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Something Old Is Something New!!
You have in your hands the first edition of our new single section format! After a long (Read: Decades) affiliation with the same printer, we made a decision to change printers this month. Part of our selection process left us with an option to combine our two sections into one larger one — still at the same
page count as other recent editions. This new format offers us a little more flexibility on the layout and MORE importantly — gives us a quicker turn-around from deadline day to distribution.
In the OLD old days, this process used to take a week and a half. More recently, it’s been about a 72-hour turn-around. However, from this day forward, our printed editions will be labelled and delivered to Canada Post within about 48 hours of going to press. It’s a big step for the paper. You’ll also notice some familiar faces have moved around a bit. For example, the
Foreman Equipment ad has been on the front of Section Two since the early 1980s, when John Foreman and my mother, Kathy Watson, arranged for the ad to go on what was THEN a brand new 2nd section. We are grateful that they’ve graciously accepted a new position on page 3.
Veldt Parts, formerly of our Section 1 back page, is now on page 23. Velocity Truck Centre is neatly placed on the back page, as usual. No doubt the paper will evolve in terms of which ads go where month-to-month, but as we’ve done for over 55 years, we’ll continue to provide the latest and best in the way of new and used equipment and industry news.
In other news, coming soon for PAID subscribers: we are adding a number of exciting new upgrades to our website, which will be avail-
able to logged-in readers. Features in the works include saved searches, regionalized listing prioritization, and a MASSIVE breakthrough in how you’ll be able to search for equipment on our site. You’ll have to watch these pages and our website over the next month or two to learn more. Come see us at the Nisku Energy Show or the APNA Truck show and we’ll give you a sneak peek at our new technology.
Lastly, we appreciate you mentioning the Supply Post or SupplyPost.com by name when making inquiries on equipment and parts. There’s lots of options these days, and we’re glad you use this 55year- old paper and our website to do your business. SP
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Frontline Machinery Launches Frontline Washing Systems
The new Washing Systems division from Frontline Machinery combines dedicated washing expertise, modular system design, and a national service footprint to help Canadian operators reduce disposal costs, recover value, and lower barriers to entry.
Frontline Machinery has launched Frontline Washing Systems, a specialized division built to help Canadian operators take control of rising excess-soil and slurry costs with practical, scalable washing solutions and local support.
The launch comes as construction, aggregates, waste, and environmental projects across Canada face mounting pressure from rising hauling costs, tightening landfill and fill capacity, and increasing compliance demands. For many operators, excess soil and slurry are no longer just a disposal issue. They are a growing cost centre that can affect margins, schedules, and long-term site economics.
While soil and slurry washing technology is proven in international markets, Canada has remained under-
served. The challenge has not been whether the technology works. The challenge has been access to the specialized expertise, responsive service, and long-term support needed to make washing a practical option for Canadian operations.
and material recovery technologies, including soil washing, long before the category gained traction in Canada.
“We realized we needed to bring this technology into Canada and make it accessible, not just to one or two companies, but to the broader market,” said Daryl Todd, President of Frontline Washing Systems. “If it is not accessible, it is not going to help solve the problem we have on our hands in Canada.”
Frontline Washing Systems was created to close that gap. That conviction was shaped in part by years of watching European operators adopt advanced recycling
The new division gives Canadian operators access to dedicated washing expertise backed by Frontline Machinery’s established national support network. Its focus is clear: help customers reduce dependence on disposal, recover usable material, and build a more cost-effective path forward with systems designed around real operating conditions.
Frontline Washing Systems offers modular, scalable washing solutions that lower the barrier to entry for operators looking to bring washing into their business. Rather than forcing customers into large, fixed installations from day one, Frontline Washing Systems provides a more flexible starting point with systems that can be matched to current volumes, site requirements, and recovery goals, then expanded over time as needs grow. The result is a more practical path into washing and a stronger foundation for long-term site economics.
“Our focus is on giving Canadian operators a better way forward in a market where hauling, disposal, and material handling costs are only getting harder to manage,” said Martin Anderton, Managing Director of Frontline Washing Systems. “This is not about adding another product line. It is about building a specialized capability around a category that now demands more attention, more expertise, and more support.”
Anderton previously led Frontline Machinery’s Major Projects group and now oversees Frontline Washing Systems’ project delivery, technical teams, and service strategy.
Backed by Frontline Machinery’s service footprint, Frontline Washing Systems supports customers through three Canadian locations and employees based in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec. That reach gives customers access to local, hands-on support from project planning through commissioning, service, parts, and long-term optimization.
“This market needs more than equipment availability,”
Anderton added. “It needs a team that understands washing applications, understands the cost pressures customers are under, and can support these systems in the field over the long haul. That is exactly why Frontline Washing Systems exists.”
With Frontline Washing Systems, Frontline Machinery is making a clear investment in a category that is becoming more important to Canadian industry. As operators look for smarter ways to reduce waste, recover value, and improve project economics, Frontline Washing Systems is positioned to bring specialized washing
support to a market that has been ready for it.
For more information, visit frontlinewashing.com.
About Frontline Machinery
Frontline Machinery supplies heavy equipment and support solutions to the aggregates, mining, construction, recycling, and environmental sectors across Canada. Through Frontline Washing Systems, the company is expanding its specialized support for soil and slurry washing applications. SP
Source: Frontline Washing Systems
New 6040 Mining Shovel From Caterpillar
Building on a legacy of trusted performance, the new 400-tonne-class Cat 6040 next generation hydraulic mining shovel is designed to help customers address these challenges through productivity enhancing features, durability upgrades and system improvements that increase efficiency.
Mining operations today face increasing pressure to move more material efficiently while managing fuel costs, workforce challenges and machine uptime. The new design integrates more standard technologies such as Cat Payload, which measures every bucket load to help customers consistently achieve target truck payloads without overloading or underloading, boosting load-haul cycle efficiency.
To help customers reduce fuel consumption and extend component life, Hydraulic Optimization for the new 6040 features variable, on-demand hydraulic oil flow to reduce excess heat, conserve energy and prolong component life. Conventional systems operate at the maximum required cylinder flow and pressure, regardless of demand from individual circuits. Conversely, the 6040’s optimized hydraulic system dynamically assigns individual pumps or groups of pumps to deliver the exact flow and pressure that each hydraulic function requires. This makes the new 6040 up to 15% more efficient than shovels without it.
For greater performance and reliability without sacrificing fuel efficiency, the 6040
is powered by twin new Cat C32B engines with 1550 kW (2,079 hp) output that enable shovel operation or the ability to move the shovel off the face under the power of one engine. A true global machine, multiple engine configurations are available to meet U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final / Stage V emissions regulations without the need of DEF or China Nonroad Stage III emissions standards, equivalent to U.S. EPA Tier 2. When equipped with the optional oil change interval extension attachment, maintenance downtime is reduced through engine oil exchange intervals increasing from 500 to 1,000 hours.
The new 6040 features high breakout forces – 1201 kN (269,996 lbf) in face shovel configuration and 1123 kN (252,460 lbf) with backhoe – to prevent bucket stall when encountering tough materials, improving productivity. Its closed-loop swing system delivers fast cycle times and improves energy efficiency. “One of the first things our fieldfollow machine operators comment on is the shovel’s power and swing speed,” mentions Feddern.
Standard Operator Assist
– Enhanced Motion Control incorporates angle sensors on the linkage to calculate boom and stick positioning, preventing hard stops and metal-to-metal contacts. By reducing pressure spikes and shock feedback, the system improves operator performance, reduces fatigue and increases component life.
The shovel delivers efficient pass-match loading for a range of Cat mining trucks. It loads the 147-tonne (162ton) Cat 785 in four passes and offers 8-pass loading capabilities of the 327-tonne (360ton) Cat 796 AC.
