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MSHA issues wake-up call on POV

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A recent pattern of violation (POV) enforcement action reminds the industry that the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) has a strong enforcement weapon at its disposal. Keep Reading

Equipment manufacturers have an overall positive outlook for 2023, though some challenges from last year will persist. Photo: Juan-Enrique/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Manufacturers optimistic for 2023 despite challenges

As 2023 gets underway, construction equipment manufacturers are hopeful they can carry their 2022 success into the coming months. Keep Reading

Says Anderson Columbia plant manager Daniel Barrs of the Tejas Quarry: “We’re steady at around 7,000 to 8,000 [tons] a day. We’re shooting for that 2 million-ton mark, but 1.7 million is probably what we’re realistically going to progress to [in 2022]. Every year, we’re getting bigger to implement the next phase of our plant, which would drastically increase our tonnage.” Photo: Daniel Barrs

P&Q Profile: Anderson Columbia’s Daniel Barrs

Daniel Barrs, plant manager of Anderson Columbia’s Tejas Quarry in New Braunfels, Texas, paid P&Q a visit to discuss developments at his operation, industry issues and more. Keep Reading

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Haul truck options for the year ahead

Check out developments from Hyundai, Komatsu, Liebherr and Rokbak that present unique opportunities to aggregate producers. Keep Reading

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The latest in aggregate equipment, technology

Check out advancements from Kleemann, John Deere, Caterpillar and other equipment manufacturers. Keep Reading

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Quarry Faces: December 2022

Take a look back at 2022 industry highlights, including sights from Pit & Quarry’s Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony and Roundtable. Keep Reading

World of Concrete 2023 will take place Jan. 17-19 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Photo: Informa Markets

Loaded industry calendar on tap for 2023

Plenty of conferences, trade shows and state association shows are scheduled for the new year aside from ConExpo-Con/Agg. Keep Reading

Operators should perform a physical assessment of the components of their circuit to identify actual capabilities. Photo: McLanahan Corp.

Three tips to optimize your processing plant

Operators should consider implementing these several critical measures at their processing plants to elevate tons per hour. Keep Reading

Material buildup is a common source of conveyor belt tracking issues. Photo: Luff Industries

Solutions to common tracking problems with conveyors

Most belt tracking issues can be solved by adjusting pulleys and rollers or improving system design with the right parts and accessories. Keep Reading

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