To make it convenient and easy for customers to access, handle and use Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) and other fluids in their Final Tier 4-compliant equipment, John Deere is offering a full range of fluids and handling equipment. In addition to its Cool-Gard II Heavy Duty Engine Coolant, Plus-50 II Premium Engine Oil and Diesel Exhaust Fluid, developed and manufactured…
Read MoreMonth: March 2014
ConExpo-Con/Agg Breaks Records
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 exhibitors and education tickets sold.
Read MoreSICK Sensor Monitors Speed, Acceleration
SICK announced the launch of the SAM inductive sensor for speed and acceleration monitoring. Previously, a rotational speed had to be determined and adjusted using a basic speed monitor, which is a slower way to determine breakage since it takes time for a machine to decelerate to a determined switching output. The SAM’s acceleration monitoring functionality measures the change in…
Read MoreRockwell Automation Introduces Single Global Line of Circuit Breakers
Industrial automation customers worldwide can now reap the business efficiencies of standardizing on the new global line of molded-case circuit breakers, and control-circuit and load-protection devices from Rockwell Automation. The new line meets global certifications, including CE, CSA, CE and CCC. All products are RoHS compliant and feature a reduction in materials that are hazardous to the environment. “Customers are…
Read MoreNSSGA Unveils Rocks Build America Strategic Plan
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced a bold, new strategic plan for the aggregates industry. Released at NSSGA’s Annual Convention, Rocks Build America sets a new course for the organization to lead the policy debate on rebuilding America’s rapidly deteriorating transportation infrastructure.
Read MoreWhat Makes River Rock Round?
For centuries, geologists have recognized that the rocks that line riverbeds tend to be smaller and rounder further downstream. But these experts have not agreed on the reason these patterns exist. Abrasion causes rocks to grind down and become rounder as they are transported down the river. Does this grinding reduce the size of rocks significantly, or is it that…
Read MoreConstruction Materials Prices Expand Again in February
Construction materials prices expanded 0.7 percent in February and are up 0.6 percent over the past year, according to the March 14 producer price index release by the Department of Labor. More specifically, nonresidential construction materials prices are up 0.7 percent for the month and are 0.4 percent higher than the same time one year ago.
Read MoreNSSGA Grassroots Awards Presented at Annual Convention
NSSGA recognized the outstanding grassroots contributions made by three dedicated individuals for their efforts throughout 2013 during its Honor Awards Ceremony on March 4 at NSSGA’s annual convention in Las Vegas. Astec Industries’ Joe Vig was presented with the “Grasstops CEO of the Year” award, John Hay of Oldcastle, Inc., was recognized as the Grassroots Coordinator of the Year and…
Read MoreHousing Markets Still Growing
Markets in 59 out of the approximately 350 metro areas nationwide returned to or exceeded their last normal levels of economic and housing activity. Find out if your market is among them. Read more.
Read MoreVulcan Quarry Receives National Recognition
Vulcan Materials Co. announced that its Manassas Quarry in Manassas, Va., has received an Excellence in Community Relations Gold Award from the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association. This top level national award recognizes a superior level of active involvement with and positive contributions to the facility’s neighboring community.
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