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2014 Aggregate Events
Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony March 20 Nashville, Tenn. AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo Mar. 22-24 Nashville, Tenn. Keep Reading
Doosan: DL550-3 wheel loader
Doosan's DL550-3 wheel loader replaces the DL500 model and is the largest one in the company's line. With an operating weight of 69,655 lbs., a breakout force of 58,450 lbs. and a full-turn tipping capacity of 48,061 lbs., the DL550-3 is designed for larger material handling applications. Hp has been increased to 380 with a six-cylinder diesel engine that has been optimized for use with selective catalyst reduction and diesel exhaust fluid to comply with Interim Tier 4 emission regulations. The engine features a high-pressure common-rail design with direct fuel injection, electronic control and four valves per cylinder. www.doosanequipment.com Photo: Doosan Equipment Keep Reading
Breaker Technology Inc.: TRX64 Rockbreaker system
Weighing more than 110,000 lbs., the new TRX64 Rockbreaker system combines a reach of 64 ft. and a breaker impact force of 12,000 ft.-lbs. The TRX Series booms range in length from 48 to 64 ft., carrying breakers from 8,500 to 20,000 ft.-lbs. classes, depending on reach. The TRX64 represents BTI’s 2,000th system produced, and its model range of Rockbreaker boom systems can cover any breaking application – from a 12-ft. plant-mounted system on a mobile crusher, to a 64-ft. system with the new TRX64, and everything in-between. www.Rockbreaker.com Keep Reading
Wabash MPI: G28-12-PCR-X
Wabash MPI has developed a proppant crush test press for use with sand, resin-coated sand and ceramic proppant used in the fracking process. The model G28-12-PCR-X in the Genesis Series offers compression force ranging between 2 and 28 tons within a 2.5 percent deviation. The 12-in. x 12-in., full-guided hardened plates have adjustable stops for crush die centering. Operator interface provides an easy setup of control parameters with ample recipe storage, an Allen Bradley programmable controller, a PanelView touch screen and closed-loop control of clamp pressure. www.wabashmpi.com Photo: Wabash MPI Keep Reading
Komatsu America Corp.: PC490LC-10 hydraulic excavator
Komatsu America Corp.'s PC490LC-10 hydraulic excavator is Tier 4 Interim certified. This excavator is equipped with the latest Komtrax technology, which sends machine-operating information to a secure website utilizing wireless technology. Data such as operating hours, location, cautions and maintenance alerts are relayed to the web application for analysis. According to Komatsu, the Komtrax fleet monitoring system increases machine availability, reduces the risk of machine theft, allows for remote diagnosis by the distributor and provides a wealth of other information to drive business efficiency and productivity. www.komatsuamerica.com Photo: Komatsu America Corp Keep Reading
Case Construction Equipment: F Series wheel loader line
The F Series wheel loader line from Case Construction Equipment includes the 1021F and 1121F, a size class of machines specifically engineered for quarry, aggregate and truck-loading applications. According to Case, the hydro-mechanical transmission on the wheel loaders provides additional fuel savings, faster acceleration and faster hydraulic cycle times. The 1021F features a 296-hp engine, a 5.5-cu.-yd. bucket, a dump height of 121 in. and an operating weight of 53,500 lbs. The 1121F, rated at 320 hp, has a 6.25-cu.-yd. bucket, a dump height of 126 in. and an operating weight of 60,800 lbs. To increase productivity and meet Interim Tier 4 emission standards, Case employs selective catalytic reduction technology for wheel loaders. www.casece.com Photo: Case Construction Equipment Keep Reading
DSC Dredge LLC: Dredge Series
DSC offers five standard dredge models – including the Marlin Class Underwater Pump Mining Dredge and the Shark Class Cutter Suction Dredge – all of which can be ordered as-is or customized to a specific application. The Shark is known for its conventional dredge-operating configuration, with modular design for ease of operation. The Marlin can dig more than 150 ft. with its underwater pump and high-torque cutter drive assembly. Both are capable of digging deeper and producing more, while dramatically reducing overall cost per ton, the company says. In addition to its custom-engineered dredges, DSC also supplies parts for all types of dredges across the world, and its in-house Automation department designs custom packages that can be added to any dredge. www.DSCDredge.com Keep Reading
Immersive Technologies: Advanced Equipment Simulators
The new PRO3-B and UG360-B Advanced Equipment Simulators represent an upgrade to Immersive Technologies’ PRO3 and UG360 models. They feature an Enhanced Trainer Station, a dual-monitor interface that allows a trainer to better manage the simulator during a session. Trainers can now observe a 3D view, trigger events, review errors as they occur, generate reports, administer scenarios and learners all while running training sessions, vastly improving trainer efficiency. The two-screen setup allows a trainer to administer the simulator on one screen, while a view of the session is run on the second screen. New views of the simulation are part of the enhancement, and include multiple fixed views and free-roaming camera settings that allow the trainer to view the learner’s performance from any angle. The Station is also available as an upgrade for all owners of PRO3 and UG360 Advanced Equipment Simulators. www.immersivetechnologies.com Keep Reading
Baldor Electric Co.: MST Soft Starter
Baldor Electric Co.’s new MST Soft Starter with six SCR three-phase voltage control offers advanced protection for the motor, the soft starter and the load. Available from 7.5 to 1,000 hp at 208 to 575 Vac (volts alternating current), this product is suitable for a wide variety of applications, including pumps, compressors, fans, conveyors, mixers and stirrers. It features programmable torque control, providing a more linear acceleration during start that reduces wear and tear – and during stop, virtually eliminates pump water hammer. It also offers integrated advanced motor protection with current sensing, programmable signal relays, programmable analog output and a built-in keypad interface. MST Digital Soft Starters are available in two styles: The open starter has a small footprint that makes mounting easy, and is loaded with high-end features that improve performance and save energy. The enclosed combination starter combines overcurrent protection and overload protection in a single package. www.baldor.com Keep Reading
