Aggregates Manager Digital Magazine
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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS FEATURE ARTICLES 21 Effective Water Management A proactive approach to water management can reduce consumption and lower costs. OPERATIONS ILLUSTRATED Pre- and post-fl ight inspections help to ensure that a drone will perform as expected during its fl ight. KCM Corp. rolls out its Tier 4 Final version of the 80Z7 wheel loader. 12 Six Sigma Drilling and Blasting A steady management approach to drilling and blasting can help operators lower their costs and achieve better fragmentation. 28 Your Eye in the Sky Drones 101: A primer to help you avoid common mistakes, improve maintenance, and store your drone between uses. 35 Crisp Conveying The right accessories and equipment help to ensure smooth transportation of aggregate throughout your operation. 3 Editorial Presidential priorities: how they may affect you. 4 Data Mining The latest fi nancial analysis of issues impacting in the industry and Aggregates Manager's exclusive aggregates industry outlook. 6 State and Province News A roundup of the latest news in North America. 8 RollOuts Komatsu's new PC650LC-11 hydraulic excavator, and other new equipment for the aggregates market. 39 Rock Law When it comes to berm requirements, the case law is sometimes contradictory. Learn when berms may and may not be required. 42 Advertiser Index See who's who and where to fi nd their products. 43 Classifi ed Ads Aggregate industry classifi eds. 44 Carved in Stone Aggregates and the environment: Like hydroponic sys- tems, gravel and aggregate cultures have created alterna- tive options for plant growth. PAGE 28 PAGE 8 On Our Cover: A high-quality blast begins with planning. Cover photo courtesy of Shutterstock. MARCH 2017 | VOLUME 22, NUMBER 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS