Oaken Equipment has been selling, servicing and renting Bobcat compact construction equipment and Bobcat grounds maintenance equipment for over 10 years. Over that time, we’ve built some very strong relationships with our customers and partners. Hear what our customers have to say about working with our Bobcat of Toronto, Bobcat of Barrie, Bobcat of Windsor and Bobcat of Muskoka branches.
We visited Steve, owner of Xtreme Landscaping, in a north Toronto gated community to check out his team performing their routine property maintenance. He told us that upgrading to Bobcat zero-turn mowers and partnering with Bobcat of Toronto changed his mowing game. Click below to watch Steve’s story.
We dropped by a landscaping job at a Muskoka cottage to see Zack of Kennedy Contracting put his new Bobcat T76 to work. He told us why he’s been a Bobcat customer since the inception of his company and how new Bobcat innovations help him get the job done. Click below to watch Zack’s story.
We visited a beautiful large acreage in Orangeville, ON. to watch Dylan, owner of Pristine acres, show us how his new Bobcat ZT6000 zero-turn mower not only cuts a perfect lawn, but also cuts down his work time. Click below to watch Dylan’s story.
A little while ago we spent some time with Robyn, owner of MapleGreen Tree Services, to chat about his experience running his Bobcat A770 and his partnership with Bobcat of Toronto. Click below to watch Robyn’s story.
We were on-site with Blair of We Group talking about why he made the switch to the new Bobcat ZT3500 zero-turn mower. When you have a comfortable ride that’s easy to clean, you can mow all day long. Click below to watch Blair’s story.
After some physical setbacks, Joe was unable to continue working the job that he loved. Find out how Bobcat of Toronto got him back in the cab and back on the job site. Click below to watch Joe’s story.
Family owned and operated, PDI is one of the largest and most trusted demolition contractors in Canada. Watch Ryan Priestly share the story of his long-standing relationship with Bobcat equipment. Click below to watch Ryan’s story.
Since 1988 Brackenrig Landscaping has specialized in designing and building custom landscapes. Watch how Rick Wright, owner, uses Bobcat equipment to re-naturalize job sites and properties.
Specializing in underground drains and site preparation, watch why Miguel of Summit Concrete & Drain chooses Bobcat equipment to get his work done quickly and efficiently.
ProScape Land Design has been creating beautiful landscapes since 2002. See why the owner, Tom, chooses Bobcat equipment to help him make his customer’s dream properties a reality.
When you’re working on high-rises across Toronto, you need strong, reliable equipment and support. Watch why the team at Dolente picks Bobcat of Toronto as their equipment dealer of choice.
Over their 45 years of operation, Clearway Construction has tried many different brands in their fleet but always find themselves coming back to Bobcat. Find out why Giulio feels our equipment and support sets us apart from the competition.
Whether it’s commercial, industrial or residential ladscape jobs, Valterra chooses to stick with the Bobcat brand because it never lets them down. Watch why high-quality projects require high-quality machines.
Since their inception in 1996, Melfer Construction Inc has grown to be a respected contractor in the site works and landscaping industry. See how their long standing relationship with Bobcat and the seasonal versatility of our equipment continue to make us a perfect partnership.
Lincoln Construction has been leading the way in asphalt paving and concrete work since their inception in 1977. When they’ve got a job to finish, they need powerful and reliable equipment, that’s why they’ve been using Bobcat machines for 30 years.
Since 1983, Ram Iron & Metal has been recycling all grades of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. They run their equipment in the hottest of hot and the coldest of cold. Watch how Bobcat machines continue to deliver results, even in the toughest of environments!
“The best thing we did was get a great preventative maintenance and extended warranty package with our Bobcat machines. It will not only make our machines last longer, but with the great pricing, it’s equivalent to not having to hire a mechanic. With us wanting to open a new branch soon, we don’t want to be wasting our time changing oil, we want to expand.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Independent Rental Equipment
“We have owned many other brands in the past, but these newer models have way better diagnostics, better cab features, the clear poly side windows are much better for safety, a very comfy ride control seat and the Bluetooth option is more refined than others. I appreciate that the arm doesn’t obstruct visibility as much as other units we looked at.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Road Construction, Asphalt & Paving
Mentioned in the Article: S76 & S86
“We have always used Bobcat machines for their reliability, their smoothness, comfort, speed and visibility. They are very user-friendly. The newer models even have more capacity, reach, power and operator comfort. I am very impressed with the innovation. Bobcat is always improving. It’s important to have technology match the inside of the machine.”
