Sandvik Construction expanded its range of scalpers with the launch of the new QE241 heavy-duty scalper. Compact in design and easy to transport, producers will benefit from the same user-friendly features as Sandvik’s Premium range of scalpers, yet in a smaller scale version, the company said. Sandvik said the QE241 is the ideal solution for smaller users where performance, versatility,…
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Superior Auto Level Feature for TeleStacker
Superior Industries Inc., recently released new technology that allows its TeleStacker Conveyors to maintain level movement while in radial travel mode. This patent-pending technology allows the telescopic radial stacking conveyor to maintain a balanced conveyor structure. As a result, the TeleStacker Conveyors belting is less prone to mistracking. Uneven conveyor structure, said Superior, is one of the leading causes of…
Read MoreTerex Washing Systems Offers AggreStac Conveyor Range
Terex Washing Systems (TWS) has enhanced its product portfolio with the announcement of the Terex AggreStac Conveyor Range. The launch took place as part of TWS Global Distributor Event at the Carton House Hotel in Maynooth, Ireland. This announcement was one of several new product and project services that distributors learnt about during the three-day event. The Terex AggreStac range…
Read MoreMetso Expands Product Portfolio With Rock Breakers
Metso expanded its product portfolio with the addition of a new rock breaker series designed for primary stationary crushing plants. The proven hammer-boom combination, already well-known in Metso’s mobile crushing solutions, is now available for stationary aggregates production and mining applications. “Today, safety at work is undeniably the number one issue within the construction and mining industries. The remotely controlled…
Read MoreLippmann Milwaukee Designs Plant for Lannon Stone
Lippmann Milwaukee designed and completed construction on a custom plant for Lannon Stone Products’ Lisbon gravel pit in Sussex, Wis. Lannon Stone Products Inc. produces and sells construction aggregates from four locations in southeast Wisconsin where they serve the concrete, asphalt, road building, landscape, utility, grading and building stone industries. The Lisbon Pit is somewhat unique in that it contains…
Read MoreCat 6015B Hydraulic Shovel Moves More Material
Building on the robust and productive Cat 5110B, the new 6015B Hydraulic Shovel delivers a productivity advantage over other 100-ton shovels thanks to the most powerful engine in its class, a large standard bucket and payload capacity of 14.6 tons, according to the company. The design translates to fast cycles and a pass-match advantage over leading standard-equipped shovels in its…
Read MoreJohn Deere Debuts WorkSight Fuel Advantage Program
John Deere is building upon its suite of technology solutions and leveraging dealers’ consultation capabilities with the introduction of the John Deere WorkSight Fuel Advantage program. Eligible on 47 pieces of construction equipment, the program features fuel consumption commitments, quarterly reports designed to help contractors improve efficiency, and an incentive to utilize the John Deere dealer as a consultative partner.…
Read MoreBoart Longyear Rock Drill Passes the Test
While many underground mines are looking to avoid handheld rock drills for the safety of the miners, there are still many mines in North America where jackleg drilling is a must. For these narrow-vein mines, located primarily in Eastern Canada and throughout Mexico, cabbed jumbos, bolters and long-hole rigs are not feasible due to cost and size restraints. Instead the…
Read MoreUltraSonic Introduces Cleaner for Green Cleaning of Parts
UltraSonic LLC introduced the Ultra 2200FA, a full-featured ultrasonic cleaner with 55-gal. main tank capacity and horizontal transducers for superior cleaning action without solvents. These 220V models features an agitation table, dual filtration, a 10-gal. weir tank, sparge bar, and an insulated tank and lid. The V-bottom design allows for easy cleaning between batches. Side-mounted transducers mean there are no…
Read MoreTo Tailgate or Not to Tailgate: Is the ROI Worth it?
Tailgates with durable components, such as steel alloy chains, last longer and perform better. What if there was a simple solution for increased efficiency and reduced maintenance – all while putting more money in the company’s pocket? While it might seem like a small feature, not having a tailgate often results in loads that are typically 10-15 percent below rated…
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