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Polydeck Screen Corp.
Polydeck Screen Corp.’s herringbone screen media design is most effective improving dewatering effectiveness, while the company’s PolyWeave configuration is designed to improve material stratification, enhance screening efficiency, increase drainage rates and maintain cut size longer while extending wear life. Using injection molding to produce all of its screen panels, Polydeck is able to incorporate a range of surface features and special opening types into the structure of its screen panels. PolydeckScreen.com Keep Reading
Kenworth of Pennsylvania opens Pittsburgh-area facility
Kenworth of Pennsylvania opened a new parts and service facility in McKees Rocks, an industrial area four miles west of downtown Pittsburgh. “We anticipate great interest in this new location from many businesses in downtown Pittsburgh seeking a better, more convenient option to obtain parts and service support for their trucks,” says Chris Sipes, Kenworth of Pennsylvania vice president and branch manager of the Pittsburgh and New Stanton locations. “We’ve outfitted a Kenworth truck as a mobile service unit and will run it from our new Kenworth of Pennsylvania Pittsburgh location to provide fleet customers with parts delivery and remote services.” The newly renovated facility is located on four acres. It offers two drive-through service bays with enough room to service up to eight trucks, has nearly 2,000 square-feet of parts display and storage and includes a driver’s lounge with a vending area. It also offers rental trucks and full-service leasing through PACCAR Leasing. “This new parts and service location coupled with Kenworth’s latest product offerings – including the Kenworth… Keep Reading
Natural Resource Partners L.P.
Natural Resource Partners, a publicly traded master limited partnership, is interested in purchasing land, surface and mineral rights and minerals processing infrastructure. NRP’s recent acquisitions include industrial silica sand, specialty aggregate reserves, and infrastructure for the processing and manufacture of fine grind calcium carbonate. NRP will also purchase actively mined aggregate reserves from landowners, as well as from aggregate producers through a sale/leaseback for future royalty payments. All cash purchases, NRP has the ability to close and fund quickly. Funds may be used for recapitalization, partner buy-out, operating capital, equipment purchases, plant expansion, etc. www.nrplp.com Keep Reading
Construction picks up in March
New construction starts rose 7 percent in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $521.4 billion, according to McGraw Hill Construction, a division of McGraw Hill Financial. Nonresidential building picked up the pace after its lackluster performance at the outset of this year, whereas nonbuilding construction showed a moderate gain. Meanwhile, residential building slowed as single-family housing remained sluggish. During the first three months of 2014, total construction starts on an unadjusted basis were reported at $107.4 billion, a 2 percent drop compared with the same time last year. “The slow start for construction activity in early 2014 can be attributed to tough winter weather conditions, in combination with the up-and-down pattern that’s frequently been present during the hesitant upturn witnessed over the past two years,” says Robert A. Murray, chief economist for McGraw Hill Construction. “This is particularly true for nonresidential building, which bounced back sharply in March after depressed activity in January and February, alleviating some concern that its recovery may be stalling.” The 2 percent decline… Keep Reading
Wheel loader coolant maintenance
When someone realizes during the summer that the coolant level in a cooling system is low, it may seem to make sense to add a jug of water to top off the system when the correct fluid is not available. In the winter, the opposite approach might be taken by adding a jug or two of antifreeze/coolant (AF/C) concentrate, when freezing is the primary concern. While these apparently common-sense fixes may not scream “bad idea” at the time, they can be detrimental to the health of the entire engine. It is essential to stick to your usual recommended maintenance schedule and practices as winter weather puts strains on your engine. Don’t let summer thinking get you stuck on a winter road. The functions of AF/C are far more complex than simple freeze and overheating protection. The newest technologies in today’s AF/C provide a layered approach to controlling engine temperatures, as well as protecting engine components from premature damage and excessive corrosion. If a cooling system is unable to satisfy the… Keep Reading
How to maximize wheel loader uptime and productivity
Wheel loaders take a pounding. They work in material that wears away the very steel from which they’re built. Wheel loaders lift and carry enormous loads across uneven terrain for hours on end. They fight dust that is determined to go places it shouldn’t. But the burden on wheel loaders is lessened when owners and operators practice proper maintenance. Here are a few considerations to help maximize your wheel loader’s uptime – and ultimately improve productivity and extend service life. Pre- and post-operation check A daily wheel loader walk-around inspection, both before and after operation, is an essential part of the day. Before you begin your day, check all routine daily items associated with fluids and filters. As with your personal health, prevention is the best medicine, and spotting something wrong before you begin work will go a long way to prevent further serious issues. Equally important for quarry and aggregate operations is the need to pay close attention to features of the machine that contribute to safety – both… Keep Reading
Report: Lafarge merger may result in sale of aggregates assets
The merger agreement between Lafarge and Holcim Ltd. may result in even more buying and selling, Bloomberg reports. That’s because the two companies may be forced to dump some of their assets if they want to comply with the government’s antitrust regulations here and abroad. The most likely potential buyers for their aggregates businesses include Vulcan Materials Co., Martin Marietta Materials Inc. and even private-equity companies, say analysts in the news story. Check out the Bloomberg article in its entirety. Keep Reading
Miners’ rights to representation
The signature box on MSHA’s Representative of Miners Designation Form reads as follows: “I certify that I have been designated as representative by at least two miners who work at the mine. A copy of this form has been delivered to the mine operator. ...” Any two miners can pick a safety representative for employees at the mine, and one of the two may be the representative. A copy of the form must be posted and maintained on the mine bulletin board. How can any miner get a buddy and the two of them designate a representative for the whole mine? Mine operators are familiar with requirements for obtaining a mine identification number. Many are not familiar with how miners can designate a representative. This is important because MSHA inspectors have been making a point lately to explain to miners it is a simple matter to designate a representative. Miners’ rights misunderstood If miners want a safety representative from their own ranks, they have every right to avail themselves of… Keep Reading
Lippmann Milwaukee Inc.
When you need a truly massive jaw, Lippmann’s range of large model jaws includes a 5062, 4248, 3650, and 3048 to suit your particular heavy-duty, high volume crushing application. These jaws offer maximum capacity, and are heavier, stronger, and more reliable than competitive jaws, the company says. Hydraulics save countless hours. Tension rod air springs maintain preset loading regardless of setting, so you can adjust under load. Wedge effect holds toggle bearing in on pitman and block for easy bolt-in removal and replacement. lippmann-milwaukee.com Keep Reading
