Top Crushed Stone Producers List This list of the top crushed stone companies in the country is based on 2013 data from the U.S. Geological Survey, which is the most current available. It does not reflect mergers and acquisitions that have taken place since that time. – Ed.
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Troubleshooting Conveyor Malfunctions
HERE ARE SOME COMMON AREAS OF CONCERN WITH CONVEYOR BELTS AND HOW TO QUICKLY REPAIR THEM WHILE ON THE JOB. By Mark S. Kuhar Rip-detector installed. Compared to practices from more than a century ago, today’s modern technology helps improve production much more efficiently. However, sometimes new technology and methods can malfunction, causing procedures to abruptly halt until the problem…
Read MoreLoadout and Transportation
THE LATEST INNOVATIONS FOR MOVING MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT OUT THE GATE AND UP THE ROAD. By Mark S. Kuhar and Josephine Smith While the bulk of an aggregates operation’s equipment and technology focus is the equipment down on the quarry floor, producers are also seeking the latest innovations for moving material and portable machinery out the front gate and up…
Read MoreAtlas Copco Launches Website; Named ‘Green’ Company
Mining and construction professionals can access newer and more specific information about the Atlas Copco location nearest them through a new Atlas Copco USA Stores website. The new site, www.atlascopcousastores.com, will have easy-to-navigate equipment listings, allow customers to request parts and communicate with the service department. Whether it is new or used drill rigs, air compressors or paving equipment, the new website will…
Read MoreEriez Offers Feeders With Up to 2,000 TPH Capacity
Eriez HVF Mechanical Feeders are available in nine models and can control up to 2,000 tph (1,820 mt) of material. These low-profile machines move high volumes of bulk material reliably and economically, according to the company. Their compact design allows for more room around equipment, smaller tunnels under stockpiles and easier installation. A variety of trough sizes and types are…
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