Tag: trucking
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Overhauling Haul Road Maintenance: Finding New Ways to Increase Efficiency and Safety through Haul Truck Customizations
You’ve probably heard the old saying, ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away.’ But what about ‘good haul road maintenance keeps risks and expenses at bay?’ While the phrase might be less catchy – the concept is not. This week’s Blog discusses how making a few changes today can boost your ROI and operational…
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Between the Road and the Load: Calculate True Capacity Before Buying Your Next Trailer
A trailer is never just a trailer. It can be manufactured to many different specifications, with multiple raw material options, dozens of load and geographical considerations, various top speed requirements, and hundreds of possible axle configurations coming into play. This week’s Blog from Talbert Manufacturing takes a deep dive into how to best calculate the…
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Rear Eject Bodies Boost Productivity and Safety
While many warnings are well heeded, others are treated as guidelines that can be challenged, especially when there’s an opportunity to increase production and profits. This week’s Blog from Philippi-Hagenbuch, Inc. looks at ways rear eject bodies can help maximize production without the need for risky techniques or endangering workers.
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Caterpillar Autonomously Hauls More than 1 Billion Tonnes of Material with Cat® Command for Hauling in Less than a Year
Cat Command is marking a major milestone! Trucks equipped with Cat® MineStar™ Command for hauling have autonomously moved more than 1 billion tonnes of material in less than a year. This week’s Blog takes a look at what Cat MineStar technology brings the job site, and what it may mean for your operations.
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In for the Long Haul – The Importance of Mine Site Trailer Efficiency and Preparedness
For mining, efficiency means profitability, and is based in the equipment that ties it all together. This is especially true for trailers, a vital piece of equipment for any operation, no matter the size. This week’s Blog from Philippi-Hagenbuch looks at the various lowboy options available, and how different choices can impact your operation’s overall…
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In It for the Long Haul
On the surface, it may appear as though truck bodies don’t deviate much from one design to another, but that cannot be further from the truth. This week’s Blog discusses what you need to keep in mind to help increase payload, decrease downtime, and get the highest lifespan on your trucks.