The estimated U.S. output of construction aggregates produced and shipped for consumption in the first quarter of 2016 was 443 million metric tons (Mt), an increase of 16 percent compared with that of the same period of 2015, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).
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Thern Cranes Are Durable, Maneuverable, Customizable
A new “Need a Lift” color brochure highlights Thern’s complete line of portable and stationary davit cranes. With crane capacities of 500 to 3,000 lb., davit cranes can be found around the world in almost every industry and thousands of applications. Thern Cranes are durable, maneuverable and customizable. Regardless of your spatial, strength or portability needs, there is a Thern…
Read MoreAtlas Copco Light Tower Features Operational Savings
Atlas Copco Construction Equipment’s two new light towers – the HiLight V4 and the LED HiLight V5+ – are lightweight, compact and feature Atlas Copco’s exclusive HardHat canopy for extreme durability in rugged applications, such as plant maintenance, construction and roadbuilding. The HiLight V5+ minimizes operational costs with its long-lasting LED bulbs and fuel-efficient operation. The HiLight V4 features four…
Read MoreMack Expands Heavy-Duty AMT Range with Two New Mack mDRIVE HD Models
Mack Trucks announced two new versions of its Mack mDRIVE HD automated manual transmission (AMT). As the first truck manufacturer in North America to offer low reduction gear ratios in a proprietary automated manual transmission, the mDRIVE HD 13-speed and mDRIVE HD 14-speed meet the needs of an even wider range of customer applications with the power and performance that only…
Read MoreRailBoss Rail Scale Enhanced to Improve Yard Efficiency and Savings
Rice Lake Weighing Systems recently re-released the RailBoss rail scale with added enhancements. An innovative sensing zone, MS quick-disconnect cable connectors and a streamlined installation bring added value to the already rugged and robust rail-car weighing system. Running balanced rail cars at or near capacity assures the greatest efficiency and profit. RailBoss eliminates the guesswork of volumetric measuring and variable…
Read MoreSICK Launches DFS60S Pro Incremental Encoder for Functional Safety
SICK, one of the leading manufacturers of sensors, safety systems, machine vision, encoders and automatic identification solutions for factory, logistics and process automation, announced the launch of the DFS60S Pro incremental encoder for functional safety. The DFS60S Pro incremental encoder is a Certified Safety Product up to SIL2 (IEC 61508), SILCL2 (EN 62061), PL d (EN ISO 13849), Category 3 (EN…
Read MoreXylem Conducts Live Remote Pump Monitoring from Bauma
Xylem Inc., a global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, conducted a live remote pump operation demonstration at the bauma trade show in Munich, Germany. Xylem’s Godwin Primeguard Controller with Field Smart Technology enables a pump to be stopped, started and monitored via live satellite link to ensure optimum efficiency. During the demonstration Xylem showcased…
Read MoreHaver & Boecker Introduces Pulse Leasing Program
Haver & Boecker announced a three-year leasing option for its Pulse vibration analysis service program, giving customers insight to their equipment’s performance. The leasing options – basic and professional – fit small and large operations. Both programs include an industrial-grade tablet computer, eight tri-axial sensors, a monthly maintenance package and optional expert analysis reports. The Pulse program was designed specifically…
Read MoreKPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens Offer New Q Series Screen
The new 6204QF Screen is the latest addition to the new Q Series of four-deck screens that is designed to increase production at a lower cost. Developed for a variety of wet and dry applications, including sand and gravel, shot rock and recycle, the new 6204QF Screen provides the same aggressive and efficient screening action as KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile…
Read MorePhoenix Conveyor Belts, Solutions Reintroduced to North American Market
Phoenix, a well-known name in conveyor belting, reintroduced its premier Conveyor Belt branded products to the North American market at the 2016 SME Annual Conference and Expo. “Phoenix-branded conveyor belting has been very popular in Europe and the rest of the world with the exception of North America,” said Bret Hall, head of Phoenix and NBS Service-NAFTA. “With the recent…
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