The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced that – for the third consecutive year – none of the nation’s more than 13,000 mining operations meets the criteria for a Pattern of Violations notice. The screening period started on July 1, 2016, and ended on June 30, 2017.
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Proposed Rule for Examination of Workplaces
MSHA Has Decided To Require More From These Workplace Examinations. What Does It Mean For Producers? By Erik M. Dullea
Read MorePermitting – August 2014
Cemex Requests Hearing DelayCemex has asked for a postponement before a controversial mining expansion at its Brooksville, Fla., site in Hernando County, was set to go before county commissioners at a public hearing. Cemex has asked for a postponement until Dec. 9. The action comes one week after planning and zoning board members shot down Cemex’s request to amend the…
Read MorePrinciple Number Four: Accidents Are A Matter Of (Bad) Luck
By Randy K. Logsdon This is the fourth in a series of six columns exploring traditional principles of safety. Previous parts were entitled: “Safety First,” “Safety is Just Common Sense, ” and “Compliance = Safety.” – Ed.
Read MoreOptical Cable Corp. Fiber Optic Systems for Harsh Environments
In subterranean mining operations, access to communication networks deep underground is critical for transporting data, voice and video, and other supporting applications that are essential for efficient and safe operations. Whether accessing sophisticated ERP or Maintenance Management Systems, engaging in fleet management, video surveillance or access control, or protecting miners with wireless locator systems, these networks serve as a literal lifeline between…
Read MoreWisconsin Police Powers Bill Stalls
According to the Wisconsin Industrial Sand Association (WISA), the Wisconsin State Legislature adjourned its 2013-2015 session without acting on SB 632/AB 816. The bill ¬– significantly revised from its predecessor SB 349 – would have prevented use of municipal police powers to change the rules for existing, locally permitted non-metallic mining operations and properties, while continuing the high level of…
Read MoreCASE Wheel Loader Offers Burn Power
CASE Construction Equipment introduced the new CASE 1221F wheel loader, the newest and largest model in the company’s F Series wheel loader line. Designed with an 11.9-liter Tier 4 Interim-certified engine that delivers up to 355 hp (265 kW), the CASE 1221F is built for heavy earthmoving and loading applications such as those encountered in aggregate and mining operations. Enhancements…
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 MoreLehigh Seeking New Provisions
Changes to the Carroll County, Md., code regarding mining operations have been described as clarifications by Lehigh Cement Co., but some residents have argued the changes could have a significant impact on their community, according to the Baltimore Sun. A draft of the proposed changes now in front of the Board of Carroll County Commissioners for final approval is said…
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