Three Rokbak RA40 articulated haulers are moving thousands of tonnes of material a day for a large sand and gravel producer east of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, with increased productivity and reduced fuel consumption being highlighted since the trucks’ arrival on site.
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Critical Minerals Expertise Makes Missouri S&T a Top Tech Hub
Missouri University of Science and Technology’s expertise in critical minerals and materials research has led to its selection as one of 31 Regional Innovation and Technology Hubs (Tech Hubs) funded through the CHIPS and Science Act. The 31 hubs were announced Oct. 23. The Tech Hub Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA), focuses on…
Read MoreCDE Launches EvoWash Trade in Deal to Boost Sand Washing Efficiency
With data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) indicating that in some of the most densely populated urban centers across the United States demand for sand and gravel reserves often outstrips supply, CDE has launched a new campaign to support natural sand producers to adopt modern technological solutions to drive efficiency across their operations. Companies can now opt to…
Read MoreTACA Celebrates the Environment, Sustainability, Safety
The Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association (TACA) – the leading state trade association for the aggregate, concrete, cement and associated industries – welcomed 124 attendees to its annual Environmental, Sustainability & Safety Seminar on Oct. 19-20, at The Westin Irving Las Colinas in Irving, Texas. In addition to hearing from industry experts on climate change, air quality monitoring, truck safety…
Read MoreEssential Minerals Association, MSHA Commit to Safety
The Essential Minerals Association (EMA) and the Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) renewed a 20-year alliance focused on fostering a culture of safety and prevention throughout the minerals industry. The agreement was signed at EMA’s Fall Conference & Fly-In, held in Washington, D.C. “EMA and MSHA have enjoyed a close relationship for 20 years through the…
Read MoreMexican President Threatens to Turn Disputed Vulcan Property into Nature Preserve
The land where a mine owned by Vulcan Materials is located in Mexico will become a nature reserve by decree if the firm does not accept the government’s offer to buy the firm out, Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said.
Read MoreEmerson’s Control System Update Helps Optimize Operations
Global technology and software company Emerson is building upon the innovative technologies and solutions in the DeltaV distributed control system (DCS) with the release of DeltaV Version 15 Feature Pack 1. This feature pack release includes new technology and enhancements to current capabilities that not only improve control system situational awareness and performance, but also help ensure more efficient, sustainable…
Read MoreRohr LLC dba Aggregate Dredge Solutions Partners with Rohr Bagger
Rohr LLC dba Aggregate Dredge Solutions has partnered with Rohr Bagger GmbH in Germany to support existing dredge installations and work with customers on new inquiries. “Our years of experience will help you to maximize your utilization of existing or new deposits by going deeper with our time proven all electric systems,” said Jochen Rohr, CEO. “We look forward to…
Read MoreLeaders in Mine Safety and Technology Honored by NMA, Federal Agencies
In a ceremony in Washington, D.C., the National Mining Association (NMA), the U.S. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and the U.S. Office of Surface Mining Reclamation and Enforcement (OSMRE) honored outstanding achievements in mine safety, technology and reclamation. The NMA’s Sentinels of Safety Award recognizes coal and mineral mining operations in 10 categories for recording the most…
Read MoreLouis Allis, a WorldWide Electric Company, Granted Preliminary Injunction in Trademark Case
Louis Allis LLC, a specialty motor manufacturer based in Warrior, Ala., said it has obtained a preliminary injunction order from a federal court in Delaware on Oct. 13, that immediately prohibits Ideal Electric Power Co. from using or displaying Louis Allis’s federally registered trademarks for its brand name and stylized LA logo. The preliminary injunction order will continue until the…
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