WOW!
March 21, 2011 - March 25, 2011 only! Call today and reserve.
http://www.equipment-link.com/

March Madness!!

2011-03-17T08:33:00.000-07:00

The Madness is here! Stop by the office and catch a ball game from the NCAA tournament. Take a look at the rental inventory, or check out equipment for sale. Look forward to seeing you soon!
http://www.equipment-link.com/

Spring Time!!

2011-03-16T07:01:00.000-07:00

Spring time means its time to get all those lawn and garden projects worked into your schedule that you've been planning on all winter long. Stop by Equipment Link in South Hutchinson for all your rental needs: aerators, slicer/seeders, stump grinders, pressure washers, and much more. Call and make a reservation today. http://www.equipment-link.com/

Thanks!

2011-03-15T11:25:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all of you who stopped by the booth and visited us at the 2011 Home Builders Associaton Home Show at the Hutchinson State Fairgrounds.
Join us at our Spring Time Open House on April 16, 2011 from 10am to 2pm! Shop our rental fleet and enjoy a free luncheon.
http://www.equipment-link.com/

Please Join Us!

2011-03-09T06:32:00.000-08:00

Equipment Link, Inc. invites you to join our world of machinery sales and rentals. We connect buyers and sellers from all over the world. Let us move your equipment for you. Or, if you're looking to buy, contact us and we will actively pursue the equipment you are looking to purchase.