As a dredge moves farther away from its discharge point, production can decrease while the cost-per-ton increases. Adding a booster pump provides benefits of greater production and less equipment wear and tear. Booster pumps may be land- or water-based. As a dredge moves farther away from the discharge point, the pump speed is increased to maintain a proper slurry velocity…
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Boart Longyear TruCore Designed For Drillers, By Drillers
Boart Longyear introduced TruCore, an integrated core orientation system that enables drillers to increase productivity and decrease spending on consumables, according to the company. Core Orientation is essential to the mining and resources sector as it marks and determines the precise orientation and position of core while in the ground. This information helps determine faults, cleavages, joints, mineral lineation and…
Read MoreEmerson Develops Online Asset Management Tool For Drivetrain Couplings
Emerson’s Power Transmission Solutions has introduced the first online tool for tracking the location, life history and latest revision drawings and installation instructions for all critical drivetrain couplings owned by customers, whether installed or in spares inventory, according to the company. Developed by Emerson’s Kop-Flex business unit, the web-based tool, known as the Asset Management Program (AMP) for couplings, accurately…
Read More3D Laser Mapping Delivers Automated Volume Measurement
3D Laser Mapping offers SiteMonitorSV, the latest offering from its suite of SiteMonitor solutions. The system, which builds upon the proven SiteMonitor4D system, integrates advanced 3D laser scanning technology with simple to use software, enabling stockpiles to be monitored and managed safely through automated cost effective means. SiteMonitorSV provides up-to-date inventory that reflects current stock levels. Volume measurements require regular…
Read MoreCardinal Debuts Satellite Unattended Truck-Weighing Kiosks
Cardinal Scale’s new U.S.-made Satellite series unattended weighing kiosks provide the ultimate experience in unmanned truck scale efficiency and streamlined data integration. The lockable, weather-proof enclosure features a modern design aesthetic with optional rainhood/sun deflector. Select a Satellite model with the features you need including a high-speed thermal cutbar tape printer, proximity badge reader (AWID and HID), 240- x 64-pixel…
Read MoreSiemens Controller Increases Flexibility
Siemens Industry offers the SIMATIC S7-1518F, a controller available with a bit performance of 1 nanosecond. Designed to increase flexibility, safety, efficiency and productivity at the plant floor level, the new controller is suitable for high-end standard and safety-related machine and plant automation applications. The S7-1518F has four communication interfaces: a Profinet interface with a two-port switch for communication with…
Read MoreChicago Pneumatic Generators Feature Advanced Controls
International construction equipment manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic introduced a new range of portable and stationary generators. Underlining Chicago Pneumatic’s reputation for ease-of-use, high performance and reliability, the new range of generators will offer long-term operation in even the most demanding environments. Chicago Pneumatic’s new stationary generators (CPSG) are based on a frame-and-canopy design, and can serve a variety of stationary applications…
Read MoreNew Terex Finlay Machines Designed for Quarry Duty
Terex Finlay introduced two new machines for quarry duty at this year’s Hillhead show: the 883+ and the 893. The Terex Finlay 883+ is designed to work after a primary crusher or on its own as a frontline screening machine. This versatile and adaptable machine is suitable for working in quarrying, mining, construction and demolition debris, topsoil, recycling, sand, gravel,…
Read MoreSturtevant Air Classifier is Ultra High Frequency
Sturtevant Inc. announced the sale of its 5,000th air classifier, more than any other air classifier manufacturer, according to the company. Air Classifier Number One was sold to Reynolds Tobacco Co. of Winston-Salem, N.C., and shipped on Sept. 18, 1919. This early design still has features recognizable today in Sturtevant’s Whirlwind Air Classifier including an internal fan. “Significant changes have taken…
Read MoreTerex MPS Horizontal Screen Features Superior Efficiency
Terex Minerals Processing Systems (MPS) offers its MHS6203 Horizontal Screen Module, featuring the Terex Cedarapids LJ-TS Screen with El-Jay oval stroke action. Other key features include: An extra heavy-duty I-beam frame. Rigid diagonal truss construction. Galvanized steel structure including walkways, steps and guard rails. Designed with logistics in mind, the MHS6203 Horizontal Screen Module, including all its components, can…
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