York Hill Traprock Is Embedded And Invested In Supporting Its Local Community. By Therese Dunphy With third and fourth generations leading the family business, York Hill Traprock, part of Meriden, Conn.-based Suzio York Hill, has fostered deep roots within the community. “We’re an integral part of the community,” said Len Suzio, president of York Hill Traprock. As the Rust Belt…
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News From Virginia
According to the Independent-Messenger, Vulcan Materials Co. is seeking an expansion of its operation at Skippers Quarry in Virginia. The construction aggregate producer applied for a Natural Resource Overlay District (NROD) designation for an approximately 300-acre expansion of their current mining operation at Skippers Quarry. Greensville County allows property owners to apply for their land to be designated as a…
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According to the Post and Courier, a rock quarry planned for southwestern Edgefield County is a near certainty now that Luck Stone has received the necessary approvals from South Carolina Department of Environmental Services. Permit approvals came down Oct. 4 for the mining permit and air and water quality permits, opening up a 30-day appeals period. SCDES held a voluntary…
Read MoreRenewable Lubricants Offers Bio-Based Anti-Seize Compound
Renewable Lubricants introduces Bio-Food Grade HT Anti-Seize Compound, a biobased Extreme Pressure (EP) compound specifically formulated for lubricating sliding surfaces in a wide range of industries and applications. Designed to provide anti-weld protection and withstand high pressures in sliding surfaces, it protects the shoulder and threads of bolts against damage from galling or seizure. This patented, ultimately biodegradable product is…
Read MoreChevron Introduces Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid
Chevron introduced Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW, an innovative hydraulic fluid designed to meet the evolving needs of the marine and construction industries while championing environmental stewardship. As governments worldwide tighten regulations to protect our planet, Chevron remains at the forefront of introducing new options to support those initiatives, launching Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW as the solution to bridge the gap…
Read MoreBKT Shows New Tire-Management System Software; Tire Lineup
BKT was a key player at MINExpo 2024. At the BKT booth, visitors had access to a sneak preview session demonstrating the new BKT Tire Track Pro software, a tire-management system. This platform, which has been developed by BKT to optimize fleet management in the earthmoving and mining sectors, will enable timely tire performance monitoring throughout all stages from inventory…
Read MoreMichelin Introduces ‘First-Ever’ Energy Efficient Tire
Michelin introduced the Michelin XDR 4 SPEED ENERGY at MINExpo, the mining industry’s first-ever, energy-efficient tire that is designed to reduce a mining vehicle’s fuel consumption and lower CO2 emissions through an optimized, more flexible tread and new energy-saving rubber compound. The Michelin XDR 4 SPEED ENERGY tire achieves up to 3.6% better fuel efficiency compared to the Michelin XDR…
Read MoreTrimble, Worldsensing Collaborate to Expand Monitoring Solutions
Trimble and Worldsensing announced the introduction of a solution for long-term 3D ground and structural movement monitoring that will combine Trimble 4D Control (T4D) monitoring software with the new Trimble GNSS Meter, powered by Worldsensing. Designed for the mining, construction and infrastructure industries, this solution helps minimize the risks associated with land and structure instability by enabling faster and more…
Read MoreABB NEMA Motors DP200 Crush+ Delivers High Performance
ABB NEMA Motors DP200 Crush+ was shown at MINExpo. Crush+ features high starting and breakdown torque, flexibility and design modularity, suitable for crusher and other severe-duty applications. Based on the proven SD200 platform, this severe-duty motor is offered in 440-580 frame sizes with Class H insulation, 4140 steel shaft and IP65 ingress protection as standard. Available with NEMA Super Premium…
Read MoreMASABA Offers Multiple Material Handling Solutions
MASABA Inc., at MINExpo, introduced its full lineup of material handling solutions for mining applications, including the patented Magnum Telescoping Conveyor; overland and stationary conveyor systems; ship-loading systems and truck unloaders; as well as portable and modular systems for crushing, screening, and washing; and a variety of custom-engineered solutions. All solutions are designed and manufactured specifically to meet customers’ unique…
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