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Tips to better manage direct-drive motors
Hydraulic direct drives are engineered for longevity, but preventive maintenance is often overlooked for this type of equipment until it is too late. Bosch Rexroth's Timothy McCrea explains. Keep Reading
Considerations to make when sizing pumps
Producers must weigh a variety of factors – some of which they might not initially consider – when selecting a pump for their operation. Keep Reading
Haul truck developments you might have missed
Among the latest developments in hauling are John Deere's E-II articulated dump trucks, Caterpillar's 725 articulated truck, and an autonomous electric hauler from Volvo Autonomous Solutions. Keep Reading
10 tips to maximize the life of an articulated dump truck
When considering their next articulated dump truck purchase, producers must ensure they have the proper size planned and that it correctly matches the machine loading it. Keep Reading
How Nels Ostero keeps aggregate all in the family
A family-oriented, third-generation Canadian quarry operation keeps its commitment to quality through changing seasons. Keep Reading
Producers, suppliers adapting on the fly successfully
The FAST Act extension was good news for the industry, AMCAST's Vinnie Rocco writes. But finding a long-term solution will be an uphill battle, as the U.S. may be facing COVID-related legislative delays well into 2021. Keep Reading
How Colorado’s aggregate producers are faring these days
Todd Ohlheiser, executive director of the Colorado Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, discusses the state of the aggregate industry in the Centennial State. Keep Reading
How North Carolina’s aggregate producers are faring
Jay Stem, executive director of the North Carolina Aggregates Association, discusses the state of the aggregate industry in the Tar Heel State – and more – with P&Q. Keep Reading
Doing more with less the 2020 recipe for success
In a year that presented numerous obstacles, aggregate producers found quick cost-saving measures in existing operations and ran lean to bring down their cost per ton, writes Rock Machinery's Bryant Fazer. Keep Reading