To support safer, more comfortable operation and faster operator training, the new state-of-the-art cab includes a floor window to provide clear views of the tracks and 40% overall greater visibility of digging and loading areas. Offering low, 68 dBA interior operating sound levels, the new cab design features a new air conditioning system, ergonomic joystick controls and left-side-mounted monitoring and diagnostic tower complete with large, 254-mm (10-in) touchscreen, live sensor monitoring, and visual and acoustic fault warnings. Caterpillar’s patented three-seat design - fully adjustable next gen comfort seat, an elevated full-size trainer seat and laptop work desk, and fold-away auxiliary seat – facilitates in-cab training.
Standard Vision 360 integrates four camera views on the in-cab touchscreen display to give the operator a 360˚ surround view of the shovel, reducing blind
spots and repositioning and increasing safe operation. A new 45˚ hydraulically operated access stairway provides safe ingress and egress to the cab and features emergency lowering to ensure operation even when the engines are shut off.
Outside the cab, the 6040’s new hydraulic system helps to enhance operator productivity. Its unique five-circuit hydraulics allow for two cylinder motions, two travel motions and swing.
To help customers adapt to evolving technologies and future power options, the shovel’s new cab riser features integrated Cat electronics and an optimized electronic architecture. Standard ProductLink™ Elite boosts connectivity and increases the availability of machine re-
porting data. Plus, the design opens retrofit capability of Cat MineStar suite of technology solutions, including Fleet, Terrain, Detect and Health.
The new design opens the door for power agnostic operation with retrofit capabilities of an electric power module for the next generation 6040.
Built for demanding mine conditions, the new 6040 is engineered to last
with a target design life of at least 60,000 hours. The shovel is 2.25% heavier than the previous 6040 model and features robust structures and long-lasting heavyduty fixed-axle rollers and idlers that eliminate grease consumption. A new single line grease injection system paired with fixed pins architecture vastly simplifies the
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Vermeer introduces the new TR6500TX trommel screen, now on tracks for maximum jobsite mobility.
This machine combines a robust feature set with a mobile design to help boost productivity for recycling operations.
Vermeer is expanding its trommel screen lineup with the new TR6500TX, a new tracked unit in the company’s extensive portfolio. The TR6500TX features a tracked undercarriage, a large hopper, a digital drum angle readout and a full-function remote control to help optimize jobsite productivity and efficiency. It is a powerful, versatile solution for material processing operations, including those in the compost, mulch and soil industries.
“We designed the TR6500TX for the professional operator who demands jobsite efficiency. It’s a machine that can be tracked, set up and operated by a single person, which is a huge advantage for many mulch and compost yards,” said Jay Van
Roekel, product manager for Vermeer environmental equipment. “We’ve built on our legacy of reliable trommel screens and added features that give operators the adaptability and control needed to produce a consistent, highquality end-product of various material types.”
Enhanced mobility meets proven performance
The key feature of the TR6500TX is its steel-tracked chassis, which provides onsite mobility without requiring a truck to relocate the machine. This allows operators to easily reposition the machine around a jobsite, leading to compounding efficiency gains throughout the day. Setup is quick and precise thanks to a digital drum angle readout and optional outriggers allowing a single operator to level the machine and optimize the drum angle for different material types.
The TR6500TX is powered by a 120-hp (90-kW) CAT 3.6L Tier 4 Final/Stage V engine and is designed for high-throughput applications. With a 20-ft (6.1-m) long, 6.5-ft (2-m) diameter quick-change tension screen drum, it can sort up to 180 yd³ (137.6 m3) per hour. Its drum speed can be adjusted from 0 to 25 rpm to accommodate various material types and moisture content.
For quick loading cycles, the hopper features a large capacity of 13.0 yd³ (9.9 m³) and a low infeed height of just 9.4 ft (2.9 m) at a 5° operating angle. The quick-change screen system enables operators to swap screens efficiently, optimizing end-product specifications with minimal downtime changing screens.
Ultimate operator control
Operators can control the TR6500TX from a loader cab using the included full-func-
tion wireless remote. The remote allows for adjustments to belt and drum speed, full control of radial fines and overs conveyors so operators can maintain screening quality as conditions change.
To help minimize dust and material loss in windy environments, the TR6500TX is designed with adjustable discharge conveyors that can be positioned closer to the material pile. An optional drum cover and overs conveyor cover is also available for further dust containment. For operations processing wet materials or seeking higher throughput, an optional dual brush system is available.
Built for efficiency and maintenance
For efficient maintenance, large side doors on the TR6500TX offer complete
grease distribution system with component count and grease line reduction to all pins. This substantially reduces the risk of line breakage, simplifies diagnostics and allows for more efficient grease distribution and flow control.
A rigorous hose audit for the new shovel’s design provides better hose organization and routing for streamlined service and improved field performance that delivers thousands of
ground-level access to the drum body and critical engine components. The machine also integrates with the VermeerOne platform, a telematics solution that provides real-time machine data to help operators and fleet managers optimize performance and stay ahead of maintenance.
operating hours without a major hydraulic leak. All service areas are accessible via anti-slip walkways, and its retractable service station offers easy access to coolant, hydraulic oil, slew gearbox oil, grease, diesel and engine oil. Boom mounted, the main hydraulic block gives technicians quick access to the swing drives, rotary joint and travel spool valves, while increasing available space in the superstructure.
The updated electronics infrastructure provides
The TR6500TX complements the existing Vermeer trommel lineup, including the trailer-mounted TR6400 and TR6450 models, giving operations the flexibility to choose between tracked mobility and traditional transport options based on their specific needs. SP
Source: Vermeer
access to the Cat Electronic Technician, helping dealer service personnel to more easily diagnose and prevent issues. Standard remote services include Remote Troubleshoot that allows the Cat dealer to diagnose issues remotely without impacting shovel performance and Remote Flash for updating onboard software at a convenient time without requiring a technician to be present. SP
Source: Caterpillar
Unlock More Tonnage From Your Primary Crusher With Heavy-Duty Jaw Profiles
When primary crusher wear parts matter for the entire circuit.
Keeping a crushing circuit running at full potential isn’t simply adding more power or more machines. It starts with the primary crushers –and specifically, with the jaw crusher wear parts that set your product size, shape, and overall reduction ratio for everything that follows.
Lippmann heavy-duty jaw plates are engineered to do more than just crush the material. They’re designed as OEM wear parts to the same specifications and standards as Lippmann jaw crushers, delivering safer operation, improved product quality, and lower long-term cost per ton.
No matter what type of crusher you run downstream –cone crushers, gyratory crushers, roll crushers, or impact crushers – they can only perform as well as the feed they receive:
• The size of the material leaving the jaw directly affects your achievable reduction ratio in secondary and tertiary stages.
• Uniform product size from the primary reduces recirculating loads, protects liners, and keeps efficiency reduced to a minimum.
• Better controlled discharge also supports a more stable crushing ac-
tion in every machine that follows.
That’s why OEM heavyduty jaw profiles are such a powerful lever for better overall circuit performance, not just jaw crusher uptime.
Heavy Duty Jaw Profiles for Better Material Flow & Wear Life
Traditional jaw plates can struggle with challenging feed material, especially when there’s a lot of fines, slabby rock, or very abrasive material. This is where Lippmann’s heavy-duty jaw profile is different.
Ideal for Challenging Feed and Unscalped Material
In real-life applications, scalping is not always perfect –and sometimes there’s no scalper at all. Heavy-duty jaw profiles are highly effective when:
• There is no scalper, or the scalping process is not efficient.
• The feed material tends to break into flat, slabby pieces.
• You’re processing difficult types of materials with high fines or high abrasion. Because the jaw plate design allows fine material to pass quickly through the chamber, packing and bridg-
ing are reduced. Features like the uneven tooth pattern actively work to break slabs, so you get:
• Fewer blockages in transfer conveyors.
