WEEKLY REPORT

What the most successful equipment dealers do right

Equipment distributors discuss a key variable that separates the winners from the losers in this challenging business environment.

Dodge Momentum Index reaches 14-year high

Equipment sales still going strong across the industry

Despite issues with materials pricing, availability and the workforce, the industry’s dealers are optimistic about the road ahead.

Safe, smart and sustainable mining solutions

Today's mines are under more pressure than ever. You're asked to increase productivity and reduce costs, while also improving safety and minimizing your environmental footprint. Michelin Better Mining can help. Our team can work with you to discover your objectives, goals and ambitions, then customize a proven portfolio of products, support, services and solutions.

Great Lakes limestone trade up slightly last month

The Lake Carriers’ Association says shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes totaled 3.8 million tons in June, with the U.S. outperforming Canada.

Major expands its customer service, sales teams

Report: Construction backlog, confidence down

The Associated Builders & Contractors says its Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index both slipped last month.

Stedman Test Center Helps North Carolina Mine Select the Right Mill

The right crusher is crucial for quality size reduction. A NC mine needed a cage mill to provide a standardized particle size. Stedman’s testing and toll crushing facility evaluated their limestone needs to offer the best equipment and operation.

Tidewater Equipment opens new location

The Case Construction Equipment dealer opened a new service location in Enterprise, Alabama, to provide sales, services and jobs.

For the most extreme conditions, you need a motor that performs at its best

With cast iron frames, condition monitoring capability, and off-the-shelf options, Baldor-Reliance Severe Duty XT motors help keep your business moving, safely and reliably.

Gingrich on diesel’s future in America

Former House speaker Newt Gingrich discussed the current energy environment and drew comparisons between the Biden administration’s interest in electric and the Carter administration's pursuit of solar 40-plus years ago.

How Luck Stone’s Rockville Plant sets a safety tone

Evaluating the cost of fabricated parts

While a fabricated component may seem to make sense to lower costs, minor imperfections could result in damage and downtime.

Successfully setting up vibrating screens

Presenting ways aggregate producers can determine the proper screen size, the right number of decks and which media to use.

Managing Reactive Ground in Blasting

This paper investigates unexpected, highly reactive ground conditions, recently experienced at a large, open-pit zinc mine. It includes recommended actions and information on identifying and mitigating risks when dealing with reactive ground.

Dealers electrifying their on-road fleets

What to watch as the rest of 2022 unfolds