A low-pressure weather system over the southeastern Appalachian Mountains brought heavy, intense rains that caused a creek to break through a berm and flood a quarry that provided aggregates essential to the construction industry. An estimated six billion gal. of water shut down the quarry’s crusher and conveyor.
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ABB Enables Zero-Emission Electric Operation For Heavy Vehicles
ABB’s optimized e-drivetrain combines a motor, drive and vehicle control unit to enable heavy special and commercial vehicles to transition to fully-electric operation. Manufacturer of underground mining and infrastructure equipment, Epiroc, has already adopted the new concept for its second-generation battery-powered vehicles.
Read MoreVDG IntelliDrive Technology Delivers Efficiency and Data Feedback
Conveyor users and conveyor manufacturers have adapted the drum motor as the most efficient way to drive belt conveyors. With no external motor and gearbox, the drum motor saves space, eliminates the need for scheduled maintenance and enhances operator safety, according to Van der Graaf (VDG).
Read MoreFrac Sand Operator Relies on BJM Pump
BPH Pump & Equipment Inc., an Illinois-based distributor of industrial pumps, has supported a Midwestern manufacturer since 2013 when they opened a mining operation that produces silica proppants.
Read MoreSiemens Soft Starters for Demanding Requirements
With its Sirius 3RW5 range, Siemens launched a new generation of soft starters for simple to demanding motor requirements. This comprehensive range of devices for the soft starting of three-phase asynchronous motors from 7 hp to 1,600 hp enables efficient, seamless and easy motor protection implementation and future-proof machine concepts to be implemented easily and cost-effectively.
Read MoreVan der Graaf (VDG) Drum Motor Consumes Less Energy
Conveyor users and conveyor manufacturers have accepted the drum motor as the most efficient way to drive belt conveyors. With no external motor and gearbox, the drum motor saves space, eliminates the need for scheduled maintenance and enhances operator safety.
Read MoreChicago Pneumatic Introduces Five New Electric Submersible Pumps
Chicago Pneumatic Power Technique (CP) introduced five new electric submersible pumps to the North American market. WEDA pumps are ideal for dewatering of construction sites, mines, flooded areas and more where small, lightweight, portable and easily maintained pumps are required to perform daily jobs quickly.
Read MoreInspection Guidelines for Maximum Pump Life and Output Performance
When you install a new submersible pump, you expect consistent operation that will last for several years. But, chances are, the submersible pump will be performing in rugged conditions that can eventually take a toll on a pump. Proper preventive maintenance can help prolong the service life of your submersible pump, allowing smooth operation at optimal levels.
Read MoreWeir Celebrates 80 Years of Warman Innovation
It’s been 80 years since Charles Warman invented the iconic Warman slurry pump, a pump that revolutionized the mining industry and continues to push the boundaries of pump performance to this day.
Read MoreAce Pump Introduces New MAX Series Pump
Ace Pump Corp. announced the introduction of its new FMC-755FS-HYD stainless steel pump. Featuring the company’s exclusive Oasis WetSeal System, the new model provides the ultimate in protection against corrosive chemicals and fertilizers.
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