Aggregates Manager Digital Magazine
Issue link: https://read.dmtmag.com/i/107584
On Our Cover: Cemex's Balcones Quarry in New Braunfels, Texas. Cover photo by Kerry Clines. 15 Visual inspection and lubrication of dredges is critical for safety, environmental, and immediate operational concerns. 11 Metso's new Lokotrack ST2.4 mobile screen features an optimized hydraulic design and state-of-the-art control system. CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2013 VOLUME 18, NUMBER 2 FEATURE ARTICLES 15 Proper Dredge Maintenance Yields Higher Profits Four key tasks should be part of a dredge maintenance plan to help ensure long-term operation. 25 Putting Core Values First When Cemex looked for ways to improve company performance, it turned to six core values determined by its employees. 32Taking it Underground An underground aggregate mine is a unique operation, requiring the use of some unique equipment. WEB EXCLUSIVES Visit www.aggman.com for expanded editorial coverage. Efficient Drilling and Blasting Canadian contractor finds success with fuel-efficient and accurate equipment. OPERATIONS ILLUSTRATED Frac Sand 101 19 Best practices for producing frac sand. COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS 3 4 6 9 11 EDITORIAL A sobering challenge to safety. 31 34 DATA MINING The latest financial analysis of issues impacting in the industry. 37 38 40 AGGBEAT The latest information on niche aggregate markets, and other industry news. STATE AND PROVINCE NEWS A roundup of the latest news in North America. SAFETY WATCH Remain vigilant about your work environment, even during everyday tasks. ROLLOUTS Polydeck Screen's new Armadex line of screen media and other new equipment for the aggregate market. ROCK LAW Drug testing and workplace investigations will be impacted by state ballot initiatives and NRLB decisions. ADVERTISER INDEX See who's who and where to find their products. CLASSIFIED ADS Aggregate industry classifieds. CARVED IN STONE When it comes to the rock used to build this wall, you might just need some education.