• Less risk of overloading secondary cone crushers or impact crushers with poor-quality feed.
• More consistent performance across all downstream types of crushers, whether you’re running gyratory crushers, roll crushers, or multi-stage cone circuits.
Built for Long-Term Performance and Customer Satisfaction
These heavy-duty jaw profiles are not a short-term fix. They’re a strategic upgrade for long-term performance:
• Better fines removal and optimized tooth height mean manganese lasts longer and wears more evenly.
• Controlled material size leaves the primary supports a high-quality product all the way to the final stockpile.
Even operation across abrasive materials reduces surprises and keeps the circuit stable.
Operations using these OEM profiles report strong customer feedback around:
• Improved shape and consistency of final aggregates – a clear driver of customer satisfaction.
• Reduced unplanned shutdowns because of blockages and packing.
• Lower overall cost per ton, thanks to better utilization of all crusher types in the plant.
In other words, the right jaw profile helps your entire plant deliver a more predictable, high-quality product every shift.
When to Improve Your Crushing Action
If you’re seeing:
• Slabby material in your discharge
• Frequent packing or pegging in the jaw
• Downstream cone crushers or impact crushers are struggling with poor feed
• Maintenance intervals are getting shorter as efficiency is reduced under tough conditions …then it may be time to review your jaw profile.
McLanahan Launches
New Products
McLanahan has launched a new range of recycling, crushing, screening, washing, and tailings solutions for the aggregate industry.
New Bucket Wheel
McLanahan Corporation is excited to announce the expansion of their washing line with the launch of the McLanahan Bucket Wheel. The Bucket Wheel is a continuous, high-throughput machine for washing, classifying, and dewatering sand or gravel. With the introduction of the new Bucket Wheel, McLanahan will be one of the only manufacturers to offer customers the option of a Bucket Wheel, Fine Material Screw Washer or High Water Volume Fine Material Screw Washer. By offering this complete range of equipment, McLanahan is able to support customers no matter the volume of water they need to process. From the lowest to the highest volumes, McLa-
nahan can help meet those processing requirements.
Bucket Wheels are currently available, with the first installation happening in mid-2026.
Patents-Pending QuickChange System
In collaboration with its sister company Diefenbach, McLanahan is introducing the QUICKCHANGE system—a patents-pending innovation set to transform filter press maintenance. Engineered for speed, simplicity and safety, this groundbreaking technology streamlines filter cloth replacement and filter plate inspection, slashing downtime and boosting operational efficiency.
The QUICKCHANGE’s design reimagines filter cloth maintenance with an innova-
tive design that allows cloths to glide effortlessly in and out during replacement. Unlike
change-out time minimizes downtime and maximizes productivity.
Safety is a cornerstone of the QUICKCHANGE system. By eliminating the need for personnel to climb onto or inside filter presses for cloth changeout, the risks associated with working at heights or in confined spaces can be drastically mitigated. The streamlined process also reduces dependence on slow-moving overhead lifting equipment, further enhancing safety and efficiency. Filter cloths can be removed for quick cloth or filter plate inspection at eye level without the need to lift plates out of the filter press.
traditional methods requiring extensive manual labor or specialized lifting equipment, the QUICKCHANGE enables operators to perform maintenance at ground level in minutes — reducing the industry-standard replacement time of 10-20 minutes per cloth to just 1-2 minutes. This dramatic reduction in
Beyond speed and safety, the QUICKCHANGE delivers cost-saving innovation. Traditional systems require replacing filter cloths on both sides of a plate when one fails, but the QUICKCHANGE allows operators to replace only the damaged side, cutting material waste and long-term maintenance costs. A specially designed feed shoe protects high-wear areas around the feed hole, extending cloth lifespan and ensuring consistent, high-performance filtration.
“Efficiency and safety drive everything we do,” said Cory Jenson, Executive Vice President of Sales and Business Development at McLanahan. “Teaming up with Diefenbach—a pioneer in liquid-solid separation since 1907—we’ve created a game-changer. The QUICKCHANGE gets plants back online faster and safer, slashing downtime from filter cloth changeouts.”
New Recycling Impact Crusher
McLanahan has also launched its newest recy-
cling crusher, the Renew Impact Crusher. It is designed for the C&D recycling of asphalt, concrete, and rubble, as well as virgin aggregate crushing applications.
The Renew Impact Crusher has a feed opening of 36” x 52” that is designed to process 24” feed material with ease, producing a wide range of output sizes from 6” down to 3/4”, depending on application requirements. It features a 47” x 51” heavy-duty 4-bar rotor with a unique and maintenancefriendly hammer retaining system. The crusher utilizes robust hammers with a protruding leading edge to keep the gradation and production consistent as they wear.
The hammer profile also allows for less core waste by increasing hammer exposure, extending wear life. The crusher chamber has been engineered with optimized geometry to allow the material to be evenly distributed in both the upper and lower chambers, allowing for balanced wear, increased production and better gradation. Strategic access points and inspection doors
around the machine allow for ease of maintenance and reduced downtime for component replacement.
“McLanahan’s new Renew Impact Crusher represents a major step forward in productivity and cost efficiency for recycling and aggregate operations,” said Nick Ford, Director of Sales – Aggregate Crushing and Screening. “Through our experience and listening to our customers’ needs, we are excited to introduce the Renew Impact Crusher. The goal for this impactor was to provide a crusher that is easy to maintain, provides reliability, lowers cost per ton and is simple to operate.”
The Renew Impact Crusher allows for skidded or portable plant options. The portable plant option is compact and mobile, making it easier to transport from site-to-site without having to completely disassemble. This unit helps to complete McLanahan’s range of solutions for C&D Recycling. SP
Epiroc unveils the new EC 122 hydraulic breaker, engineered to deliver improved handling, extended service life, and simplified maintenance.
Following the successful introduction of the EC 102 breaker at Bauma 2025, Epiroc now unveils the second model update in this range.
Simplified maintenance
Maintenance has been streamlined through Epiroc’s new wear insert. The lower wear bush now features a turnable insert, allowing operators to rotate the component to distribute wear evenly, extending its lifespan. This design eliminates the need for special tools and enables quick field replacement, minimizing downtime.
Additionally, the replaceable piston liner enhances repairability, ensuring costeffective maintenance and longer operational life.
Compact design
The updated EC 122 is 80 kg lighter than its predecessor, reducing overall carrier
load and improving maneuverability. With a service weight of 1.120 kg, the EC 122 is designed for carriers in the 15–24-ton range, making it an ideal choice for operators seeking efficiency without compromising power.
Advanced technology
The EC 122 integrates hybrid technology with a nitrogen piston accumulator, delivering consistent impact energy and smooth operation. Epiroc’s VibroSilenced Plus system further reduces noise and vibration by isolating the percussion mechanism and sealing all openings, creating a safer and more comfortable working environment.
Efficiency and control
Equipped with an integrated control valve and EnergyRecovery system, the EC 122 optimizes hydraulic efficiency while reducing vibrations. Ac-
tive percussion chamber ventilation minimizes internal wear, ensuring the breaker remains in peak condition for extended periods.
Versatile
The EC 122 is designed for a wide range of tasks, including demolition, rock excavation, quarrying, and utility work.
“The turnable wear insert is a simple yet highly effective solution that saves time and reduces costs for our customers,” says Predrag Petrovic, Vice President Hydraulic Attachment Tools Business Line at Epiroc. “By enabling quick field replacement without special tools, we´ve made maintenance easier, reduced downtime and extended the breaker´s lifespan.” SP
Source: Epiroc
Craig Manufacturing Acquires Intellectual Property of 4-D Welding & Fabricating
Craig acquisition of 4-D Welding expands forestry, guarding, specialty cab, and machine modification capabilities across North America
product designs and forestry experience into Craig, we are strengthening our capabilities in specialty machine cabs, forestry guarding, equipment protection, and custom machine modifications.
tomers working in tough applications,” - Justin Chemello, VP of Sales at Craig Manufacturing.
