New Purdue technologies to extract, purify critical rare earth metals could be a ‘game changer’ to advance, protect vital electronics
WEST LAFAYETTE, IN – The production of rare earth metals is a global $4 billion annual market that continues to grow as new electronics, computerized engines for aircraft, warships, electric automobiles, magnets and other critical products are developed that need rare earth metals to perform. The value of the products that require rare earth metals […]
Komatsu commits to supporting Feeding America® as national partner in COVID-19 response efforts
CHICAGO, IL — More than 37 million Americans face hunger each year and as the COVID-19 pandemic pushes an additional 17 million Americans into food insecurity, Komatsu’s North American business units are partnering with Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization, to donate up to $250,000 to support the organization’s work. “The hunger crisis […]
Central Europe gets its first two Metso truck bodies into operation
Exactly one year after the launch of the Metso truck body at the BAUMA 2019 fair, the first two Komatsu HD605-8 dump trucks equipped with Metso truck bodies have been delivered to a porphyry quarry in Brabant Wallon, Belgium, by Metso distributor BIA Group. These are the first Metso truck bodies taken into operation in […]
Midwestern Industries materials testing lab optimizes screening productivity for EOL rubber tire material recovery
Ensuring optimal and sustainable screening equipment processes and productivity is vital for a vast range of processing industries. When investing in expensive capital screening equipment, therefore, it is critical to remove any guess work. Conducting advanced screening testing prior to this investment can provide end-users with essential quantitative data to protect their investment. This is […]
BOMAG launches enhanced 600-HP class cold planers
RIDGEWAY, SC — BOMAG recently reintroduced its field-proven 600-hp-class (440-kW) BOMAG BM 2200/60 cold planer with a Tier 4 Final (Stage V) engine and multiple productivity enhancing design advancements. The reengineered milling chamber improves the robustness and design of the front material depressor, resulting in increased performance, lower wear and longer component life. A new […]
Urban demolition project uses atomized mist to comply with dust regulations
A Colorado demolition firm with a reputation for environmental stewardship on complex large-scale projects has successfully complied with strict urban dust suppression regulations throughout a sensitive 18-month demolition project, from structural implosion to site clearing. Using two atomized misting cannons to control dust created by the takedown, Colorado Cleanup Corporation (CCC) was able to demolish […]
New CAT® 313 and 313GC deliver high performance
Caterpillar launches two new 13-ton class Next Generation excavator models – the Cat® 313 and 313 GC – with new features that elevate machine performance, increase efficiencies and lower owning and operating costs. The new 313 excavator boasts increased power and a range of standard Cat technologies designed to boost operator efficiencies by up to […]
How much paid leave can employees take?
Many Americans affected by the coronavirus outbreak will benefit from new workplace protections and relief offered by the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. If you work for a private employer with fewer than 500 employees and are in one of the situations described below, you may be eligible for paid sick leave and/or paid family […]
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