The economics of workplace safety
By R. Todd Swinderman / CEO Emeritus, Martin EngineeringConveyor safety is not a modern trend bred by government regulation; it’s a common-sense idea as old as the first conveyor design. In the modern age, safety is a key fact... Read Full ArticleIGI Private Equity acquires a majority stake in Matec Industries
The Massa-based company is active in the design and construction of plants for the filtration of wastewater from industrial processes... IGI Private Equity, with a co-investment by Private Equity funds managed by Un... Read Full ArticleConcern over slowdown in mineral products sales
A disappointing quarter for UK producers of mineral products raises concerns that widespread cost inflation for raw materials, energy and labour is starting to negatively impact the sector.Demand for mineral products, which includes essen... Read Full ArticleExpert interview: 360-degree service to ensure reliable conveyor operations
Mario Delmaestro, R&D and Service Manager at REMA TIP TOP Middle East, on how the company worldwide integrates project & maintenance for better results in raw materials processing industries. In mining, food and any other raw m... Read Full ArticleAGG PRO and Tesab join forces
Quarrying and recycling specialists Agg Pro have announced that they have been awarded the exclusive distribution rights for Central England, Sou... Read Full ArticleTarmac orders UK's electric mixer truck
Tarmac has placed an order with Renault Trucks for the first battery electric mixer truck in the UK as part of the company’s commitment to net zero.Due to be delivered in Autumn 2022, the electric mixer will be immediately put to wo... Read Full ArticleThe first Liebherr PR 766 Generation 8 dozer arrives in the UK.
The first Liebherr PR 766 Generation 8 dozer has recently arrived on UK shores and has entered service within the Liebherr Rental Ltd fleet. The PR 766 replaces the older version of this model and is now configured with an elevated sprocket design... Read Full ArticleTraxPlus appointment further boosts Rokbak’s North American dealer network
The future is looking bright for customers in the land of the Delta Blues who ‘woke up this morning’ to the news of a new Rokbak dealer covering Mississippi and Louisiana...Rokbak has... Read Full ArticleMPA supports new national #RespectTheWater drowning prevention campaign
The Mineral Products Association (MPA) is urging its members and others in the mineral products sector to actively support the new #RespectTheWater campaign which was launched this week by the National Water Safety Forum (NWSF) on the UN&... Read Full ArticleSolve IMI to represent Metso Outotec’s pumps portfolio in Spain
Metso Outotec has appointed Solve IMI SL as the new local distributor for the Metso Outotec pumps portfolio in Spain, effective July 2022.Solve IMI offers a full scope of Metso Outotec’... Read Full ArticleMPA Launches New Working at Height Resources
In the drive to deliver Vision Zero, MPA's Health & Safety Committee has identified Working at Height as one of 'The Fatal 6'; the high consequence hazards that have been the main cause of fatalities and serious injuries and incidents within t... Read Full ArticleMPA calls for joined up strategy for all minerals
The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has called for a more joined-up approach to all minerals following the publication of the Government’s Critical Minerals Strategy. While not decrying the need for focus on critical minerals where the UK... Read Full ArticleStewart Plant Sales partners with Tesab
Stewart Plant Sales are proud to announce we have secured the distribution rights to the Tesab range across Scotland and the North of England. “Tesab are synonymous with reliability and pro... Read Full ArticleMineral Products Association welcomes new minister’s support for sustainability of all materials
The Mineral Products Association has warmly welcomed the statement by the new BEIS Minister, Jane Hunt on material neutrality. Asked in a written question to promote sustainable building materials, her reply stated:“The Government r... Read Full ArticlePositive outcomes achievable with a joined-up approach – MPA conference
Long-term thinking, early engagement and collaborative working are key to achieving a net zero carbon built environment and affordable, sustainable outcomes for society.That was the recurring theme from speakers at the Mineral Pr... Read Full ArticleRokbak rewards two US representatives with Dealer of the Year accolade
For the first time, Rokbak’s Dealer of the Year award has been split in recognition of volume and market share, with the two winning dealers in Nevada and the Carolinas highlighting the buoyant state of the market throughout North Americ... Read Full ArticleMake the link to an essential, responsible and sustainable industry
The link between mineral products and the countless benefits they bring to the UK economy and everyday life is highlighted in a new campaign package from the MPA.‘... Read Full ArticleHanson shows it support for Pride
Hanson has given a ready-mixed concrete mixer and an aggregates tipper truck a colourful makeover to mark the 50th anniversary of Pride marches in the UK and show its support for the LGBT+ community.The vehicles can be spotted ... Read Full ArticlePuntomaq SA becomes the latest representative of the Metso Outotec distribution network for Bolivia
Puntomaq SA has joined the aggregates community as the latest member of the Metso Outotec distribution network. Puntomaq will represent Metso Outotec’s full range of fixed and mobile equipment, such as Nordtrack™ mobile crushers, scree... Read Full ArticleTarmac orders UK’s first battery electric mixer truck
Tarmac has placed an order with Renault Trucks for the first battery electric mixer truck in the UK as part of the company’s commitment to net zero.Due to be delivered in Autumn 2022, the electric mixer will be immediately put to wo... Read Full Article