Craig Manufacturing Ltd. is excited to announce the acquisition of the intellectual property of 4-D Welding & Fabricating Ltd., a Kamloops, British Columbia-based manufacturer known for forestry guarding packages, specialty machine cabs, equipment
modifications, and custom heavy equipment solutions. This acquisition is an exciting step forward for Craig as we continue to grow our product offering and expand the ways we support operators across North America. By bringing 4-D’s proven
4-D Welding & Fabricating has built a strong name in forestry and other heavy industries by developing practical, purpose-built products for demanding work. Their catalog includes forestry guarding packages, specialty machine cabs, FOPS, cab risers, dozer and wheel loader guarding, excavator attachments, hydraulic thumbs, custom equipment conversions, and other specialty products.
“We’re excited to bring 4-D’s products and experience into Craig. Their work in forestry guarding, specialty cabs, and machine modifications is a natural fit with what we already do, and it gives us more ways to support cus-
As part of the acquisition, we’re also pleased to welcome Darrin Blue, founder and President of 4-D Welding & Fabricating, to Craig Manufacturing as our North American Forestry Sales Specialist. Darrin brings decades of experience in forestry equipment, guarding packages, custom conversions, and customer-driven product development.
“Darrin’s knowledge of
forestry equipment and realworld machine applications is a huge asset to our team. He knows the industry, he knows the equipment, and he understands what customers need from their machines,”Ben Craig, President of Craig Manufacturing.
With Craig’s manufacturing capacity, engineering support, dealer network, and service locations across Canada and the United States, we are well positioned to bring 4-D’s products and machine modification experience to more customers
across North America.
Over the coming months, we will share more details as 4-D products are integrated into Craig’s sales, engineering, and manufacturing processes. SP
Source: Craig Manufacturing
From left: Chris McCartney, VP of Canadian Manufacturing; Debbie Blue; Amanda Thompson, Sales & Customer Support; Darrin Blue, North American Forestry Sales Specialist; Ben Craig, President; Ryan Thomas, Engineering Manager; Dan Monteith, Safety and Process Improvement Manager; and Neil Deighton, Engineering, specializing in guarding.
Talking Tailgates
Key Considerations
to Optimize ROI.
By Josh Swank, Chief Growth Officer, Philippi-Hagenbuch, Inc.
Efficient hauling practices are at the heart of every successful mining operation. Maximizing capacity with each load while minimizing maintenance requirements and unnecessary downtime leads to increased profits and a healthy bottom line.
Many mining and aggregate producers have found simply adding a tailgate to their haul trucks makes a significant impact on their overall efficiency. Tailgates aren’t standard on rigid-frame haul trucks from any manufacturer. However, aftermarket options are available from manufacturers specializing in off-highway truck customization.
Like any piece of equipment, adding a tailgate requires careful consideration for optimal results. Some benefits can be achieved with any old tailgate, but to truly enhance their overall operation — and ROI — producers should look for a tailgate with
features that align with their specific application. Let’s take a look at how tailgates can improve efficiency and what options are available.
Tailgate to the Rescue
For being a relatively simple piece of equipment, tailgates can have a significant impact on how and how much material loader-operators will fill. This underhauling is often unintentional, but usually results in loads that are 10-15% below rated capacity. Sacrificing 15% per load per trip is simply not affordable for mining and aggregate producers looking to remain profitable.
Hauling a half-full load costs relatively the same amount of money in labor, fuel and wear on a truck as a load filled to capacity. By allowing loader-operators to meet the truck’s rated capacity without fear of spillage, tailgates quickly and easily boost an operation’s profit-
ability. For example, a 70-toncapacity truck with a tailgate hauls its rated payload, which is nearly 11 more tons per load than a 70-ton truck without a tailgate. Underhauling costs operations millions of dollars per year. If a fleet of six trucks adds 11 tons to each of their respective 12 loads per day, an additional 792 tons is hauled daily. That equates to nearly $7,049 in profits if hauling aggregates at an average of $8.90 per ton. It’s like adding another truck to your fleet without the increase in fuel, maintenance or labor.
Even with a single truck, adding a tailgate can greatly reduce underhauling. A mining producer using a custom tailgate on its Volvo A40D articulated hauler was able to increase capacity 17% per load. Before adding the tailgate, the Volvo A40D averaged 31.48 tons per load. With the tailgate, loader-operators now average 36.7 tons per load.
Hitting the Target
Whether it’s increasing productivity or reducing downtime and freeing up equipment, moving material from point A to point B in fewer trips is important for maximizing productivity.
By increasing capacity with each load, the above mining producer was also able to reduce the overall number of trips back and forth with its VolvoA40D. This not only increased overall efficiency, but reduced wear and tear on the truck.
Additionally, tailgates further reduce wear and stress on trucks by providing the loader-operator a better, larger loading target. Tailgates allow loaders to safely dump materials in the middle of the body, rather than near the front, improving loading target, weight distribution and overall truck stability. Without the added benefit of the tailgate, loader-operators avoid spillage by placing
most or all of the materials toward the front of the bed. This loading technique ends up overloading and stressing the front tires, axles and hydraulic hoist cylinders of the truck, resulting in premature tire wear, body maintenance and potential axle and hoist cylinder damage.
Typically, rigid-frame haul trucks are designed to carry one-third of the payload on their front axle and twothirds on the back. Placing heavy materials toward the front puts excessive stress on the chassis, axles, front tires, suspensions and hydraulic systems. Front tires are designed to support 33% of the weight and when overloaded, rim damage may occur, or
A tailgate optimizes the loading target and equalizes weight distribution while reducing the risk of damage to a truck’s frame and suspension system.
worse, they blow. Sometimes tires can be salvaged, patched or re-treaded, but even repairs are expensive, costing up to 60% of their original cost, in addition to the labor associated with repairing the tire and equipment downtime. An optimized loading target, equalized weight distribution and reduced spillage means that trucks with tailgates can extend a tire’s service life by as much as 40% or up to 13,000
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hours in some cases.
One thing to remember — even if a tailgate makes loading easier, that doesn’t mean loader-operators should overload. A 150-ton truck cannot haul 175 tons of material without operating outside of the OEM truck manufacturers guidelines; this can cause damage and safety hazards in addition to voiding the truck warranty. Squeezing an extra 25 tons in a load might seem like a quick way to bring in extra profits; however, repair costs far exceed the additional revenue if you blow a tire or cripple the chassis and axles. The goal of tailgates is to achieve the trucks rated payload.
Maximizing Uptime
Optimizing payload capacity and reducing tire and axle wear are only the beginning. The benefits of adding a tailgate extend beyond the truck to haul roads and the other equipment, as well. Anyone who spends their day in a mine knows roads are narrow, rough and littered with spillage, which makes them hard to navigate and poses risks to the trucks and other equipment operating at the site. All options for dealing with the challenges result in lost time or increased expenses. Road grading crews deployed to clean debris off haul roads equates to lost productivity and the added costs associated with the fuel, labor
and expense of additional equipment.
Navigating debris can damage tires as well as the truck’s suspension systems. In some large mines, more than 200 tires are replaced per month because of debris damage or overloading. Many
quickly add up. A tailgate enhances operations whether you’re hauling aggregates, copper, coal, iron, gold, oil sands or soupy, viscous materials. But to truly maximize profitability, certain design aspects should be considered before making a purchase decision, such as durability and versatility. There are a variety of tailgate options on the market. Finding the design that complements the specific quarry or mining operation is important.
businesses aren’t equipped to handle the negative impact that has on the overall profitability, especially since the cost of rubber has skyrocketed over the last decade. Most mining truck tires cost upward of $50,000 apiece, with some larger models topping out at $100,000 each. Combine those extra costs with downtime caused by the repairs and replacement, and the impact can be devastating. A global tire shortage for mining-class vehicles only compounds the problem with longer-than-normal wait times just to receive replacement tires.
