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Tracking Large Excavator Maintenance
Proper engine oil type and maintenance interval is more important on Tier 4 machines.
By Rob Marringa
Over the past decade, the aggregates industry reached the realization that bigger is better when it comes to excavators. In this high-volume, low-margin business, ... Read More...
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Navigating AGG1
Everything you wanted to know about AGG1…and then some.
By Kerry Clines, Senior Editor, kclines@randallreilly.com
It’s time for the AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo, which is, once again, co-located with the World of Asphalt. It is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, ... Read More...
Forecast 2012: Rock Steady
After five years of extremes, the aggregates market sees a slight shift toward the positive.
by Therese Dunphy, Editor-in-Chief, tdunphy@randallreilly.com
One term comes to mind when reviewing the results of the 2012-13 Aggregates Manager Forecast Survey: directionally correct. Overall annual business ratings ... Read More...
Rollouts August 2011
Your complete guide to new and updated equipment and supplies in the aggregates industry.
Stronger performance, improved serviceability
Caterpillar says its new 390D L hydraulic excavator has a refined design that provides greater hydraulic power, stronger structural components, added safety and convenience ... Read More...
Rollouts May 2011
Crushers
Your complete guide to new and updated equipment and supplies in the aggregates industry.
By Aggregates Manager Staff
ConExpo-Con/Agg 2011 was the staging ground for the introduction of many new products and equipment for the aggregate industry. In fact, there were so ... Read More...
AggBeat
By Tina Grady Barbaccia
Boulder Dash Makes a Bold Statement
Hosting a run through the quarry promotes healthy living, employee camaraderie, and community education.
The aggregates industry has long suffered from the “Not In My Backyard” (NIMBY) mentality because its operations are often ... Read More...
In it for the Long Haul
As equipment optimization strategies evolve, consider steps that can improve your maintenance program, increase haul truck availability, and decrease costs.
by Craig Eller and Kevin Gildea, P.E.
With the ongoing advancements in maintenance technology, most industries are pursuing initiatives related to condition ... Read More...
Supply Lines
Choose Your Partner
Picking the right screen media for your operation can make a significant difference in meeting production goals.
By Kerry Clines, Senior Editor
Compass Wire Cloth
Compass Wire Cloth says its aggregate screen division supplies stock and custom fabricated harpwire, finger, non-binding, ... Read More...
RollOuts March 2011
Your complete guide to new and updated equipment and supplies in the aggregates industry.
By Kerry Clines, Senior Editor
Quicker cycle times
Case Construction Equipment says its new F Series wheel loaders provide faster acceleration, quicker cycle times, and higher speeds while delivering ... Read More...
MSHA kicks off its new safety initiative
MSHA kicks off its new safety initiative
By Kerry Clines, Senior Editor
In January, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced that recently released data reported an all-time low in the number of mining fatalities for 2009 ... Read More...
March 2010 – Rollouts
Your complete guide to new and updated equipment and supplies in the aggregates industry.
By Kerry Clines Senior Editor
40-ton articulated truck enters the market
Terex says its new TA400 articulated truck offers a combination of high torque, high horsepower, high capacity, and ... Read More...
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