A new two-speed drive from BorgWarner is specifically designed to deliver reliable cooling for construction and other severe operating conditions. While on/off fan drive models offer durability and fuel efficiency for over-the-road applications, BorgWarner engineers note, the K32 DuroSpeed suits severe service vehicles by significantly reducing fan engagements – boosting reliability and lowering noise. The clutch can be used in…
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Sandvik RH460 Series of DTH Hammers
Sandvik Construction’s RH460 series of down-the-hole hammers have been developed to give customers even higher levels of productivity and reliability, while simultaneously delivering lower operating costs, according to the company. The Sandvik RH460 series of DTH hammers has been developed in order to provide drilling customers with the enhanced levels of penetration rates, longer service life and lower operating costs…
Read MoreRock Products 120th Anniversary – Part 2
IN THIS SPECIAL YEAR-LONG SERIES CELEBRATING OUR 120TH YEAR PUBLISHING MILESTONE, ROCK PRODUCTS PRESENTS A HISTORY OF THE AGGREGATES INDUSTRY. In This Issue, We Cover The Years 1911-1920. The rock products industry entered the new decade with one thing foremost on its mind: roads. The need for development of consistent, reliable roads was recognized by every industry in the United States. In…
Read MoreRock Products 120th Anniversary – Part 2
IN THIS SPECIAL YEAR-LONG SERIES CELEBRATING OUR 120TH YEAR PUBLISHING MILESTONE, ROCK PRODUCTS PRESENTS A HISTORY OF THE AGGREGATES INDUSTRY. In This Issue, We Cover The Years 1911-1920. The rock products industry entered the new decade with one thing foremost on its mind: roads. The need for development of consistent, reliable roads was recognized by every industry in the United States. In…
Read MoreOldcastle Parent Closes on Lafarge, Holcim Assets
CRH has closed on a portfolio of Lafarge S.A. and Holcim Ltd. cement, concrete and aggregate production assets in 10 countries across the Americas and Europe. At a $7.2 billion enterprise value, the transaction is among the largest to date involving publicly traded, global heavy building materials companies – trailing Cemex-Rinker and HeidelbergCement-Hanson ($15 billion–$16 billion; 2007) and Lafarge-Orascom ($12…
Read MoreMSHA to Step Up Enforcement After Three Deaths
In the wake of a deadly day in mining on Aug. 3 in which three miners lost their lives in separate incidents in Nevada, North Dakota and Virginia, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is stepping up enforcement efforts and intensifying outreach and education nationwide.
Read MoreApp of the Month – August 2015
Trackimo Affordable, accurate tracking of the people or possessions that matter to you is now available through Trackimo. Peace of mind in the palm of your hand.
Read MoreSix Ways Equipment Data Can Help Cut Equipment Costs
Caterpillar recently conducted a webinar to bring the trade press up to speed on the latest developments in its EMSolutions initiative. EM stands for Equipment Management, and the emphasis is on using data to drive operational success. Using the data generated by your equipment puts money in your pocket by helping you keep your equipment in top shape and avoid unplanned…
Read MoreFirst Look – August 2015
TOP NEWS Summit Materials Completes Transaction The combined business will operate as Continental Cement Co. LLC., an existing wholly-owned subsidiary of Summit. Terex Finlay Holds Dealer Meeting, Product Demo Terex Finlay introduced two new machines to the North American market: the J-960 jaw crusher and the 873 heavy duty screener. Polaris Opens California Aggregates Terminal A self-discharging Panamax ship made…
Read MoreIllinois Law Addresses Underground Inspections; Reclamation Bonds
The Illinois legislature passed, and Gov. Bruce Rauner signed House Bill 123, a joint initiative of the Illinois Association of Aggregates Producers (IAAP) and the Illinois Department of Natural ResourcesDepartment of Natural Resources (IDNR).
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