Weighing the Options
Crunching the numbers, it doesn’t take long to realize the benefits of a tailgate
First and foremost, work with a manufacturer that engineers their tailgates for each specific make and model of truck and truck body. Options exist for rigid and articulated frames. Some custom manufacturers have even engineered models that bolt directly to the undercarriage of the off-highway truck. Quick disconnect options, fluidic seals or cushion pads, are customizations that are available and should be considered, depending on the application. Operators should look for designs that do not require any welding to the frame, as welding to the frame of an off-highway truck may invalidate the OEM warranty, while making sure that the brand they choose offers stability, quality and structural integrity.
How a tailgate opens is also important for efficiency and long-term durability. A tailgate that lifts, for example,
EvoQuip, a global manufacturer of compact crushing, screening, shredding and conveying equipment, celebrates a significant milestone at Hillhead 2026, commemorating ten years since the brand was officially launched at the show in 2016.
EvoQuip made its debut at Hillhead with the introduction of the Bison 120 jaw crusher, a compact machine designed to simplify crushing operations for smaller contractors and recycling applications.
Since that launch, EvoQuip has steadily expanded its portfolio from a single jaw crusher into a broad range of compact equipment covering crushing, screening, shredding and conveying. Today, the EvoQuip line-up includes jaw and impact crushers, aggressive scalping screens, mobile conveyors and shredders, supporting small-scale materials processing across
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provides increased efficiency over a model that drops down. A dropdown tailgate is sometimes slower when opening and closing and is more susceptible to damage from the dumped materials. These designs often rely on pins or hydraulic systems, and when there are more grease points, cylinders and joints, the risk of increased maintenance and failure exists. They might seem like quick, economical solutions, but dropdown tailgates often end up costing more for repairs and replacement in the long run and are simply not an option for large
five key industries: building and construction; quarries; agriculture and landscaping; plant hire and recycling.
Barry O’Hare, Business Line Director for EvoQuip, said, “Launching EvoQuip at Hillhead in 2016 was about listening to customers who wanted compact equipment that was straightforward to own and operate. Ten years on, the portfolio has grown significantly, but that original focus on simplicity and practicality remains unchanged.
Marking this anniversary at Hillhead will be a full-circle moment, given the role the show has played in the EvoQuip story from the very be-
ultra-class rigid frame mining trucks.
Ultimately, a lifting, scissor-style tailgate has fewer moving parts so there’s less potential maintenance. However, it’s important to ensure these few parts are tough enough for the job since not all tailgates are created equal. A tailgate won’t last long if it can’t withstand the breadth of material being hauled. Find a tailgate that’s built with durable materials, such as high-strength steel, and features strong components including steel alloy chains and fiber bushings
ginning.”
The EvoQuip presence at Hillhead 2026 features a new digital element, which provides visitors with interactive access to product information, application insights and a snapshot of the brand’s global reach over the last ten years. The stand also highlighted the broader support and solutions available to customers, including TRAC, a multi-sensor solution to improve screening equipment performance and durability and INNEX, a new digital brand to improve end user experience through consolidated tools and AI driven capabilities.
Alongside the anniversary celebrations, EvoQuip will raise funds for cystic fibrosis across the three days of the show. The initiative builds on EvoQuip’s Hillhead 2024 fundraising effort, which raised over £2,000 for cystic fibrosis charities, and continues in
that don’t require ongoing lubrication. Certain manufacturers design their tailgates specifically for durability, resulting in a tailgate that can take a beating but still lasts for decades with minimal maintenance.
Customizations to tailgates are also a way to tie them into the truck fleet methodology employed at any given site. Truck bodies frequently have sideboards that add height onto the sides for either added volumetric capacity or to keep material within the bed. In this case, having the tailgate built up to the height
memory of Cahir O’Hagan, brother of EvoQuip Business Development Manager Paul O’Hagan, who passed away from the condition in 2023.
Barry O’Hare added, “Hillhead has been part of the EvoQuip story since day one,
of the sideboards creates a unified height around the entire bed, as opposed to a high-sided body with a low-sided tailgate.
Adding cushion pads to a tailgate will soften the blow when it is raised and lowered in harsh worksite conditions. When operations have extremely bumpy haul roads, or when mining underground, the cushion pads minimize noise and increase the tailgate service life and other truck components.
and reaching ten years at the show provides an opportunity not only to reflect on how far the brand has come, but also to recognise the people and communities connected to it. Supporting a cause that has a direct and very personal link to the EvoQuip team is an important part of that, and we’re proud to continue that effort while looking ahead to the next chapter of the brand.” SP
hooks on either side of the base of the flange intercept a corresponding tag on the tailgate, allowing the tailgate to pivot inward as the sidearm and over-center locking mechanism compressively lock the rear tailgate into place. This creates a water-tight seal that contains liquid materials within off-highway truck bodies or roll-off containers.
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Operations that haul large amounts of wet material arguably need a tailgate more than any other operation that uses off-highway haul trucks. In these applications, a tailgate with a fluidic seal can create a near-perfect seal, resulting in minimal fluid leakage during transport. Few manufacturers can contain 100% of the liquid material, but manufacturers with years of experience have engineered designs that can contain up to 99.5% of wet materials, which is invaluable for specific applications.
For operations that require a 100% positive seal, there are specialty tailgates available from select manufacturers. These designs build up the rearmost portion of the truck body or container to create a cohesive flange from which the tailgate compresses. Two
Finally, make sure the tailgate lifts high and fast enough to get out of the way before material starts to unload. The last thing you want is the tailgate to hold back the material during dumping rather than allowing it to flow freely out of the back of the truck body. Fast dumps lead to increased efficiency and productivity. Materials left behind in the bed or stuck in grease points damage hinges and overall structure, and the amount of carryback reduces the volume of the next load.
Optimizing ROI
Increasing volume, reducing maintenance and maximizing hauling efficiency — for a simple piece of equipment, a tailgate can sure make a big difference. Six 100-ton-capacity trucks with tailgates hauling ore could result in approximately $10,700 in additional profits per day. Even with the average tailgate cost between $22,500 to $30,000 — based on the size
of haul truck and options chosen — a producer purchasing six tailgates for his 100-ton truck fleet would see a complete ROI on a tailgate project purchase in less than 17 days with those numbers. And that’s based on profit alone. Factor in additional fuel and tire cost savings associated with the use of tailgates on a truck fleet and the numbers really start to add up. Pay for tailgates once and reap the benefits for the truck fleets lifetime.
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Josh Swank, chief growth officer for Philippi-Hagenbuch, oversees their global sales team and has been with the company for more than 22 years. His previous roles within the company include global sales and marketing manager and project manager. Outside of Philippi-Hagenbuch, he participates in multiple industry and philanthropic organizations, including the National Mining Association Board of Governors, the National Stone Sand & Gravel Manufacturers & Services Executive Committee, and the NSSGA Young Leaders. He is a trustee of the JWAS Foundation, is the Chairman of the Peoria Riverfront Museum’s Collections Committee and active within the Peoria, Illinois, technology startup community. SP
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How Buckets Stop Hard Waste Rock Contamination
In the mining of soft-rock commodities like coal, lignite, bentonite, phosphate, and similar sedimentary deposits, the material itself is rarely the engineering challenge.
The challenge is what comes with it. Embedded boulders, harder rock intrusions, and rocky overburden mix at the face, and once that mixed material enters the loader bucket, it moves through every downstream stage: haulage trucks, preparation plants, crushers, screens, and wash circuits. Every ton of hard waste rock that makes it past the loading stage costs money at each one of those steps and adds nothing to the final product.
