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Star Equipment Ltd.
1401 2nd Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
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Phone: 877-267-7203
Email: contactstarequipmentltd@starequip.com
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    Extend Engine Life by Keeping Fuel Clean

    Dec. 13 2022 Tips Star Equipment

    In fact, dirt and dust cause 85% of fuel system failures.

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    Manitou ULM Ultra-Light Telehandler receives the 2022 Editor’s Choice Award from Rental Magazine

    Oct. 25 2022 News Manitou

    Manitou ULM Ultra-Light Telehandler takes home its second win in North America this time for Rental Magazine's 2022 Editor's Choice Award.

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    How to Prevent Rust on Heavy Equipment

    Oct. 7 2022 Tips Star Equipment

    Tips and best practices you can start doing now to prevent rust on your machines.

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    Star Equipment Machine Showcase

    Sep. 2 2022 Events Star Equipment

    Join Star Equipment, Somero, Husqvarna, and Multiquip at our Machine Showcase on September 22.

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    Heavy Equipment Operator Checklist

    Jul. 22 2022 Tips Star Equipment

    Heavy equipment operation can be dangerous and inefficient if done incorrectly. That’s why we’ve put together a heavy equipment operator checklist ...

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    Compact Excavator Tips

    Jul. 19 2022 News Star Equipment

    Downtime and expensive repairs can seriously set back your business and cost you resources that could be better spent elsewhere. When it comes to c...

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    Cooling System Maintenance Tips

    Jul. 7 2022 Tips Star Equipment

    Cooling system issues are the cause of about 40% of all machine downtime, especially during the summer. ...

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    Manitou Group Introduces ALL-NEW Manitou Ultra-Compact Telehandlers

    May 31 2022 Announcements Star Equipment

    Manitou releases the All-NEW Ultra-Compact Telehandler line.

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    Geh Introduces Two ALL-NEW Super Compact Telehandlers

    May 31 2022 Announcements Star Equipment

    Gehl New Product Launch - GCT 3-14 and 3-14+ Compact Telehandlers

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    How to Get Your Equipment Out of the Mud

    Apr. 27 2022 Tips Star Equipment

    Avoid getting your heavy equipment stuck in the mud with these tips .

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    What Can You Do with End of Life Equipment?

    Mar. 9 2022 Tips Star Equipment

    To ensure optimal performance on the job, you sometimes need to get rid of even your most trusted and longest serving heavy equipment. No matter ho...

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    How to Choose the Right Chains for Lifting and Transport

    Jan. 17 2022 Tips Star Equipment

    This guide on various chain grades will help ensure you use the correct chain for your transport and lifting needs.

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    Join Us at the Iowa State Fair

    Aug. 11 2021 Events Star Equipment

    Star Equipment is at the 2021 Iowa State Fair!

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    Cimline's Hit The Road Heads to Star Equipment for 4 Days of Demos

    Jul. 23 2021 Events Star Equipment

    Cimline’s Hit The Road is headed to Star Equipment to demonstrate two new machines, the P1 patcher and the ME3 mastic melter.

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    CTL and Skid Steer Operation

    Jul. 20 2021 Tips Star Equipment

    Follow our best practices to make sure you are getting the most out of your equipment by completing work efficiently and safely.

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  • Des Moines Location
  • 1401 2nd Avenue
  • Des Moines, IA 50314
  • 515-283-2215
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  • Cedar Rapids Location
  • 2950 6th Street SW
  • Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
  • 319-365-5139
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  • 2625 W. Airline Highway
  • Waterloo, IA 50703
  • 319-236-6830
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  • 2100 E. Lincoln Way
  • Ames, IA 50010
  • 515-233-9500
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