Staying on top of the latest safety trends and products is a priority for the aggregates industry. Here are just a few of the products on the market today.

by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor

Intec Video Systems

Water proof display

Intec Video Systems Inc. says its CVD640LCD waterproof color display is the first of its kind in the rear-vision camera industry. The display is not damaged by spills in the cab of a vehicle or by exposure to outdoor elements. It can be placed in both enclosed and open-air cabs.

Safety Vision

Rainproof camera system

The SV-LCD-70RP from Safety Vision L.P. is a rainproof collision-avoidance camera system suitable for inside or outside use. The company says the camera provides a convenient view of critical blind spots to allow safe maneuvering. The system activates automatically when the vehicle starts or is put in reverse. A microphone built into the camera allows people behind the vehicle to communicate with the driver.

ASGCO

Conveyor inspection doors

ASGCO Manufacturing Inc. says its new chute inspection and access doors allow for safe visual inspection of conveyor equipment while the conveyor is running. An operator can look through the removable inspection screen guard, standard on every door, to check the condition of the equipment inside the chute without access to moving parts and the risk of injury. The surfaces slope away from the door panel on the interior side of the screen to prevent material build-up from accumulating, reducing fire hazards.

Traden/Motion Industries

Lightweight belt clamp

The patented Traden Belt Clamp, available through Motion Industries Inc., differs from other belt clamps, says the company, because it grips the inside of a belt to help prevent tearing. The clamps are made of cast steel for strength, yet are lightweight enough to allow workers to carry the clamping mechanisms up cat walks with less chance of back injury.

Checkers Industrial Safety Products

Heavy-duty wheel chocks

Checkers Industrial Safety Products says its Monster heavy-duty wheel chocks are specifically designed for the mining and construction industries – strong, safe, and lightweight, yet hold the largest haul trucks. The wheel chocks are made from urethane and feature a large, open-top, recessed scoop handle for easy transport. They will not cause tire damage and are virtually unaffected by oils, fuels, or solvents, says the company.

Vista Training

Safety training programs

A new 40-page catalog from Vista Training Inc. features hundreds of safety and skills training programs for those involved with heavy equipment, construction, and mining. New programs include adding life to haul truck tires and PC-based simulator programs for wheel loader operation and haul trucks. The conveyor series for aggregate operations includes safe conveyor operation and conveyor maintenance safety.

Safepro

Safety law manual

Safepro Inc.’s electronic law manual, Metal/Nonmetal Federal Mine and Quarry Safety Law, Surface/Underground, Edition V, is available as a printed manual and a fully searchable CD. The CD includes information on: The ACT, 30 CFR, The Standards, Guide to Miners’ Rights and Responsibilities, The MSHA Policy Manual, and FOIA Law, as well as procedures to obtain the inspector’s notes. A bonus Case Law CD is included.