Silica sand was historically used and consistently produced for golf courses, glassmakers and some industrial consumers. Then, in about 2010, demand dramatically increased as oil and gas producers discovered the durable, crush-resistant material. Overnight, frac sand production became the new gold rush, said Superior Silica Sand.
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CDE Offers FracLine Frac Sand System
Fracking can be a volatile industry, so it’s important for frac sand producers to remain agile, according to CDE The industry can shift its focus fast, so it is critical to ensure that operations are adaptable (and relocatable) to take advantage of opportunities.
Read MoreMcLanahan Frac Sand Plants Designed to Remove Silt/Clay Impurities
According to McLanahan Corp., frac sand plants can be engineered in many configurations, including high-capacity multi-stage classification and long attritioning cycles, or the plants can be as simple as skid-based cyclones and dewatering screens making a 140 mesh cut.
Read MorePhoenix Offers Solutions For Tailings Dewatering, Water Management
According to Phoenix Process Equipment, producers of construction aggregates, industrial sand, frac sand and minerals are confronted with changing business environments relating to materials specifications, production costs, the availabilities of reserves and water, and environmental regulations.
Read MoreThis Week’s Market Buzz
• At press time, Brent crude futures were down $2.73, or 2.89%, at $91.84 a barrel while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures fell $3.11, or 3.5%, to $85.99.
Read MoreVan Zee Enterprises Celebrates 100 Years
Oct. 14, 2022 – The business consists of six concrete, excavating, construction, and sand and gravel operations. The company’s Van Zee origins started when founder Conrad H. Van Zee bought a block business in Rock Valley, Iowa. He renamed it Rock Valley Cement Block and Tile and operated the venture until his death in the mid-1940s, according to an article on nwiowa.com.
Read MoreABB Ability Smart Sensor for Remote Monitoring
ABB is now enabling customers to remotely monitor the health and performance of general machinery with the ABB Ability Smart Sensor, a key element of the ABB Ability Digital Powertrain.
Read MoreDodge Releases Third-Quarter Report
The Dodge Construction Network released its Quarterly Report for the third quarter of 2022. Informed by the latest data, insights and analytical commentary from the company’s economic and technological experts, the report highlights trends in the construction industry and provides analysis on what to expect on the road ahead.
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