MSHA Issues Preliminary Mine Safety Data for 2013

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration released preliminary data for calendar year 2013, updating the “Mine Safety and Health at a Glance” page. The charts include information on inspections; violations; number of mines and miners; and fatality and injury rates for coal, metal and nonmetal, and all mining.

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Principle Number Two: Safety is Just Common Sense

By Randy K. Logsdon This is the second in a series of six columns exploring traditional principles of safety. The first part was entitled: “Safety First.” Safety should not be considered a priority – priorities change. Safety should be applied as a foundational value in every activity or task. – Ed.

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An Interview With Paul Detwiler III, New Enterprise Stone & Lime

ROCK PRODUCTS TALKS TO THE 2014 CHAIRMAN OF NSSGA ABOUT THE NEW STRATEGIC PLAN, REAUTHORIZATION AND THE BEST ADVICE HE EVER RECEIVED. By Mark S. Kuhar As you begin your term at the helm of NSSGA, what is the number-one thing you would like to accomplish? I am ready to fight the good fight for our industry. We will need…

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Crushing for Cubicity

Steve Pegler (sales manager, Elrus), Jason Macy (vice president of operations, Hawaiian Cement), Kevin Bohanon (sales manager, stationary crushing and screening, USA, Sandvik Construction). Hawala Quarry In Hawaii Has Come To Rely On Its VSI For Profitable Production. By Mark S. Kuhar The island of Oahu in Hawaii, headquarters of the United States Pacific Command and the state capital, Honolulu,…

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Bearing Installation, Application, Lubrication Myths

Scratching, gouging and general wear in the bore of an inner ring and on the OD of a shaft are indications of loss of lock. Sometimes, the setscrew tips will also be worn. Fretting wear can be present on the surfaces and is sometimes a precursor form of wear prior to loss of lock. This can be caused by improper…

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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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