April 1, 2008
Articles
Built to Last
Built to last. Historic. Linked by generations of employees. These adjectives all describe Tilcon New York Inc.'s largest operation, Clinton Point Quarry,...
Preserving Community Commitment
Blue Springs Nature Preserve is a haven for nature lovers that opened officially in November 2007. The site is tucked away at the junction of Trout Creek...
On top of the Mountain
A new source of aggregates is in the works for the Pacific Northwest, just outside of Seattle in Kitsap, Wash., a region desperate for reserves. It was...
2008 Aggregate Research Report
High-strength concrete will perform well when recycled concrete aggregate takes the place of virgin aggregate, but an admixture is required, according...
Conexpo 2008 Photo Gallery
Take a look at Rock Products' Conexpo 2008 Photo Album....
Industry News
Conexpo 2008 sets Records for Attendance and Exhibits
The recent ConExpo-Con/Agg 2008 and the co-located IFPE 2008 expositions set records for attendance, exhibit space and number of exhibiting companies,...
Demand for Mining Equipment to Grow
Global demand for specialized mining machinery and equipment (including separately sold parts) is projected to increase 5.9% per year through 2011 to...
Niosh Collecting Data on the Mining Industry
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health is collecting data on the mining industry via a survey, which will be completed during June....
Aviation Tax Deadline Extended by Congress
Congress has punted (for the time being) on a long-term bill to reauthorize federal aviation programs including the Airport Improvement Program, reports...
Construction Starts Rise 2% in February
At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $561.3 billion, new construction starts in February advanced 2% from the previous month, it was reported by McGraw-Hill...
Veyance to Focus on Heavy-Duty Conveyors
Veyance Technologies Inc., Fairlawn, Ohio, is exploring the possible sale of its Belt Concepts of America lightweight conveyor belt subsidiary in order...
Aiha to Conduct June 1 Ergonomics Symposium
The American Industrial Hygiene Association's Ergonomics Committee will sponsor an Ergonomics Symposium: Making a Business Case for Ergonomics (and Other...
Sandvik, Dyno Nobel Renew Agreement
The North American divisions of Sandvik Mining and Construction and Dyno Nobel Inc. both global suppliers to the aggregate industry have renewed their...
Utah Mine Operator Hit With $420,300 Fine
The Mine Safety and Health Administration has assessed a $420,300 fine against Andalex Resources Inc. for violations related to potential fire and explosion...
Small Business Association May Revamp Explosives Rules
The Small Business Administration is calling on the Mine Safety and Health Administration to update its rules on the use of explosives in mines to reflect...
Turn-Key Processing Acquires American Bin
Turn-Key Processing Solutions (TPS) has acquired American Bin & Conveyor Inc., a manufacturer of bulk material handling equipment that supplies aggregate...
AASHTO Lambasts Interstate 95 Closure
The recent closing of a stretch of Interstate 95 in Pennsylvania demonstrates the tremendous unmet transportation needs facing the nation, according to...
Equipment Articles
INNOVATIONS
PORTABLE CRUSHER The Fintec 1107 track-mounted primary jaw crusher is built for tough quarry duty, yet is fully transportable on a low-boy trailer, making...
Conveying Ideas For Efficiency, Safety and Profitability
One of the most important yet maintenance-intensive and dangerous pieces of production equipment is the conveyor. As this machinery has gotten more efficient...
Columnists
Company Loyalty makes a Comeback
Company loyalty, the traditional bond between an organization and its employees, seems to be an obsolete concept in 2008. As the employment scene turns...
Chicago Museum Controversy Sounds a bit too Familiar
Sometimes it is easier to understand a situation when it happens to someone else. Recently the Children's Museum in Chicago developed a problem that might...
Two's Company? Not during task training
Providing effective task training to mobile equipment operators always is a daunting duty for mine operators because of the need to supervise new operators,...
Detailed Accident Analysis can Prevent Future Problems
The primary purpose of your accident prevention systems is just that: accident prevention. Your organization probably employs any number of accident (injury...
Industrial Hygienists' Credibility Under Scrutiny
Years ago, as a student of occupational health, I was taught to hold in high regard threshold limit values (TLVs) developed by the American Conference...
