Archive for October 2021

Says Trimble's Karl Lemke: "Adding a skill may cost you $10,000 for a loader, but you just spent $250,000 for that loader. So, $10,000 to make that loader more efficient – what does that cost you? Photo: Trimble

Five minutes with Trimble’s Karl Lemke

October 29, 2021 By P&Q Staff

Trimble’s Karl Lemke discusses supply shortages, the state of the aggregate industry and how producers are approaching technology solutions in a P&Q-exclusive visit.

How to formulate a game plan for MSHA special investigations

October 29, 2021 By Margo Lopez and Bill Doran

With anecdotal evidence of an uptick in Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) special investigations, it’s prudent to review procedures and best practices.

Goodfellow Corp. promotes two to vice president

October 28, 2021 By Jack Kopanski

Chris Baron and Bryce Childs, who have nearly 40 years of experience combined, were named Goodfellow Corp.’s vice presidents of sales and operations, respectively.

Following Terex Truck's rebrand to Rokbak, the company debuted two new trucks at two UK trade shows. Photo: Rokbak

Rokbak’s new trucks make first UK show appearances

October 28, 2021 By Jack Kopanski

After Terex Trucks rebranded as Rokbak in September, the newly-named company debuted two new trucks at trade shows in Northern Ireland and England.

A series of air cannons can be programmed to deliver precisely-timed operation for maximum benefit. (Photo: Martin Engineering)

How flow aids can help conveyor operation

October 28, 2021 By Edited by Kevin Yanik

Innovative flow aid solutions are available to resolve some of the most pesky material handling dilemmas in conveyor operations.

Photo: Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions

Sandvik Rock Processing Solutions mobile crushers, screens

October 28, 2021 By PQ Sponsor

Utilizing Sandvik’s renowned, proven technology and smart process solutions, such as My Fleet remote monitoring, our equipment is designed to increase operational efficiency, optimize productivity and maximize uptime.

The GrizzlyDrive oil cooler is for conditioning and circulation. Photo: P&Q Staff

What MINExpo delivered in conveying, material handling

October 27, 2021 By Kevin Yanik

MINExpo International 2021 provided a forum for equipment suppliers to showcase their latest conveying and material handling wares. See what you missed.

PPI Spring Impact Roll

October 27, 2021 By PQ Sponsor

The Spring Impact Roll is the newest addition to PPI’s impact product line. The springs form a trough providing total belt contact with no roll gaps, adjusting and flexing as materials are loaded on the belt.

George Reddin, Rob Mineo and Kevin Yanik. Photo: P&Q Staff

Factors that fueled M&A activity in 2021

October 26, 2021 By Kevin Yanik and Carly Bemer

Four key events produced an environment this year that was extremely conducive to merger and acquisition activity in the construction materials space. FMI Capital Advisors leaders explain.