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Aggregate and Mining Group Mine and Quarry Equipment Demolition Equipment Hydraulic Hammers Mobile Rock Breakers Rockbreaker Systems Demolition Attachments Underground Utility Equipment Astec Industries, Inc. [ ] Breaker Technology Thornbury, Ontario, Canada Walkerton, Ontario, Canada Riverside, California, USA Solon, Ohio, USA Breaker Technology (BTI) has expanded upon its 50 years of global experience in manufacturing and support services to the mining, construction, aggregate and demolition industries. The rapid growth in mining and mineral related projects globally has been matched by our recent increase in capacity of our equipment and personnel at BTI's main manufacturing facility in Thornbury, Ontario, Canada. This expanded capability has led to the development of several innovative mobile equipment and stationary boom systems for rock breaking and mine support that are gaining industry accolades for their safety and productivity benefits. The newly launched high velocity control 'Smart Boom' has a fly by wire computer assisted programmable system that seamlessly provides assisted boom operation for increased boom speeds and extended duty life cycles by reducing shock loading. A true game changer, the HVC 'Smart Boom' heralds a new generation of highly efficient and user friendly rock breaker boom systems, that are sure to delight new and old customers alike. BTI has gained significant traction within the highly competitive underground mining industry with its unparalleled mobile support vehicle fleet. Leading the way is our newly reengineered RMS 18 (Mechanical Scaler), which is setting new standards in safety and comfort. The mechanized scaler's core benefit is superior scaling coverage while removing potentially dangerous loose rock from mineshaft walls and ceilings. energy [infrastructure] [mining] Breaker Technology headquarters in Thornbury, Ontario, Canada. 8 BTI's LP 15 Boom Lift. 2011 Astec Industries, Inc. Annual Report MRXT Pedestal Rockbreaker Systems have a 24 to 36 foot reach and a breaking range of 4,000 to 8,500 feet per pound.