Aggregates Manager Digital Magazine
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27 Nordberg LL Series mobile conveyors, from Metso, can follow a primary as it moves along a quarry face. On Our Cover: Nearly three of four operators say they expect positive business ratings during 2014. Cover photo from Shutterstock. 9 Caterpillar introduces a Tier 4 Final version of its 966 wheel loader. CONTENTS JANUARY 2014 VOLUME 19, NUMBER 1 FEATURE ARTICLES 22 A Spring of Hope? While most operators don't expect to be dazzled, most anticipate favorable business ratings for 2014. 27 Rock and Roll Conveyors offer a cost-effective way to move material throughout an operation. WEB EXCLUSIVES Visit www.aggman.com for expanded editorial coverage. An Australian recycling plant crushes energy concerns as it achieves a nearly fourfold increase in production — while slashing the cost per ton nearly in half. OPERATIONS ILLUSTRATED 19 Dump Point Safety While dumping from highwalls may be the quickest way to put unwanted material back into the pit, be sure to do so safely. TOC_AGRM0114.indd 1 COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS 3 5 9 15 30 32 35 36 EDITORIAL Cap Ex and ConExpo. STATE AND PROVINCE NEWS A roundup of the latest news in North America. ROLLOUTS Terex Finlay offers a fuel-efficient horizontal crushing option, and other new equipment for the aggregate market. DATA MINING The latest financial analysis of issues impacting in the industry. ROCK LAW MSHA's first enforcement measures for POV leave more unanswered questions. CLASSIFIED ADS Aggregate industry classifieds. ADVERTISER INDEX See who's who and where to find their products. CARVED IN STONE Get your kicks on a scenic tour or the aggregate industry's impact along Route 66. 12/13/13 9:15 AM