Conveyor equipment expert PROK held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its specialist manufacturing facility in Salt Lake City, Utah on January 24. The site will manufacture PROK HDPE, a high-tech composite roller featuring groundbreaking visual wear-indicator technology – a world-first in the industry. “PROK HDPE has redefined conveyor roller maintenance practices, offering enhanced efficiency and cost-effectiveness for mining operations globally,” noted…
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Eriez names Alpha Industrial as new rep
Eriez has selected Alpha Industrial and Mining Supplies as its new sales representative agency for the northern Ontario, Canada region. Its new partner is based in Lively, Ontario, and provides equipment for heavy and mining industry applications. Under the teaming, Alpha’s Jamie Osborne will assume the position as Eriez’ key account contact. Bill Dudenhoefer, regional sales director for North America,…
Read MoreMajority of U.S.-produced met coal now MCPA represented
The Metallurgical Coal Producers Association (MCPA) has revealed that a majority of the nation’s metallurgical coal produced annually – about 55% – is now represented by the group. While MCPA is a regional association representing Appalachian producers, coal tonnage by its members is all mined within a four-state region: Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. The MCPA recently welcomed Blackhawk…
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