Here Comes the Big One

ConExpo-Con/Agg is the international gathering place every three years for the construction industries, with a focus on construction, aggregates and ready mixed concrete. The event features exhibits of the latest technologies and innovations in equipment, products and services plus extensive industry-targeted education. Dates and Location Held every three years, the next ConExpo-Con/Agg is set for Tuesday, March 7 through Saturday,…

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Mellott Company Expands Product Lines

Mellott Company, the East Coast’s largest service provider to the aggregate industry and the largest Metso distributor in North America, now features the Replacement Parts and Component Exchange (CXP) program. It was officially introduced at this year’s ConExpo-Con/Agg show. Years of experience in all aspects of the aggregate industry led Mellott Company to develop high-quality replacement parts for its own…

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In-The-Field Dreams

AT R.E. PIERSON’S STONE YARD IN NEW JERSEY, W.S. TYLER CONDUCTED SPECIALIZED FIELD TESTS FOR A NUMBER OF AGGREGATES PRODUCERS. By Mark S. Kuhar This is the second in a new series of personal accounts called “Quarry Stories,” written by the editor of Rock Products, bringing you perspective and insight gleaned from more than 20 years of covering the equipment,…

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Terex Washing Systems Debuts Aggresand 206 Wash Plant

Terex Washing Systems (TWS) made its debut at this year’s ConExpo-Con/Agg show. TWS Director Sean Loughran commented, “The enthusiasm, reaction and interest to the FM120BW sand plant we displayed as well as our other products was overwhelming. The flow of traffic onto the stand was incredible and we had the opportunity to meet with existing satisfied customers as well as…

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GreyStone Offers New Washing, Dewatering Equipment

GreyStone highlighted the Unibody Fine Material Washing Screw and a portable dewatering screen with an Aggre-Dry style flume at ConExpo-Con/Agg. The Unibody can be set up quickly, and consistently delivers thoroughly-cleaned aggregate, saving time and money for operations. Its one-piece body design features reconfigured wings that are welded to the tub, creating seamless water retention. Created to be highly portable,…

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Deister’s New Screen Delivers Day-to-Day Reliability

Continuing its commitment to ongoing innovation, Deister Machine Co. Inc. launched its new BFO-11224-EX2 Mine-Duty Screen at this year’s ConExpo-Con/Agg. Offering the next generation in machine size and production output, the 12- x 24-ft., horizontal, single-deck unit delivers day-to-day reliability and high-volume capacities in a variety of hard rock mining and mineral processing applications. The BFO-11224 features the new Deister…

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Goodyear Tires for Aggregates Applications

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. displayed a number of construction and aggregate application tires at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2014. “Our tires are designed to help vehicles operate at optimized efficiency,” said David Anckaert, general manager, global OTR tires, Goodyear. “Our tires can help construction vehicles navigate challenging terrain to get the job done.” Goodyear now offers: The GP2B, a smooth-riding radial…

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Fairbanks Scales Showcases Weighing Innovations

At ConExpo-Con/Agg 2014, Fairbanks Scales Inc. showcased the Talon HVX Series portable vehicle scale, designed to the highest standards in the industry, according to the company. The Talon HVX is constructed with multiple 10-in. and 12-in. Structural Steel I-beams. These massive supports, coupled with the highest deflection rating on the market, produce an extremely rigid and durable portable weighbridge. Fairbanks…

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ConExpo-Con/Agg Revisited

MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENTS, POWERFUL PRODUCTS AND MORE FROM A RECORD-BREAKING SHOW. ConExpo-Con/Agg and IFPE 2014 took center stage in Las Vegas March 4-8 with tremendous energy and serious buyers. Total registration of 129,364 soared past the last edition of the shows as they achieved the second-highest attendance in their history. The shows also set new records for exhibit space, number of…

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