MSHA Alert: Conveyor Safety

May 06, 2013

The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has released the investigation report on an April 27, 2013, fatality at a surface gypsum operation. The incident involved a 58-year-old mechanic with 2 years of experience who was killed when he was ...

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Set in Concrete

Sep 01, 2012

Arrowood Quarry was a standout, in more ways than one, during AGG1 this year.   By Kerry Clines, Senior Editor       Martin Marietta Materials’ Arrowood Quarry located in Charlotte, N.C., started out as a portable plant in 1965. The permanent plant was built soon ...

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Eliminate Common Screen Problems

May 01, 2012

SCREEN PLAY When it comes to screening efficiency, common culprits of lost production are blinding and pegging, says Gary Pederson, vice president of sales for Major Wire Industries, Ltd., based in Candiac, Quebec. “Usually, the bottleneck of the plant is the ...

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Keep ‘Em Rolling

Feb 02, 2010

Without the right conveyor parts and components, aggregates operations would come to a screeching halt. Here’s a selection of what’s available to keep your conveyors rolling smoothly. by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor Extended wear life results in lower maintenance costs and less ...

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January 2010 – RollOuts

Jan 01, 2010

by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor Affordable, versatile hammer Doosan Infracore America Construction Equipment says its new DXB 170h hammer, for use with DX225 and DX255 excavators, was developed with the industry-leading engineering, design, and functionality of Montabert breakers combined with the affordable ...

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Aggregates on the Move

Sep 01, 2009

Conveyors can provide an economical, streamlined alternative for moving materials throughout the plant. by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor   Innovative Processing Solutions Custom solutions Innovative Processing Solutions offers custom solutions for processing systems and specializes in enhancing bulk material handling systems. The company says it ...

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September 2009 – RollOuts

Sep 01, 2009

by Kerry Clines, Senior Editor   Efficient loading/unloading Superior Industries says its new Slide-Pac three-unit conveyor system was designed to bring a whole new level of efficiency during loading and unloading. The unit has a roll-style slide-off system for safe and speedy unloading ...

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May 2009

May 01, 2009

Optimize Materials Transportation for a Better Bottom Line