By Adam Koscielak Equipment maintenance is essential to keep up with the increased productivity demands of a mining operation. After 36 years in this industry, I’ve seen firsthand the many challenges operations managers face in surface and underground mines – from extreme hot and cold temperatures to excess debris and humidity. Experience has taught me that the lubricant you select…
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SSAB’s Duroxite 200 Overlay Plate for Preventing Severe Sliding Wear
SSAB’s Duroxite 200 overlay plate is designed for preventing severe sliding wear, according to the company. Duroxite 200 saves money and improves productivity in a wide range of applications through higher output and less maintenance.
Read MoreDieselcraft Centrifuges Have Debris-Holding Capacity
Dieselcraft centrifuges have more than five times the debris-holding capacity of any filters on the market, according to the manufacturer. This is because the centrifuge removes contaminants from the oil flow all together. Filters take out solids and hold them from circulating further but plug and reduce oil flow and eventually reach the point of not working. The cleaning efficiency…
Read MoreNew York Blower Introduces Versatile Vaneaxial Fan
The New York Blower Co. (NYB) has expanded its line of industrial axial fans with the Vaneaxial Adjustable Pitch Direct Drive Fan. The fan is ideal for high-flow, high-pressure applications in industries including mining, process supply and exhaust, transportation, combustion air/flare and pulp/paper. The fan’s inline, compact design is efficient for applications confined by space.
Read MoreWest Chester Machinery Introduces SmartSpray
The new Klein SmartSpray technology introduced on 6,500-gal. Western Star 4900XD and 9,000-gal. Western Star 6900XD water trucks offers extraordinary water control solutions that result in a high performance for your dust control needs at your quarry operation,” said Jim Gordon, president, West Chester Machinery, Flanders, N.J.
Read MoreHardface Technologies Introduces Reactive Core Technology
Hardface Technologies, a Cleveland-based manufacturer of industrial hardface and wear-resistant products, introduced Reactive Core Technology (RCT), an exclusive blend of “reactors” in the core of Postle tubular wires and tubular electrodes for hardfacing.
Read MoreNew York Blower Introduces Mobile App
The New York Blower Co. (NYB) has introduced the New York Blower mobile app to help NYB fan users find information about their products and order replacement parts. Using the app, customers can access fan information on-demand, calculate changes in operating conditions, and connect with their local sales representative from a mobile device.
Read MoreThe Importance of Using OEM Filters and Lubricants
By Josh Goldsworthy Emissions trends over recent years have driven machine innovation – stricter emission regulations, new fuels, common-rail fuel systems and the need for cleaner fuel are all driving the need for improved filtration technology.
Read MorePirtek Endurance Series Hose Offers Superior Flexibility, Toughness
Pirtek USA announces the launch of its Pirtek Endurance Series hose line of compact hydraulic hose, now available at local Pirtek locations throughout the United States. Onsite Pirtek technicians will have this new high-performance hose on hand for their field installations.
Read MoreChicago Pneumatic Power Touts Portable Compressor
Chicago Pneumatic Power Technique (CP) introduced the CPS 250, a single-stage, oil-injected, rotary screw portable compressor. Featuring new pressure adjusted through cognitive electronics (PACE) technology, the operator can now control the pressure of the machine.
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