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33 AGGREGATES MANAGER April 2015 EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT Grimm stresses that these types of inspections can be pains- taking and time-consuming, while often placing the inspector in perilous positions on lifts, or under the machine itself. Wire rope can also be very costly to replace. As a result, inspections may not be conducted as often as they should be — leading to potential hazards. "The hydraulic systems on the telescoping radial stackers are far simpler to maintain; however they do require routine maintenance that includes monitoring fluid levels and cleanliness, changing oil filters, and checking for potential leaks," Grimm says. Ever-changing technologies Grimm says that conveyor technology is al- ways changing, and always being fine-tuned. "The mast-type stacker was far more common decades ago. That was when wire rope was used in all kinds of equipment — such as the early bulldozers — a time before the advent of hydraulic technology, which is safer and more reliable," he says. Unlike the fabrication of yesteryear, Grimm says, "Today's telescoping radial stacking conveyors meet the criteria of safety, performance, and ease of maintenance. They are PLC-controlled, automated systems that significantly streamline material handling functions and are designed with key standard safety features at the forefront." AM Article courtesy of Superior Industries. WITH GREAT POWER, COMES GREAT VERSATILITY Topcon's new GLS-2000 is equipped with ultra high speed scanning that provides time saving benefits without compromising accuracy. With a scan range of over 350 meters, a full-dome 360° x 270° field-of-view, and a simple one-touch operation, the GLS-2000 is a rugged and versatile tool that enables you to capture accurate 3D data in all your challenging work environments, across all your applications. The GLS-2000 is an industry-leading scanner that no serious practitioner should be without. topconpositioning.com CIVIL INFASTRUCTURE PROCESS, POWER & PLANT Mining & Aggregates BUILDING CONSTRUCTION (BIM) An automated telescoping radial stacker can create high-volume, fully desegregated stockpiles in an assortment of configurations.