The good news is that soft ore and hard waste rock have a defining physical difference that can be exploited right at the point of loading: one can be crushed with relatively low force; the other cannot. An ALLU screening and crushing bucket mounted on an excavator or wheel loader takes advantage of exactly this contrast. By processing the material in the bucket itself, soft ore is broken to specification and passes through; hard rock is retained and left behind. The separation hap-
pens where it matters most: before the waste rock leaves the mining cell.
The Reality of Soft-Rock Mining: It Is Rarely Pure
Coal seams, bentonite deposits, and phosphate beds are almost never perfectly clean. They are interlayered with harder rock bands, penetrated by dykes, capped by rocky overburden, and studded with boulders. During blasting and excavation, these hard rock fragments break free and fall into the same dig zone. Without selective processing at the face, they end up in the same bucket.
The scale of this contamination problem is significant. Coal mine waste rock (CMWR) is among the world’s most substantial streams of industrial solid waste. A study in China estimated 4.5 billion tons of coal mine waste rock have accumulated in more than 1,700 waste dumps, and more than 315 million tons of coal mine waste rock are generated every year from
underground coal mining operations.
How Hard Waste Rock Harms the Soft-Rock Mining Process
When hard rock contaminates a soft-ore stream, the damage is not limited to one stage of the operation. It compounds across the entire production chain:
rock rejected at the preparation plant must be stockpiled somewhere. Coal mine waste dumps are a significant and long-lasting environmental liability. Sulphide-bearing waste rock generates acid mine drainage (AMD); waste pile fires from spontaneous combustion of carbon-bearing material are a documented risk. The US Abandoned Mine Reclamation Fund – financed at 35 cents per ton of coal mined from the surface, 15 cents per ton of coal mined underground, and 10 cents per ton of lignite at the time –had collected nearly $6 billion by 2000, reflecting the sheer scale of historic mine waste remediation costs.
Processing water and chemical use: Wash plants and beneficiation circuits that process rock-contaminated
ore consume more water, more chemical reagents, and more energy per ton of clean product than those receiving uncontaminated feed. In bentonite processing in particular, maintaining consistent product rheology and purity is highly sensitive to hard mineral contamination.
Crush the Soft, Remove the Hard – at the Bucket
Crushing and preparation plant equipment: Preparation plants for coal and bentonite are sized and configured for soft material. Hard rock boulders cause accelerated wear on crusher liners, screen panels, and wash plant components. Unplanned downtime for repairs and part replacements is one of the costliest consequences of rock contamination, as it halts the entire production circuit, not just one machine.
Product quality and calorific value: In coal mining, hard rock dilution directly lowers the average calorific value (CV) of the product. A shipment that should grade at 6,000 kcal/kg may test at 5,600 kcal/kg once dilution rock is factored in. For customers operating under strict quality specifications, this is either a contractual breach or a commercial penalty, sometimes both.
Haulage capacity and fuel consumption: Every hard rock boulder hauled to the preparation plant consumes truck payload capacity, fuel, and tire life, all for material that will be rejected downstream and then hauled again to a waste dump. Each ton of waste rock that could have been separated at the face is instead being moved twice.
Waste dump volume and environmental liability: Hard
This is the key operational insight: the hardness contrast between soft ore and hard waste rock is not a problem to be managed downstream, it is a separation mechanism to be exploited upstream. The ALLU bucket uses it as one.
Configurable output sizes of 50 mm, 75 mm, 100 mm, or 150 mm allow operators to match bucket settings to preparation plant feed requirements. Wet, sticky, or partially frozen material – a common condition in coal and bentonite operations – is handled without clogging. The M-Series is rated for
ALLU’s M-Series and DHSeries Transformer screening and crushing buckets are designed for exactly this scenario. Mounted on an excavator or wheel loader operating directly at the face, the bucket processes material in a single, continuous cycle: the rotating cutting drums crush soft rock such as coal, lignite, bentonite, soft phosphate to a specified output size, while hard rock that cannot be crushed at those force levels is retained inside the bucket and left behind at the face, or deposited separately.
Doppstadt Introduces New SWS 6 Spiral Shaft Separator
Equipped with a hopper and tracked chassis, the new SWS 6 from Doppstadt focuses on maximum separation precision and can be used as a stand-alone machine or as a key component in the Mobile Modular Processing Concept (MMPC).
With the SWS 6, Doppstadt is taking the separation of challenging material flows to a new level. The spiral shaft separator is designed as a self-sufficient functional machine and offers users a maximum degree of flexibility and independence. At IFAT (May 4-7), Doppstadt demonstrated the practical advantages the SWS 6 offers, highlighting how the new technology enhances cost-efficiency in processing lines.
At the heart of the SWS 6 lies Doppstadt’s patented spiral shaft technology. “Due to its unique spiral design, the system is self-cleaning and completely eliminates wrapping and clogging,” explained Moritz Müller, Product Manager at Doppstadt. “This design principle ensures continuous material
separation without maintenance-related interruptions.
The SWS 6 delivers reliably stable screening results even in complex waste streams and can be optimally combined with shredders or other upstream and downstream equipment.”
Equipped with a robust tracked chassis, the machine achieves a new level of operational flexibility.
“We have consistently tailored the SWS 6 to the real-world conditions found at recycling yards, landfills, or construction sites with uneven ground,” said Müller. “The track system makes it ideal for use on unpaved surfaces. A decisive practical advantage: the machine can be moved quickly around the yard via remote control – without the need for an additional
loader or towing vehicle. This provides operators with a highly mobile system that is ready for immediate use and can be flexibly positioned at changing locations.”
To maximize value, the SWS 6 utilizes the physical advantages of the spiral shaft: by stretching the material across the shafts, a perfect foundation for integrated air classification is created. This allows light fractions to be separated reliably without the need for an additional, external machine for this process step. This saves space and reduces the complexity of the processing line.
In addition to standalone use, the SWS 6 is designed for ideal integration into system environments. At IFAT, Doppstadt pre-
With its integrated drive and tracked chassis, the new SWS 6 operates as a completely independent functional unit. Its flexible material flow system allows for easy combination with various other machines
sented the new development in conjunction with the Mobile Modular Processing Concept (MMPC). Within this plant concept, the SWS
6 plays a central role in separation. Users benefit from the high flexibility, cost-effectiveness, and regulatory compliance of the MMPC:
machines and individual components can be easily replaced as required. SP
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excavators from 50 to 120 tons and wheel loaders from 35 to 70 tons, suitable for large-scale open-cast operations; the DH-Series covers excavators from 18 to 45 tons and wheel loaders from 8 to 30 tons for more selective or constrained environments.
The Compounding Benefits of Getting Separation Right at Source
Removing hard rock at the loading stage rather than at the preparation plant, or not at all, triggers a cascade of operational improvements:
Cleaner feed to the preparation plant: When the bucket screens out hard rock at the face, the material delivered to the crusher, wash plant, or screen is already partially sized and freed of oversized contaminants. The preparation plant runs on material it was designed for, reducing wear rates, maintenance intervals, and unplanned downtime.
Consistent product quality: For coal, a cleaner feed means a more consistent calorific value and lower ash content per ton. For bentonite, it means more uniform rheology and mineralogical purity. Both translate directly into stronger market positioning and fewer quality-related penalties or rejections.
Fewer machine moves and less double-handling: By combining screening, crushing, and loading into one bucket cycle, ALLU eliminates the need for a separate scalping screen or additional mobile plant at the face. Material that would otherwise be loaded, hauled, rejected, and re-hauled as
waste is never loaded in the first place.
Smaller waste footprint:
Hard rock left at the dig face, rather than transported to a dedicated waste dump, reduces the volume and footprint of waste infrastructure. Less waste to manage means lower long-term environmental liability, reduced monitoring costs, and a smaller closure obligation.
