More than half a century after it invented the concept, Volvo Construction Equipment recently celebrated the production of the 75,000th articulated hauler. Having produced more than half of the articulated haulers ever made, a staggering 50,000 Volvo haulers are still in regular use around the world. The 75,000th machine – one of the new generation A45G full-suspension models – rolled…
Read MoreDay: July 13, 2017
Win an Award for Safety
July 12, 2017 – Do you have an innovative process that helps workers stay healthy or improves safe operations? The National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) wants to hear about it. Producers can apply for a NIOSH Safety and Health Technology Innovations Award by July 31. A simple description of the technology or process is all that’s needed to apply. Visit…
Read MoreTerramac Appoints Road Machinery as Arizona, California Dealer
Terramac, a leading manufacturer of innovative rubber track crawler carriers, expanded its representation in the North American market to include Road Machinery as part of its dealer network. Road Machinery will represent the versatile Terramac product line in Arizona and California. “Terramac crawler carriers deliver unmatched quality and extreme versatility,” said Jamie Carson, general manager at Road Machinery. “We aim to offer…
Read MoreHi-Crush Looks Ahead
During Hi-Crush’s most recent conference call, management walked investors through some of these growth plans and the trends that underpin their future plans. Here is a look at some of the most pertinent management statements from the company, according to Tyler Crowe, writing for The Motley Fool.
Read MoreAnti-Sand Group Moves Forward on Lawsuit Inclusion
The Land Stewardship Project is moving forward with efforts to become involved in two lawsuits pending against Winona County, Minn., over its frac sand ban, according to The Winona Daily News.
Read MoreSource Energy Services Issues Update
Source Energy Services Ltd. issued an update on its acquisition of its second unit-train capable production facility in Wisconsin; its Canadian terminal expansion program; and the expansion of its wellsite solutions fleet.
Read MoreUnimin to Build New Plant in Texas
Unimin Corp. announced plans to construct a new sand-processing plant in West Texas. The new facility will be capable of producing up to 5 million tons of regional sand per year and will serve as another channel by which the company will fully and efficiently service the evolving dynamics of the oil and gas industry.
Read MoreThis Week’s Market Buzz
• Recent oil price gains have eased after government data indicated that U.S. crude stocks have plunged more than expected as imports have declined and drillers pumped more product. Crude inventories fell by 7.6 million barrels in the last week, compared with analysts’ expectations for a decrease of 2.9 million barrels. Brent crude, the global benchmark, was down 9 cents,…
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