Epiroc introduced the fifth generation of its Rig Control System (RCS 5). RCS 5 is the next evolutionary step toward fully autonomous mining.
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Volvo Tests 5G Remote-Control, Autonomous Solutions
The 5G mobile network will be used at Volvo CE’s research and development facility at Eskilstuna, Sweden, to further develop solutions for remote control of construction machinery and fully automated solutions. It will also be used to increase understanding of how connected machines can create added value for the customer.
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Here Is a Selection Of Screening Products Designed For Productivity. By Mark S. Kuhar
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5 Factors to Consider When Building a New Frac Sand Plant. By Mark S. Kuhar
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The First EX1200-7 In North America Propels Arizona’s Rango Inc. Forward. By Caroline Schweitzer
Read MoreSpecial Report: The Secret Beneath Notre Dame
Few People Realize That Paris, France, Is A Mining Town. By Thomas J. Roach
Read MoreYoung Leaders Gather in the Lowcountry
The National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) Young Leaders (YL) group held its largest annual meeting to date in Hilton Head, S.C., in late April. More than 300 people attended the three-day program, including rock associate editor Josephine Patterson.
Read MoreNo Political Football!
I have a message for President Trump and Congress: Do not turn infrastructure funding into a political football!
Read MoreFIRST LOOK – JUNE 2019
TOP NEWS Vulcan Stays Hot Vulcan Materials Co. announced results for the quarter ended March 31. Total revenues were $996.5 million, compared to $854.5 million in the first quarter of 2018. First quarter aggregates segment gross profit increased 25% to $186 million, or $4.07 per ton. Summit Aggregates Revenues Up Aggregates net revenues increased by 30.3% to $87.9 million in the first quarter…
Read MoreInside the Dodge Report
June 20, 2019 – Dodge Data and Analytics released its latest construction-starts report. Highway and bridge construction eased back 2% in May following 8% improvement over the previous two months. May is traditionally the start of warmer weather, so it is surprising to see a decline. However, weather conditions have been sketchy, to say the least. The top five states in…
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