Tag: operations

Noise will vary depending on the type of screen media operators select. Photo: Polydeck

Seven ways to simplify screen media selection

October 17, 2022 By

Operators should take these safety measures into consideration when pondering the plethora of screen media options available to them.

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L&H Industrial's new tramp release system can be retrofitted onto legacy equipment. Photo: L&H Industrial

L&H Industrial introduces tramp-release system

October 11, 2022 By

The company’s latest tramp-release system minimizes the risk of tramp damaging crushers, and it can be retrofitted onto legacy equipment.

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Although aggregate producers have historically hidden behind their berms, Bond Construction Corp.’s Karen Hubacz says operations should be out in front of their communities and promoting the good they do. Photo: P&Q Staff

How to build a more ‘sustainable’ aggregate industry

August 29, 2022 By

2022 Pit & Quarry Roundtable participants discussed sustainability as an opportunity, including educating the public about the industry’s role in society.

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Breakers can be mounted to a mobile carrier like an excavator, as well as to stationary boom systems attached to crushing equipment. Photo: P&Q Staff

Simplifying hydraulic breaker selection for your operation

August 11, 2022 By

Aggregate producers must consider a variety of factors when exploring potential options in hydraulic breakers.

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Tsurumi Pump hires operations manager

August 3, 2022 By

Michelle Ciric joins Tsurumi Pump as North America operations manager with 10 years of experience in distribution, warehouse and supply chain operations.

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Manufacturers can recommend whether a horizontal (pictured) or inclined screen is best for an aggregate operation. Photo: McLanahan Corp.

How to successfully set up vibrating screens

July 13, 2022 By

Presenting ways aggregate producers can determine the proper screen size, the right number of decks and which media to use.

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New Granite operation nearly ready in Utah

June 14, 2022 By

Granite Construction expects to start production at a brand-new aggregate facility outside of Salt Lake City next month.

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Vulcan Materials reacts as Mexican operation suspended

May 6, 2022 By

The company released a statement about the suspension of limestone quarrying activities in Quintana Roo following a government shutdown order.

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Goodfellow Corp. promotes two to vice president

October 28, 2021 By

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.

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