Lower fuel and tire costs per ton of product: A truck loaded with clean, crushed coal carries revenue material on every ton of its payload. A truck loaded with mixed coal and hard rock is discounting part of every cycle. The improvement in effective payload utilization reduces the number of cycles needed per ton of product with proportional savings in fuel, tires, and machine hours.
Compliance and ESG positioning: As regulatory scrutiny of mine waste management intensifies and as ESG reporting frameworks require more detailed disclosure of waste volumes and environmental liabilities, the ability to demonstrate reduced waste generation at source becomes a material business advantage.
The Right Place to Separate Is the First Place
The mining industry’s productivity challenge is not, at its core, a processing challenge – it is a materials handling challenge. Loading hard rock that should never have been loaded in the first place costs money at every stage it travels through. The preparation plant pays for it in wear. The haulage fleet pays for it in wasted payload and increased fuel consumption. The environment pays for it in waste dump volume. The balance sheet pays for it in all three.
For operators of coal, bentonite, shale, and other soft-rock mines, the practical implication is clear: the separation from waste rock should happen at the face – at the first point where a physical difference between the two materials can be exploited. The ALLU screening and crushing bucket makes that separation possible in a single loading cycle, without additional equipment, without additional passes, and without sending unwanted material into a system that was never designed to handle it. SP
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Komatsu Becomes First OEM To Commission 1,000 Ultra-Class Autonomous Haul Trucks
Komatsu has reached a historic milestone in autonomous mining, commissioning its 1,000th autonomous ultra-class haul truck equipped with industry-leading FrontRunner Autonomous Haulage System.
The milestone reinforces Komatsu’s position as the pioneer and global leader in autonomous haulage, having been first to market with a commercial autonomous mining solution in 2008 and now the first OEM to commission 1,000 autonomous ultra-class trucks worldwide.
The 1,000th commissioned autonomous haul truck is a Komatsu 930E5AT, an ultra-class electric drive truck (EDT) with a 290-metric-ton payload, deployed at Barrick’s Nevada Gold Mines operation in the United States, marking a significant milestone that extends Komatsu’s autonomous haulage into gold mining with a key strategic partner. The 930E-5AT is part of Komatsu’s electric drive haul truck lineup that underpins FrontRunner deployments around the world. The 930E ultra-class EDT stands as the most widely deployed model, representing more than 500 autonomous trucks across customer sites today. Beyond haulage, Komatsu continues to expand automation across mine-site operations, including autonomous water trucks to help further improve safety, reduce manual equipment interactions and support road maintenance. Additional autonomous and remotely operated equipment within Komatsu’s unified control and fleet management framework extends automation beyond individual machines to deliver mine-wide performance gains at the system level.
Since its commercial introduction, Komatsu customers using FrontRunner have collectively moved over 11.5 billion metric tons of material, demonstrating the scale, reliability and productivity of autonomous haulage across some of the world’s most demanding mining environments. Deployed at mine sites across North America, South America, Australia and Europe, FrontRunner’s global footprint and support infrastructure spans diverse commodities and operating conditions. Beyond operational performance, FrontRunner generated approximately $2.4 billion in social impact globally in 2024 based on impact accounting methodologies developed jointly by Capitals Coalition and Value Balancing Alliance, analyzed by ABeam Consulting Ltd., and reported in the Komatsu Report 2025.
This milestone builds on Komatsu’s recent achievement of autonomously operating a power agnostic electric drive truck while connected to a dynamic trolley line, an industry first that demonstrated the integration of autonomous haulage with advanced electrification technologies. Together, these accomplishments underscore Komatsu’s ability to deliver solutions that enhance productivity while supporting customers’ decarbonization and sustainability objectives.
“Commissioning our 1,000th autonomous haul truck is a defining moment
for Komatsu and for the mining industry. It reflects nearly two decades of innovation, collaboration with our customers and a relentless focus on creating real operational value. We are incredibly proud of this milestone, and even more excited about what lies ahead as we continue to advance autonomous, electrified and software-defined solutions that help our customers operate more safely, productively and sustainably,” said Peter Salditt, President, Mining Business Division and CEO, Komatsu Mining Corporation.
Customers continue to play a central role in shaping the evolution of autonomous haulage, with FrontRunner delivering measurable benefits in asset utilization and safety while enabling new pathways for energy efficiency and emissions reduction. Partnerships such as Komatsu’s work with Barrick at Nevada Gold Mines demonstrate how autonomy is creating shared value while expanding into new commodities, regions and operating environments.
“FrontRunner has elevated both the quality of work for our people and the way we meet production goals at our Nevada operations,” said Mark Hill, President and CEO, Barrick. “By transitioning operators away from haulage activities and enabling more predictable operations, autonomy supports safer, more skilled roles while helping us use energy more
efficiently and reduce our environmental footprint. Together with Komatsu, we see a significant opportunity to advance productivity further while benefiting our workforce and community.”
Looking forward, Komatsu is accelerating the next generation of autonomous
mining equipment through the advancement of a software-defined vehicle strategy. By developing a unified vehicle and autonomy platform, Komatsu is laying the foundation for mining machines that continuously evolve, adapt to site-specific conditions and unlock new levels of produc-
tivity and sustainability over the life of the asset. Komatsu remains focused on creating value for customers by delivering solutions that help meet rising demands for essential minerals and safer operations. SP
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Metso Launches New Flip-Flow Screens For Fine Dry Screening
Metso has launched the Metso GFF Series flip-flow screens, engineered for efficient fine dry screening of difficult and often moist materials.
The rugged design delivers stable classification in demanding conditions and enables finer cut sizes required in applications such as sand manufacturing in aggregates segment and high-pressure grinding rolls (HPGR) based closed circuits in mining segment. By strengthening the screening stage, the GFF Series helps customers improve energy efficiency, reduce circulating loads and lower water usage, enhancing productivity in fine product making and comminution processes.
The improved screening performance delivers value in two key areas. In HPGR and downstream grinding circuits, finer and more accurate classification reduces circulating loads and improves overall energy efficiency. In fine aggregate production, high screening efficiency minimizes crosscontamination, supporting consistent product quality, for example in sand manufacturing.
Stable dry screening with improved water efficiency
The GFF Series combines hybrid flip-flow and conventional deck technology with high excitation forces to deliver precise screening in both dry and wet conditions. It achieves cut sizes down to 0.5 mm in dry applications and 0.3 mm in wet applications, while
Beyond mining and aggregates, large-scale fine dry screening also opens new opportunities in applications such as biomass, fertilizers, construction waste recycling and industrial minerals.
More efficient HPGR circuits
Classification plays a critical role in HPGR flowsheets, influencing energy consumption, circulating loads and productivity. The GFF Series widens the technical envelope for fine cut sizes and throughput, enabling more accurate classification ahead of downstream grinding. The resulting finer particle size distribution improves the efficiency of the entire circuit.
minimizing blinding and pegging. Compared with traditional screening solutions, this results in higher efficiency, reduced process water demand and less energy wasted in downstream grinding, enabling more efficient flowsheet design.
Practical field performance has been a key design driver. The flip-flow deck’s anti-blinding behavior reduces unplanned stoppages, while straightforward access, rugged construction and easy serviceability support faster maintenance, higher availability and a lower total cost of ownership.
“Our customers have been asking for a high-performance screen that can handle fine, difficult and often moist materials without forcing them into wet screening,” said Michael Gyberg, Vice President, Screening Equipment Solutions. “The GFF flip-flow delivers the finer, more accurate cuts needed to support HPGRs and the overall comminution process, making the screen a true enabler of circuit performance.”
“The much finer screen cuts achieved with flip-flow technology are a major advantage for future HPGR circuits,” said Stefan Sakendorf, Director, HRC products. “More accurate classification allows a greater share of the workload to be handled by energy-efficient HPGRs and strongly supports the implementation of highly efficient HRC™e–Vertimill circuits.”
