Baldor Reliance Crusher Duty motors are designed for belt-driven rock crushers, pellet mills, and other applications requiring motors rated for severe duty service and high starting torques. Product features include:• High torque NEMA Design A electrical design exceeds NEMA Design C locked rotor, pull up and breakdown torques.• Totally enclosed fan cooled cast iron construction minimizes vibration and bearing temperature…
Read MoreMonth: April 2018
Keeping Up the Pressure
Optimizing Conveyor Belt Cleaner Tension to Maximize Performance and Service Life. By Alan Highton and Todd Swinderman
Read MoreAGG1: A Texas-Sized Show
This year’s AGG1 Show Was Bigger and Better, and on the Show Floor, Manufacturers Let the Equipment and Technology Do the Talking. By Mark S. Kuhar and Josephine Patterson
Read MoreBearing Failure and Analysis
The Accurate Diagnosis of a Bearing Failure Is Imperative to Prevent Repeat Failure and Additional Expense. By Steven Katz
Read MoreSay Yes to a Filter Press
If You Are Ready to Invest in a Filter Press You Should Understand the Different Types Along With How They Work. By Mark S. Kuhar
Read MoreSears Wows Young Leaders Luncheon at NSSGA Convention
At this year’s National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) convention, Rock Products once again sponsored the Young Leaders Luncheon. This year’s speaker was former Navy SEAL David Sears.
Read MoreTwo Pieces of Good News – While Your Are Waiting
I was in Houston last month for the AGG1 show. Trade shows are great to re-connect with old friends – producers as well as manufacturers – and meet new ones; see the latest equipment and technology; and take the pulse of the industry.
Read MoreFIRST LOOK – APRIL 2018
TOP NEWS AGG1 Show a Success The 2018 AGG1 Academy & Expo, co-located with the World of Asphalt, concluded a successful run, March 6-8, with a very positive atmosphere, as attendees and exhibitors conducted business and discussed issues affecting future growth GCAA Event a Hit The Georgia Construction Aggregate Association recently held its annual Management Workshop at the Cobb Galleria…
Read MoreFederal Memorandum Further Streamlines Permitting Process
On April 9, federal agency heads signed the One Federal Decision Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which will further implement the administration’s executive order to streamline the federal permitting process for major infrastructure projects.
Read MorePCA Spring Forecast: Modest Growth Ahead
The Portland Cement Association (PCA) released its annual Spring Forecast which envisions modest growth for cement consumption over the next two years.
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