Having the right tools makes all the difference, right?

At Caterpillar, we believe we have the right machines and work tools to help your business perform. But what about having the right business tools to help your business operate? These days, there are so many things for virtually any local contractor to consider...

  • Who do you talk to about starting up or registering a business?
  • What are some of the industry associations available who can offer potential advice?
  • What about safety information?
  • Where to find information on basic machine operation?
  • And, where's my nearest Cat Dealer?

With these questions in mind, we've included the following websites and links to help you, especially with the running of both your business and your machines.

» Click here to view the basic operation video for the Cat Skid and/or Multi Terrain Loader

» Click here to view the basic operation video for the Cat Mini Excavator

 

   Caterpillar Resources
   
   
» •  Cat® Resource Center Click here for a quote on any of our Cat Compact Construction Equipment machines...and compare the value!
» •  Cat® Financial You can count on Cat Financial to provide the best financing solutions for your business.
» •  Cat® Rental Store If you’re not currently in the market for purchasing a Cat machine, then renting Cat Compact Construction Equipment through our extensive Cat Rental Store network might be the right option for you.
» •  Safety.cat.com™ A range of product and industry safety tips and information including OH&S practices.
» •  Find your local dealer
» •  6.5% Interest rate for up to 60 months promotion: Terms and Conditions for Free Servicing Offer Promotion.
   Australian Government Resources
   
   
» •  business.gov.au This site offers you simple and convenient access to all the government information, forms and services you need, including ABN registration. It's a whole-of-government service providing essential information on planning, starting and growing your business.
» •  Consumer Affairs - Victoria Register your Victorian business name and partnerships.
» •  Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innovation - Qld Everything you need to know about registering a business name in Qld.
» •  Office of Fair Trading – NSW Find business start-up packages and register your NSW business name.
» •  Department of Commerce – WA Find out how to register your business in WA.
» •  Business & Industry Development – Canberra Everything you need to know about registering your business in the ACT.
» •  IP Australia Find out how intellectual property (including patents, trade marks, designs, copyrights etc.) differs from business, company and domain names. Plus, find out how to protect your IP.
» •  For residents of South Australia and Tasmania. Find out who to contact about registering a business in your state.
   Industry Resources
   
   
» •  Master Plumbers and Mechanical Services Association of Australia Australia’s largest plumbing industry association.
» •  Landscaping Australia A great resource for the landscape industry.
» •  Master Builders Master Builders is the major Australian building and construction industry association.
» •  National Electrical and Communications Association The peak national body and voice of the electrical and communications industry.