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Opportunities for the UK Construction Sector in South Africa
According to a report released by the UK Trade & Investment, British construction firms are being encouraged to take advantage of the multi billion pound infrastructure opportunities in South Africa. The report, titled ‘Building South Africa: Opportunities for the UK Construction Sector’, highlights infrastructure opportunities in both the public and private sectors stemming from the Government’s £33billion infrastructure plans and events like... [more]
Caterpillar unveils electric drive mining trucks
In the late 1960s Caterpillar was one of the first manufacturers to commercialize electric-drive trucks but elected to focus its design and development efforts on mechanical drive. With advances in AC drive technology, coupled with proven components and technologies from existing Caterpillar products, the company concluded it was the appropriate time to make electric drive available to its customers as a complement to its highly successful mechan... [more]
Reduced emissions and increased performance for the new Caterpillar 785D Mining Truck
Caterpillar's new 785D Mining Truck incorporates new features to boost performance and reliability, reduce engine emissions and enhance safety. The improvements also focus on component commonality to keep parts stocking and maintenance simple. The 785D builds on more than 20 years of proven performance for the 785 model. The 785D target payload ranges from 142 to 155 tons (129 to 141 metric tons) depending on the specific configuration. The ra... [more]
DEUTZ unveils telematics system for the remote monitoring of engines
DEUTZ has unveiled a new telematics system for the remote monitoring of engines and fleet management. The system uses satellite tracking technology to send engine and machine data to a central server that can then be accessed by DEUTZ customers. Data on the current condition of the engine and the equipment it powers, such as coolant, oil and fuel levels, can be constantly and reliably monitored. This data can be read and evaluated on an Inter... [more]
Michelin to provide and maintain tyres for Komatsu trucks at China Coal Pingshuo
China's leading producer of coal from open-cast mines (73 million tonnes in 2007), China Coal Pingshuo has contracted Michelin to provide and maintain 53/80R63 tyres for the Komatsu 930E trucks that it operates in the mine. The leader in the Chinese market for giant 63-inch tyres, Michelin had previously signed a tyre supply contract with Pingshuo in May 2007. In May 2008, the same customer chose Michelin as its 2007 Supplier of the Year from ... [more]
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World Construction Aggregates
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Granite Hill Quarry Commences Production: Erdene Receives Minimum 2012 Royalty
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA-- - Erdene Resource Development Corp. , is pleased to announce that it has received notice from Aggregates USA LLC , the lessee and operator of the Company's Granite Hill construction aggregate property, that they commenced commercial production in January from the quarry located ...
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FRONTPAGE Stop quarries, mining here
Suspension of all mining operations in Negros Oriental stays, according to Gov. Roel Degamo until an assessment report by concerned agencies favors the lifting of his directive which was issued as an offshoot of typhoon Sendong.
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SPARTA -- A proposed quarry near Lake Grinnell may soon take another step forward if the Township Council votes in favor of amending the master plan to allow the property to be rezoned for economic development.
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Information sought on Vulcan operations in 15 states
The U.S. Department of Justice is seeking additional information on Vulcan Materials Co.'s operations in regard to Martin Marietta's $4.8 billion hostile takeover bid of the company.
