General Kinematics, an Illinois-based vibratory equipment manufacturer and system integrator, has partnered with Mine Resource Group (MRG), an Indiana-based aggregate equipment, parts and service supplier. The partnership strategically allows General Kinematics to further increase its ability to readily service customers in the aggregate and mining industries. With several decades of experience servicing aggregate industry customers with equipment, on-site services, consulting,…
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Drilling into the details
Call it a merger of strengths. A 2022 acquisition of the Cannon product line by J.H. Fletcher from Lakeshore/Trident left the OEM with a rich portfolio for multiple applications. It is now merging the designs to become better than ever. By Donna Schmidt When an OEM grows its line-up through an acquisition, it is generally great news for the company…
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A case study on high-capacity dewatering implementation to ensure uninterrupted operations for surface mines. In surface mining, efficient and reliable dewatering is essential for both safety and operational success. It ensures improved working conditions, enhances geotechnical stability and boosts overall efficiency for the mining operations. This was the case at a mining complex in the Midwest, said to contain 1.3…
Read MoreRamping up the savings
Dyno Nobel’s DynoConsult team and electronic detonators recently helped bring a midwestern North American coal mining customer savings of more than $100,000 per ramp shot as it implemented a new ramp design. Optimized blast timing can certainly lead to savings – but $100,000 per ramp shot? According to a recent customer study, it is possible, and it is already leading…
Read MoreDyno Nobel launches shock-resistant electronic detonators
Dyno Nobel continues to expand its electronic detonator line with its new DigiShot XR series designed with extreme shock resistance. The series includes three detonators: DigiShot XR, DigiShot Plus XR, and DigiShot Plus XRS. Dyno Nobel’s new detonators improve upon the industry’s current offerings with tailored technologies built to perform in extreme conditions. In high-dynamic shock environments where detonator failure…
Read MoreForce Control unveils HYDRASTOP brakes
Force Control Industries has introduced a new line of Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA)-compliant thruster brakes under the brand name HYDRASTOP. The spring-set, electrohydraulic thruster-released brakes are now available for 6- to 13-inch drums only with plans to develop larger drum sizes and a complete disc brake series. In addition to the mining application, specifically draglines and conveyors, thruster…
Read MorePetro-Canada opens lid on full synthetic heavy-duty oil
Petro-Canada Lubricants, an HF Sinclair brand, is introducing DURON UHP 10W-30, an ultra-high performance full synthetic heavy-duty diesel engine oil designed to meet the demands of modern heavy-duty engines and is ideal for fleets. The low viscosity engine oil delivers up to 1% improved fuel economy compared to an SAE 15W-40, helping fleets cut costs and reduce their total cost…
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