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Bobcat of Muskoka
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the Article: T66, T770, E20, E42 & E88
“Being the leader in compact machines, Bobcat’s T66 compact track loaders were the perfect model for what we were looking for. Small yet versatile, and Bobcat Toronto has great support with parts and service. Bobcat are leaders in the industry for a reason. Low maintenance cost, great attachments/parts availability and reliable machines.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Excavating, Grading & Site Development
Mentioned in the Article: T66
“When I was just a one-man outfit, I had one Bobcat. I had received a good deal on a used one. When I was buying more machines, I went to another brand because I was told it was the best. Biggest mistake. Nothing but issues. Couldn’t even lift a pallet. Lesson learned and went right back to Bobcat. When you find gold, keep gold.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the Article: T770
“The Bobcat product lineup fits our business the best. The Bobcat E88 compact excavator is great for lifting our larger boulders/stones for waterfronts. Bobcat machines have very little downtime.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Barrie
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the Article: E20, E42, E88 & T66
“I always price out against two competitors, and I have always stuck with Bobcat. I prefer the smaller equipment. The Bobcat compact excavators are the money makers. Faster for digging out patios and for waterproofing. I can do it in a day, rather than a week. It’s an extension of your arm.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Concrete Construction & Road Construction, Asphalt & Paving
Mentioned in the Article: E45 & T590
“Bobcat of Toronto is very conveniently located, parts are in stock, and service is fast therefore, downtime is low. Bobcat machines themselves have really improved over the years. They are always innovating. They are affordable and comfortable to operate. Very versatile. Any operator can operate them. Great quality, reliability, durability and they last. Bobcat machines are moneymakers.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the Article: E32
“We are extremely happy with our Bobcat machines. They are agile and powerful to excavate, for site clean-up and carry out what is needed for our outdoor living spaces. If I could offer you one piece of advice, don’t mess around and take advantage of Bobcat of Toronto’s onsite services. They come right to my site and do the recommended maintenance. It’s important to keep great equipment, great!”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the Article: T66, T450 & E20
“The one piece of equipment that I always need on a job site is a Bobcat machine. Especially the Bobcat compact track loaders. We have at least one on every level of a building demolition. They are compact, and they remove debris quickly and safely. They are versatile machines with great visibility, lift and power.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Demolition
Mentioned in the Article: T450, T595 & E145
“Bobcat machines, Joe Palfy and Bobcat of Toronto have all been reliable and have helped our business grow substantially in the last year. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Independent Rental Equipment
Mentioned in the Article: MT100, E20 & S66
“I was brought up on the philosophy, only buy the best of the best because it’s a waste of time and money to buy second best, because eventually you will regret it and go for the best.”
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Bobcat of Windsor
Industry: Lawn & Grounds Maintenance, Landscaping, Snow Removal
Mentioned in the Article: E20, ZT7000 & L85
“They are reliable, super smooth, easy to use, noise controlled, and I love the ride control and heated seat. They are compact yet lift a ton. I tore down a house with my machines and people couldn’t believe it.”
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Bobcat of Barrie
Industry: Demolition, Snow Removal
Mentioned in the Article: T590, E32, T740
“The new lineup of Bobcat machines are years ahead. Beautiful machines. I really like the back-up camera. No more bumping into skids of stone or fence posts. They have a one-piece arm, hydraulic, and easily accessible for maintenance. The other Bobcat machines are great, and this new one, just that much better.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the Article: T66, S70
“It’s our first run at these Bobcat machines. They are rugged, beefier, have a stronger engine, and the front end is heavier than the last brand utility vehicles we used. They are heated too, nothing but the best. Our guys are veterans with Bobcat machines, so they were happy too. Snow is harder on equipment and when something breaks in winter you need a dealership to respond right away. Service at Bobcat of Windsor has always been exceptional.”
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Bobcat of Windsor
Industry: Snow Removal
Mentioned in the Article: UV34
“These are the best machines of this size. I need the machines to drive between houses and load dump trucks. Bobcat machines have great dump height for loading trucks, skinny widths to go between houses and good power! Also, with long working hours and in this heat, my guys need to be comfortable.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Excavating, Grading & Site Development
Mentioned in the Article: T76, T595
“We decided on the Bobcat T650 because of its bigger size, although it can still get into tighter areas. We will use it for grading, back filling, and removals. It will be a very versatile machine for us.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Concrete Construction
“We like Bobcat machines because of the reliability, visibility, their smooth controls, and lots of attachments, so they are very interchangeable. All their parts are readily available, and we have a great salesman.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Demolition, Concrete Construction
Mentioned in the video: E145
“They are the right size for us, very versatile and they work very well for what we do. I have had other bigger machines, but they just sit in our yard because they are not being used. If we really need a big machine I will rent one, otherwise we will be strictly using our Bobcat machines.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Excavating, Grading and Site Development
Mentioned in the article: E45, S590
“I really like the reach of the long arm. Both the reach and dig depth saves us time by not having to move every couple of steps. We moved 100 yards of soil from a front lawn last week with no power problems, it pulls everything. The thumb is great for separating rocks, wood, even bushes. It does a really nice job.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the article: T595, E32
“The Bobcat of Toronto dealership has been excellent to us. We first started with another brand and the machines were breaking down every month, so we started talking to other colleagues in our industry and they educated us on Bobcat® machines.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Excavating, Grading & Site Development, Landscaping, Demolition
Mentioned in the article: T450, T590, S650
“The size is perfect down in the hole for us and has an amazing range of attachments; we bought a sweeper, forks and a snow blower. We have a variety of uses for it, including spreading stone and getting in and out of tight spaces.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Excavating, Grading & Site Development
Mentioned in the article: T595
“The first Bobcat machine I purchased was the S220 skid-steer loader. I still have it and will never get rid of it! I have never had a real problem with any of them.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Landscaping
Mentioned in the article: T450, T770, E85
“Their list of attachments is endless. We are more profitable now with owning these two machines instead of renting. No one else has the service Bobcat of Toronto has (using telematics).”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Concrete Construction, Demolition
Mentioned in the article: S590, S595
“The #1 reason why he chose to purchase Bobcat® machines was the service Bobcat of Toronto provided. When he first started looking, he walked into another brand dealership, they didn’t give them the time of day because he was young. From the minute he walked into Bobcat of Toronto dealership, they were all very welcoming.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Excavating, Grading & Site Development
Mentioned in the article: E85
“All my customers love the Bobcat machines. They get upset if they call and find out they are already out on rental. The customers put the machines through tough jobs and they keep on going. Maintenance and repair on the machines are quick and easy; which is important since I have such a high demand for my Bobcat machines.”
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Bobcat of Toronto – Brampton
Industry: Rentals
Mentioned in the article: T450