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Terex to unveil new washing solutions at Hillhead
Terex Washing Systems (TWS) says aggregate producers can look forward to more innovative ways to wash sand, gravel and C&D waste thanks to its two new offerings, which will be officially launched at Hillhead 2014, in Buxton, England, this month. Hillhead will provide the stage to showcase the Terex Aggresand lineup to include the 165 (up to 250 tph) and the latest addition, the new, larger Aggresand 206 (up to 400 tph), as well as the Aggrescrub 150 (up to 150 tph). The Aggresand 206 wash plant is the larger model of the recently launched Aggresand line and comprises a 20-ft. x 6-ft. screen with two- and three-deck options. Customers will benefit from the unique design, which includes full containerization of the machine for ease of transportation, rapid set-up time, pre-wired and pre-plumbed plug-and-play componentry, isolated spray bars and an HMI control system. In addition, the level of serviceability within the Aggresand wash plant range is unrivaled, according to the company, with innovative features such as rolling chutes and rolling… Keep Reading
How a California quarry settled its pond problems
A California quarry gets its settling pond problems settled once and for all. For decades, workers at Stevens Creek Quarry in Cupertino, Calif., dreaded the monthly need to drain and clean out the quarry’s settling pond for its excess slurry tailings. Every 30 to 45 days, the entire operation had to shut down for up to eight days while the pond was cleaned, costing up to $80,000 each time. Owner Rich Voss and his son, Operations Manager Jason Voss, were frustrated by the lost time, high costs and mounting inconveniences associated with the settling pond. Natural raw materials never consolidated in the pond, so flocculent had to be mixed into the tailings to allow settling, making disposal possible at the reclamation site. Once the tailings accumulated in the pond, the plant had to be shut down for the pond to be cleaned out and made operational again. Additionally, the 170-acre operation had limited space for creating a second settling pond that would allow work to continue uninterrupted. “It was such… Keep Reading
Derrick Corp.
Derrick Corp.’s Pond Elimination Technology eliminates settlement ponds in aggregate production and does not require belt press and plate and frame press units. The system consists of a Derrick HI-G Dryer, Vertical Tower (VT) high-compression thickeners, and high-speed DE-7200 centrifuge. The HI-G Dryer with Derrick hydrocyclones receives discharge flow from a screw classifier or other feed source. Oversize material containing 85 percent solids is discharged from the HI-G Dryer and recovered as product. DerrickCorp.com Photo: Derrick Corp Keep Reading
Hillhead announces live demo lineup
More than 80 machines will be part of a live demonstration area at this year's Hillhead Quarry Exhibition, which will take place June 24-26 at Tarmac’s Hillhead Quarry in Buxton, England. The event, which showcases equipment for the quarrying, recycling and heavy construction industries, will feature four live demonstration areas: Quarry Face, Rock Processing, Recycling and new this year, General Purpose. Crushers, screens and shredders from Sandvik, Powerscreen, Terex Finlay, McCloskey, Metso, Tesab, Quarry Manufacturing and Supplies, MDS International, Maximus, Rubblemaster, Guidetti, Baughans, Herbst Machinery, EMS Wasterecycle and Tana will show their stuff. Mobile plant and attachments taking part in the live action will include machines and equipment from Caterpillar, Volvo, JCB, Bell, Liebherr, Doosan, Hitachi, Komatsu, Hyundai, Case, Terex Equipment, LiuGong, Indeco, Miller, Dig A Crusher, Remu, VTN, Mercedes Truck, QCE engcon, Kinshofer and Ace Plant. For more information about the Hillhead Quarry Exhibition, go here. Keep Reading
Frac sand conference slated for August
The third annual Frac Sand Supply & Logistics Conference will take place August 21 and 22 in San Antonio, Texas. The Petroleum Connection, which presents the event, says the growing demand for silica sand and proppants has caused supply constraints and logistical challenges. It organized the conference to help bring together the sand suppliers, E&P companies, well servicers, rail companies, truckers, barges, terminal developers, equipment suppliers, and others who provide technology solutions to help develop a more efficient supply chain. New this year is moderated roundtable discussions on a variety of topics. The conference also will include speakers, educational sessions, and exhibitors. Attendees will be able to take advantage of numerous networking opportunities, as well as participate in a golf outing. To learn more about the conference, go here. Keep Reading
No consensus yet on highway funding proposals, NSSGA says
It appears Congress is aware that action must be taken to shore up the Highway Trust Fund. Several Congressional members have proposed solutions, NSSGA says, but getting them to agree on one proves elusive. NSSGA says recent estimates show the Highway Trust Fund will fall below the $4 billion balance required to continue funding highway projects by late August, and maybe as early as mid-July. An estimated $5 billion may be needed to fund the highway program through the end of the fiscal year on Sept. 30, and $10 billion will be required for the Highway Trust Fund to remain solvent through the end of 2014. One proposal by House Republican leaders calls for using the abolishment of Saturday postal mail delivery as a “pay-for” to offset the next short-term bailout of the Highway Trust Fund, according to a memorandum circulated May 30. The Congressional Budget Office estimates that eliminating Saturday mail delivery would save $13.65 billion in Postal Service outlays from 2015 to 2024. The Obama administration proposed eliminating… Keep Reading
FMI cautiously optimistic on construction growth
FMI says e-commerce is affecting construction growth, according to its latest construction outlook. The company’s Construction Outlook Report Q2 2014 shows cautiously optimistic growth, as the forecast has been lowered a percent since the Q1 2014 report. FMI now predicts construction-put-in-place (CPIP) for 2014 to increase 7 percent over 2013 levels. One reason for the drop is e-commerce, which is becoming a larger market, especially in the retail and educational industries, according to the company. As people spend more time online, brick and mortar will grow more slowly, a trend that also is affecting office, travel, recreation and health care. FMI predicts the commercial growth rate will slow to 6 percent in 2014, with retail production slowing due to the expansion of e-commerce shopping. Construction for the transportation industry is one of the few areas that continues to see solid growth, with 2014 predicted to grow 7 percent, the company says. The shale oil boom, as well as the proposed $73.61 billion transportation bill, are large contributing factors. With new… Keep Reading
Command Alkon announces tech, training conference
Command Alkon will hold its annual training and technology conference November 12 and 13 in New Orleans. The Command Alkon Training & Technology Conference will feature focused solutions for producers of ready mixed concrete, manufactured concrete, as well as aggregate, asphalt and cement. In addition, the company will unveil new technologies, such as mobile computing applications, and preview the latest releases of its core products. The event will offer attendees industry-related updates and the opportunity to network with fellow producers, Command Alkon says. Attendees also will be able to work one-on-one with service technicians and application experts in Solutions Labs. Two-day pre-conference training workshops will be held November 10 and 11. Attendees will receive advanced and in-depth training on specific product lines like CommandBatch, Commandqc, CommandConcrete, Apex and Integra, according to the company. In addition, they will hear from industry experts like 50-year industry veteran Jim Wagner, who will retire at the end of this year. Keep Reading
IRock Crushers names Western regional manager
IRock Crushers --manufacturer of portable crushing plants, screening equipment and related products -- named Dan Davis manager of the Western region of the United States. He will be responsible for sales, distribution and application training. Davis, a 20-year industry veteran, is based in Twin Lakes, Colo. Sean Donaghy, national sales manager for IRock, says Davis’ background in the industry and distribution experience has already been, and will continue to be, an asset to the IRock team. “Dan is very adept in sales training, application analysis, market penetration and market share growth,” Donaghy says. “These are essential skills for continuing to develop and serve our western region, and his proactive approach will be right at home on the IRock team.” Keep Reading
