Victor Technologies’ Victor ST400 straight torch incorporates the Victor 400 series handle that uses a high-strength alloy material for durability and features an ergonomic shape to improve operator comfort. The torch’s three-tube design provides a clearer view of the cutting path, while visual cues on the oxygen and fuel knobs simplify use, enhancing safety. “Until now, there was no way…
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Komatsu’s KOMTRAX Mobile App for Asset Monitoring
Komatsu America Corp. introduced a feature-rich mobile app that allows owners to see critical machine information from KOMTRAX fleet-monitoring system on their Apple or Android smart phones or tablet devices. Building on the past decade of KOMTRAX technology, the app gives owners access to this critical information anytime and anywhere in daily, weekly or monthly time increments. The new App…
Read MoreYokohama Tire CEO: Rolling Forward in 2014
Yokohama Tire Corp. (YTC) celebrated a landmark year in 2013 with the groundbreaking of its new commercial plant in West Point, Miss., and this year, the company is set to have a record year with the number of product launches it has planned. In this Q&A, YTC’s Chief Operating Officer Takayuki Hamaya takes a look back at YTC’s performance in…
Read MoreRogers Group Relies on GPS Tracking
With a construction-equipment tracking system, your quarry operation can be sure that each piece of equipment at every plant is working as hard as you are. Navman Wireless is one company that provides fleet and mobile asset intelligence based on equipment tracking. With this critical data, you can: Fine-tune construction equipment and worker productivity. Reduce downtime by monitoring maintenance needs.…
Read MoreStellar Energy Looks to the Solar System for Quarry Operations
UTILIZING SOLAR POWER AS A RENEWABLE ENERGY SOLUTION REDUCES UTILITY COSTS AND HELPS REDUCE CARBON FOOTPRINT. Stellar Energy, a national provider of commercial solar systems, has completed several complex solar power projects for quarry and mining facilities. The company is currently installing its fourth large commercial-scale solar system into an active mining operation. Industrial businesses such as rock quarries and…
Read MoreThroughput and Screening Efficiency
Throughput and screening efficiency cannot be considered without regard to the screen media’s wear-life. Depending on the particular screening media in use, there is sometimes a fine line between efficiency and wear-life. The Vibrating Screen Manufacturers Association (VSMA) or the manufacturer of your vibrating screen can accurately determine the screening capacity needed on each deck for your aggregate separation requirements.…
Read MoreBinMaster Offers Scanner for Corrosive Materials in Bins, Tanks, Silos
BinMaster Level Controls introduces the 3DLevelScanner HC for accurately measuring highly corrosive materials in bins, tanks, and silos. The scanner features self-cleaning technology and an ability to infiltrate large amounts of dust, which allows it to perform reliably in harsh environments. The device allows plant operations to manage silos in real-time through the 3DMultiVision software or an HMI, allowing for…
Read MoreWEG Electric Announces Wide Range of Soft Starters
WEG Electric said it has established the largest and most complete range of soft starter products in its United States inventory. WEG now has available soft starters ranging from 3 to 4,500 hp; more than any other suppler in the industry, notes the company.
Read MoreTelestack Radial Conveyor Features Design Improvements
Telestack Ltd. now offers three machines that are new to the North American market. “The world launch of the latest model in our track mobile hopper feeder range will take place at ConExpo-Con/Agg and we are excited by the potential for this machine in North America and beyond,” said Samantha Thompson, marketing coordinator. “This unit has been developed in response…
Read MoreCarrier Home Builders Inc. Relies on Powerscreen Warrior
Serviceability, performance, flexibility and economy of operation are the primary reasons Carrier Home Builders, Inc. purchased the first Powerscreen Warrior 1400X sold in the United States. The company is working in topsoil and sand/gravel applications for a project in Farmington, Conn., and is also operating a Powerscreen1000 Maxtrak cone crusher to make stone. The distributor is Powerscreen New England. The…
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