Should You Choose A Screen Box Meant For Modular Or Tensioned Screen Media? By Serge Raymond There have never been more screen media materials and styles for aggregates and mining producers to choose from. From woven wire and steel plates to rubber, polyurethane and hybrid options, it can be difficult to know the correct material for an application. Additionally, although…
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Four Major Benefits to C&D Recycling
C&D Recycling Has Many Advantages, Helps Support A Circular Economy And Reduces Environmental Impact. Edited by Mark S. Kuhar As the aggregate industry continues to play an important role in everyday lives, the demand for its processes to become more environmentally sustainable rises alongside it. The aggregate industry is placing increased focus on more sustainable mining methods, such as sourcing…
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Fred Weber Inc. Transformed Its Business Dynamic And Is Finding New Success On Multiple Levels. By Mark S. Kuhar Anchored to a proud 96-year history, Fred Weber Inc. (FWI) is a different company now than what it was years ago – but in very important ways, it remains the same. The St. Louis-based company is writing the next chapter in…
Read MoreHere comes MINExpo International
The Show Takes Places Every Four Years, And You Can Find A Wide Array Of Products And Services At The Las Vegas Convention Center, Sept. 24-26. By Mark S. Kuhar MINExpo, owned and produced by the National Mining Association, brings more than 44,000 professionals, experts and decision-makers from the global mining industry together to collaborate, learn and engage. The show…
Read MoreEmbracing Digital Transformation
How To Successfully Integrate Digital Technologies Into Aggregates Operations, Highlighting The Benefits This Brings To The Industry. By Ksenia Yemelyanova and Laura Georgi This is the first of a two-part article. – Ed. The construction materials industry, particularly the aggregates sector, is evolving rapidly through digitalization. This transformation enhances operational efficiency, reduces costs and maintains competitiveness. This article will guide…
Read MoreShaking Out the Sand
Quality Vibration And The Dewatering Process. By Larry Horrie After fresh water, sand is the most widely consumed natural resource on the planet. The annual global consumption of sand is estimated to be >15 billion tons, with a respective trade volume of $70 billion. [1][2] It is valued for different grades and qualities due to its wide application across nearly…
Read MoreTailings and Water Management
For Many Sites, Implementing A Strong Tailings Management Program Can Greatly Contribute To Improving The Ability To Retain, Recycle And Reuse Water. Edited by Mark S. Kuhar Water is a finite resource that each quarry operation needs to carefully manage and plan how to best utilize. For many sites, implementing a strong tailings management program can greatly contribute to improving…
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Ontario Construction-Materials Firm Partners With CDE On Ultra-Fines Recovery System. By Mark S. Kuhar Ontario-based sand and aggregate producer James Dick Construction has finalized a major new investment in an ultra-fines recovery system, designed and engineered by wet processing industry experts CDE, as the company solidifies its position as one of the leading suppliers of construction materials in the local…
Read MoreEnhancing the Life Cycle
Asset Management Strategies For Water Treatment Plants. Edited by Mark S. Kuhar Water treatment plants face significant challenges in maintaining aging infrastructure while meeting stringent environmental regulations. Asset management strategies play a pivotal role in ensuring uninterrupted operation, minimizing costs and extending the life cycle of critical equipment. In this article, we delve into Castolin Eutectic technologies to address common…
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The Role Of Thickeners And Filter Presses In Aggregate Processing. Edited by Mark S. Kuhar Water plays a crucial role in the aggregate industry, particularly in washing and classifying processes. However, traditional methods of water management often result in substantial water waste and environmental impact. Thickeners and filter presses offer a modern solution by facilitating the recycling of process water…
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