The new Cat 990K wheel loader offers more power and increased payload for greater productivity and fuel efficiency, Caterpillar said. A redesigned cab delivers a superior operator interface and a quiet environment, and several new features promote operator and maintenance technician safety and performance. Designed as an optimum loading tool for Cat construction and mining trucks, specifically the 773, 775…
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John Deere Now Offers Final Tier 4 Excavators
John Deere upgraded three models on the G-Series excavator line. The models – 250G LC, 350G LC and 380G LC – are equipped with a Final Tier 4 engine and meet the strictest emissions standards, providing customers with higher productivity, increased uptime and lower daily operating costs, according to the company. “When developing the new G-Series Final Tier 4 models,…
Read MoreVari-Stem Contains Explosive Energy Within Rock Mass
Vari-Stem Plugs work by creating a blocking effect within the drill hole by wedging the stemming material between the drill hole wall and plug. Upon detonation of the explosives, the plug is forced upward into the stemming material and “locks up.” The explosive gases and energy are prevented from traveling (venting) up through the drill hole, and instead are contained…
Read MoreAtlas Copco Introduces Auto Rod Change System
Atlas Copco’s Rig Control System (RCS) continues its legacy of enabling automation to promote safe, lean and productive mining with the patent-pending Auto Rod Change technology. The Auto Rod Change (ARC) system is a milestone for Atlas Copco’s Pit Viper blasthole drill product line, seamlessly integrating into the existing AutoDrill for a complete multi-pass product. ARC is a patent-pending technology…
Read MoreMellott Company Expands Product Lines
Mellott Company, the East Coast’s largest service provider to the aggregate industry and the largest Metso distributor in North America, now features the Replacement Parts and Component Exchange (CXP) program. It was officially introduced at this year’s ConExpo-Con/Agg show. Years of experience in all aspects of the aggregate industry led Mellott Company to develop high-quality replacement parts for its own…
Read MoreClimax Automated Welding Technology is Portable
The Climax BW1000 AutoBoreWelder is an automated spiral welding system that provides high quality bore welding technology in a ruggedly constructed, highly portable and easily affordable package. The company said you can: Increase both your welding and machining productivity. Dramatically reduce repair time and costs. Repair equipment on-site. Maximize equipment uptime. Extend the working life of your capital equipment. …
Read MoreCardinal Scale Wi-Fi Transmitter and Receiver
Cardinal Scale’s S2WIFI connects to IEEE 802.11b/g wireless local area networks (wireless LAN) and wirelessly sends data from weight indicators to existing networks, remote displays, printers, laptops, PCs, tablets and smart phones. The robust S2WIFI allows you to utilize Cardinal’s extensive library of mobile apps for smart phones and tablets, such as Pathway and RemoteWeigh. The S2WIFI converts serial to…
Read MoreNavman Wireless Adds eLogs; DVIR Forms to Fleet Tracking System
Navman Wireless USA announced the addition of new electronic driver-log and driver-vehicle inspection reporting (DVIR) options to its OnlineAVL2 fleet tracking system for corporate fleets that must comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA) regulations. Both reports can now be completed online through a link in the Navman Wireless interface or in the field on Navman Wireless’ M-Nav 800 in-cab…
Read MoreGreat Lakes Aggregates Seeks Wear Life, Increased Throughput
A screen deck at Great Lakes Aggregates screening limestone. Great Lakes Aggregates Inc. produces approximately 1 million tpy of limestone at its Sylvania Minerals Quarry located in South Rockwood, Mich. As the quarry increased the number of saleable products that it produced, it encountered screening challenges along the way such as limited open area, screen breakage and severe blinding. “With…
Read MoreFlexco Eases Maintenance Processes With Inspection Doors
Flexco now offers Inspection Doors in its line of Belt Conveyor Products. The Inspection Doors feature an adjustable latch, are rated to hold up in extreme temperatures, and feature silicone seals on the door and the mounting plate. Users can tailor the tightness of the door seal to suit their needs by simply making a few modifications to the adjustable…
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