The Institute of Makers of Explosives (IME) selected J. Clark Mica to become its next president, effective March 14. He most recently served as the vice president, government affairs for The Fertilizer Institute.
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2022 Unified Mine Rescue Rules and Resources
March 14, 2022 – The 2022 rules for Mine Rescue, Bench, First Aid, and Team Tech have been approved by the Holmes Mine Rescue Association (HMRA) Rules and Advisory committees. Training on the 2022 rules will take place virtually via Webex on Tuesday, March 15 and Wednesday, March 16. To access the rules documents and information for connecting to these meetings, please click here.
Read MoreRasmussen Equipment Brings Screen Machine Line to Utah
Rasmussen Equipment Co. signed on as the exclusive dealer for Screen Machine Industries in Utah. It will now offer the full Screen Machine crushing and screening product line from its West Valley City, Utah, location.
Read MoreMDS International Rebrands to Become MDS – A Terex Brand
Rock trommel manufacturer MDS International has rebranded to become MDS – A Terex Brand. A new look and feel logo will accompany the brand update and is in line with the new direction that the company is going in.
Read MoreRAM Offers Blasting and Explosives Safety Training Course
Developed specifically for explosives engineers, drillers, field crews, safety personnel, D&B engineers and others working with explosives, RAM Inc.’s 2022 Blasting and Explosives Safety Training (BEST) Course will be held from Sept. 20–22. This year’s sessions will be conducted at the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology in Rapid City, S.D., and the Crazy Horse Memorial. The BEST Course…
Read MoreCat Suspends Russian Operations; Donates to Ukraine
March 11, 2022 – Caterpillar issued the following statement: “We are deeply saddened by the tragic events continuing to occur in Ukraine and hope for a peaceful resolution to the crisis. Through the Caterpillar Foundation, we are donating more than $1 million to support both urgent and long-term needs of the Ukraine humanitarian crisis. We are complying with all applicable laws…
Read MoreTotal Construction Starts Increase in January
Total construction starts increased 4% in January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $923.4 billion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Regionally, total construction starts in January rose in the Northeast, South Central and West, but fell in the Midwest and South Atlantic. Compared to one year ago, total construction was 8% higher in January 2022 than in January 2021.…
Read MoreMetso Outotec Feed System Maximizes Thickener and Clarifier Performance
Metso Outotec is launching the Metso Outotec Reactorwell, a new generation feedwell for maximizing thickener and clarifier performance while minimizing flocculant consumption and bringing significant operational cost efficiencies. The first-class feed system features high solids retention and mixing efficiency. It eliminates feed short-circuiting and offers low shear for ideal floccule growth and even discharge symmetry. The new feed system provides…
Read MoreConn-Weld Offers Extreme Duty Screens
Conn-Weld’s Extreme Duty Scalping screens stand up to the most severe applications and large tonnages. Durable suspension is specifically designed to tolerate surge loads. The location of the mechanism is custom crafted to allow for clearance while still supporting powerful performance. Heavy duty decks withstand the unforgiving impact of top size material that can reach the size of a compact…
Read MoreSuperior Improves Performance of Guardian Horizontal Screen
Superior Industries Inc. said that several key features improve the performance of its popular Guardian Horizontal Screen in stationary or static settings. “Historically, horizontal screens are most popular in portable or mobile applications,” said Ed Sauser, Superior’s product manager for vibratory solutions. “However, some static producers prefer horizontal over inclined screens, so we’ve designed a few features to improve performance…
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