The U.S. Department of Labor announced the availability of up to $1 million in grant funding through its Brookwood-Sago grant program, which supports the delivery of education and training to the nation’s mining community to help them identify, avoid and prevent unsafe and unhealthy working conditions.
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Michigan Legislation Would Move Aggregates Permitting Authority to State
Michigan lawmakers have introduced legislation that would transfer permitting and oversight of sand and gravel mines from local governments to the state, according to Mlive.com.
Read MoreHaver & Boecker Niagara at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023
Haver & Boecker Niagara is a leading provider in screening, pelletizing and primary crushing systems. The company’s mission is to deliver the best of these technologies to customers in the aggregates, mining, minerals, chemical, cement and food industries. With deep roots and years of experience in these industries, Haver & Boecker Niagara uses its innovative and shared technologies to effectively…
Read MoreBKT at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023
BKT, Balkrishna Industries Limited, started its off-highway tire business in 1987. For more than 30 years, BKT has successfully focused on specialty segments such as agriculture, construction, mining, industrial, earthmoving, port, ATV, and lawn and garden. Headquartered in Mumbai and with five state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in India, BKT has an extensive product range of more than 3,200 high-performance tires. The…
Read MorePPI at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023
With more than 1 million sq. ft. of manufacturing space and 25 global facilities, PPI is the industry leader in conveying components. Its promise is simple: provide quality products at a competitive price with unbeatable customer service. The company has been keeping this promise for more than four decades in a diverse group of industries including; aggregate, mining, forestry, grain,…
Read MoreMAJOR Wire Industries at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023
MAJOR Wire Industries Ltd is an innovative global manufacturer of wire screens for the aggregate, mining and recycling industries. FLEX-MAT, its renowned line of distinctive lime-green high vibration wire screens, and are made with OPTIMUMWIRE, “The longest-lasting wire.” The company says it sets the standard in lowering the cost of production per ton by dramatically increasing throughput and wear life…
Read MoreIHC Scott Expands Colorado Holdings, Will Offer Aggregates
IHC Scott, Englewood, Colo., announced the purchase or lease of four mining pits in Colorado – the Mill Iron Pit, the Bernhardt Pit, the Rifle Pit and the Flintstone Pit – and will now offer aggregates for the first time.
Read MoreOptimizing Feed, Flow & Throughput
Heavy-Duty Vibrating Screens and Feeders Deliver Top Performance In Multi-Plant Upgrades. By Carol Wasson When Blue Water Industries expanded its market reach with the 2018 acquisition of five limestone quarries throughout Tennessee, its primary goal was maximizing efficiency and production capacities via a multitude of strategic plant upgrades. As such, Blue Water Area Manager Randy Dies sought out “beefy” components,…
Read MoreHappy Miners Day
Dec. 6, 2022 – Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health Christopher J. Williamson issued the following statement in recognition of Dec. 6 as National Miners Day. “Each December, our nation marks National Miners Day to recognize the contributions and sacrifices of America’s miners. Our miners and their families deserve our gratitude for all they give – and have given – to strengthen our nation…
Read MoreChemours Begins Operation of Trail Ridge South Mineral Sand Mine in Florida
The Chemours Company, a global chemistry company with leading market positions in titanium technologies, thermal and specialized solutions, and advanced performance materials, invited key community stakeholders and legislators to a ribbon cutting event on Oct. 14 to officially recognize the startup of its newest mineral sand mine, Trail Ridge South. The new mining operation represents a $93 million investment that will create approximately 50…
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