Aggregates Manager

ROLLOUTS High-volume water tank Philippi-Hagenbuch says its line of HiVol Water Tanks, designed to optimize capacity and enhance travel safety, is fully customiz- able to fit any off-highway articulated or rigid-frame truck. The tanks are engineered to maximize the truck's capabilities with capacities ranging up to 60,000 gallons. An insulated version of the tank is available for cold-weather climates. Write 52 on reader card. Abrasion-resistant wear liners ASGCO's Armorite wear liners are made out of abrasion-resistant, modular, high-wear material designed to handle tough, hard-rock mining. The wear liners can be used to line belts, feeders, grizzlies, chutes, and bin impact areas. Armorite is a combination of high chromium and molybdenum white iron, metallurgically bonded to a mild steel backing that cushions the white iron, enabling it to withstand impact. It is weldable with minimal preparation. Write 53 on reader card. Oscillating screening bucket Write 54 on reader card. Drilling-grade teeth Paladin's new drilling-grade, carbide, conical Strata teeth are de- The VTN Rotobec SB screening bucket screens material with an oscillating movement. Screens are mounted longitudinally inside the bucket and are offered in a wide variety of sizes. Screen opening sizes range from 1 to 4 inches and can be changed quickly for applications requiring multiple screen sizes. Three models are available and will fit excavators ranging from 14 to 45 tons, as well as wheel loaders. signed to withstand tough drilling conditions. All Strata series teeth use proprietary grade carbide developed specifically for vertical drill- ing applications. The specific grade of tungsten carbide uses a same- size, same-shape grain structure and is said to allow a very uniform pattern free of impurities. The company says most customers are seeing up to a 40-percent increase in linear drill footage production, as well as an increase in the life cycle of the teeth. Write 55 on reader card. Extended simulator training Immersive Technologies released the Cat 795F AC Mining Truck Conversion Kit for simulators, including Pro3. Through an exclusive agreement with Caterpillar, Immersive Technologies collaborated with Cat engineers in the development of the kit to achieve a high level of accuracy and training effectiveness. Write 56 on reader card. AGGREGATES MANAGER October 2012 11

• Cover Page
• Information Library - Educational materials for aggregate industry professionals
• EDITORIAL: Romancing the Stone
• AGGBEAT: The latest information on the future of highway funding, and other industry news.
• STATE AND PROVINCE NEWS: A roundup of the latest news in North America.
• SAFETY WATCH: Define boundaries and establish clear communication standards for miners within a workzone.
• FEATURE- Main Highlights MSHA Milestones: During our recent conversation, Joe Main touted MSHAs work wih aggregate associations to bring about safety improvements.
• ROLLOUTS: McCloskeys R230 mobile screener and other new equipment for the aggregate market.
• FEATURE- Opening Its Doors: Through a variety of community relations programs, Silvi Group Strives to be an asset to the communities in which it operates.
• OPERATIONS ILLUSTRATED: Alternative Energy Sources- Finding alternative sources of energy makes sense from an enviromental and a financial viewpoint.
• FEATURE- Maintenance Guide for Air Classifiers: A service technician should check these 10 items to help identify and fix problems with air classifiers.
• FEATURE- The Big Boys of Crushing: These extra-large cruushers, with production capacities of 700 tons per hour or greater, are not for the faint of heart.
• ROCK LAW: Sixth Circuit overrides Secretary of Labor on temporary reinstatement of terminated miners.
• DATA MINING: The latest financial analysis of issues impacting in the industry.
• Classified ADS: Aggregate industry classifieds.
• ADVERTISER INDEX: See whos who and where to find their products.
• CARVED IN STONE: It is important to know how much aggregate will swell when It is excavated in order to determine hauling and stockpiling requirements.