Expanded screening portfolio and full flowsheet solutions
The GFF Series further expands Metso’s screening portfolio and strengthens its end-to-end comminution offering. Following the introduction of the Grande Series screens in 2025, Metso now offers fit-forpurpose solutions ranging from coarse, high-capacity applications to demanding fine dry screening.
Combined with Metso’s screening media, lifecycle services, HRC™e HPGRs, grinding mills and digital tools, the GFF Series positions Metso as a full flowsheet partner for customers seeking higher productivity, lower energy consumption and reduced water dependency. SP
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Finlay Introduces New Impactors
Finlay, a global manufacturer of mobile crushing, screening and conveying equipment, will bring a wide-ranging line-up of crushers and screens to Hillhead 2026, including prototype previews and first public sightings of new impactors across both the demonstration and static display areas.
The key focus is the soon-to-be launched impactor range, with the I-130RS impact crusher on static display, making its first public showing. Positioned between the I-120/I-120RS and the larger I-140/I-140RS, the new model addresses demand for a machine that delivers strong impact performance while being easier to transport and configure across a wide range of applications.
In the quarry demonstration area, Finlay will place strong emphasis on machines operating under live conditions, allowing visitors to assess performance across real materials and applications. Leading the working displays will be the 694 inclined screen,
launched in 2025 and developed for high-production applications. The machine features two full-size 6.1m x 1.53m (20’ x 5’) top and middle decks and a 5.55m (18’ x 5’) bottom deck, delivering efficient screening across quarrying, mining, sand and gravel, coal, woodchip and topsoil operations. Optional hybrid technology allows operation via external electrical power or the onboard engine.
Previewing in the demonstration area is the C-1540+ cone crusher prototype, ahead of its planned production launch in 2027, featuring an upgraded cone chamber for improved materials processing performance and serviceability. The live demon-
stration line-up is completed by the J-1170+ jaw crusher, delivering high production capacity with large reduction ratios and configurable operation for quarrying or construction and demolition recycling.
Finlay’s static display also includes four machines, featuring several first public sightings. Alongside the I-130RS impact crusher, is the Finlay TC-60 stacker conveyor, the Finlay 883+ heavy duty scalper, and the Finlay J-1280 jaw crusher with independent pre-screen, extended feeder and jack leg options, which was shown publicly in the UK for the first time since its launch in 2025. Beyond the equipment
itself, the stand includes a dedicated customer support area, highlighting Finlay’s digital and support tools. This includes T-LINK, Finlay’s
telematics platform, Ask Finlay, providing instant access to technical information and support resources, as well as TRAC, a multi-sensor
tion designed to improve screening equipment performance and durability. SP
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Finlay’s new I-130RS Impact Crusher.
Finlay C-1540 Cone Crusher prototype with J-1170+ Jaw Crusher.
Mining Companies Recognized For Responsible Mining Excellence
The Community of Interest Advisory Panel for the Mining Association of Canada has selected Eldorado Gold and Teck Resources to receive the 2026 prestigious Towards Sustainable Mining Excellence Awards.
The two projects were recognized at the CIM Awards Gala in Vancouver.
“The awards selection committee was particularly impressed with the number and quality of submissions this year. We are pleased to recognize this year’s winners as they truly exemplify best practice in environmental performance and community engagement,” said Dr. Jocelyn Fraser, Post-Doctoral Fellow at the University of British Columbia’s Liu Institute for Global Affairs and TSM awards selection committee member.
“Mining companies recognized by the TSM Excellence Awards represent the leading edge when it comes to exemplary responsible practices and strong commitments to environmental and social performance,” said Pierre Gratton, MAC’s President and CEO. “Our industry
has a particularly important role to play in ensuring the minerals and metals needed for the technologies we rely on are readily available and it is essential that they be mined using the highest standards in the world, like TSM.”
A mandatory component of MAC membership, TSM is driving performance improvement across a range of social and environmental issues where it matters most — at the mine site level. This focus on mine site performance makes TSM a go-to system for investors and manufacturers looking to invest in and purchase responsibly mined materials. A national independent Community of Interest Advisory Panel oversees the program, including representatives from Indigenous communities, environmental organizations, labour, finance, local mining communities, social and faith-based organi-
zations and academia.
TSM performance is evaluated across a set of detailed environmental and social performance standards, including tailings management, climate change, water stewardship, Indigenous and community relationships, safety and health, biodiversity conservation, equity, diversity, and inclusion, crisis management and preventing child and forced labour.
“We are proud that TSM, a made-in-Canada standard, is now being implemented by 13 mining associations around the world, making it the most widespread mining standard of its kind,” said Gratton. “We applaud the work being done by this year’s Excellence Award winners as it showcases the positive results that can be achieved when environmental stewardship and community engagement are prioritized.”
Established in 2014, the TSM Excellence Awards include the TSM Environmental Excellence Award and the TSM Community Engagement Excellence Award. To be eligible for the awards, mining companies must be actively implementing TSM and demonstrate exceptional achievements in environmental and/or community engagement. The Community of Interest Advisory Panel provides guidance and advice on the development and implementation of TSM and selects the winners of the TSM Excellence Awards.
2026 TSM Community Engagement Excellence Award Winner
Teck Resources, Quebrada Blanca Mine - Indigenous–Led Conservation: Protecting the Salar de Alconcha Through Partnership, Culture, and Stewardship
The Alconcha Conservation Project is a groundbreaking co–management initiative between Teck Resources and the Indigenous Quechua Community of Ollagüe (CIQO) to create the first Indigenous–led conservation area in Chile, located in the Salar de Alconcha in the Antofagasta Region.
Covering more than 6,000 hectares of high–Andean wetlands, the project safeguards an ecosystem of ecological, cultural, and spiritual importance while revitalizing Indigenous governance and long–term environmental stewardship.
The initiative was co–developed with CIQO to ensure legal certainty, cultural relevance, and permanence. It ensures meaningful Indigenous participation in decisions related to water, biodiversity, and cultural heritage, delivering lasting community benefits and a self–sustaining conservation model.
A core innovation is the transfer of mining and water rights associated with the Salar de Alconcha to the Chilean State, guaranteeing the
area’s protection in perpetuity. Community members have also been trained and employed as Indigenous park rangers, supporting monitoring, conservation, and local livelihoods.
The project establishes a governance model in which the Indigenous community leads the protection and management of its own territory, with Teck acting as a long–term partner. It is the first conservation area in Chile created on Indigenous land with explicit Indigenous identity, governance authority, and cultural foundation.
Over 30 culturally significant sites are incorporated into the conservation plan. A sustainability–based economic model, including an endowment, secures long–term funding for conservation activities. Twelve Indigenous community members have been trained as park rangers, enhancing monitoring and management.
The Alconcha model is highly replicable, built on principles such as early Indigenous engagement, shared
governance, and alignment with cultural values. Future plans include establishing an Indigenous–led ‘Alconcha Model Academy’ to support replication across other communities and industries.
The project has reshaped the relationship between Teck and CIQO — from consultation to co–leadership — and has received national recognition as a leading example of Indigenous–led conservation.
2026 TSM Environmental Award
Winner
Eldorado Gold - Kışladağ Mine - From Sun to Villages, From Water to Life: SolarPowered Water Access Transforms Communities Eldorado Gold’s Kışladağ Gold Mine has launched an inspiring sustainability initiative that is already transforming daily life in nearby villages. The project brings clean, reliable, and cost-free energy to local water wells by powering them with solar systems, ensuring steady access to drinking and utility water for more than 1,000 residents
Alconcha Salt Flat Conservation Area.
Eagle Iron Works Launches Hawk Fines Recovery Plant
Eagle Iron Works has expanded its end-to-end washing equipment line with the introduction of the Hawk Fines Recovery Plant, a compact yet powerful solution designed to capture fine particles down to 400 mesh from process water in aggregate waste streams.
The Hawk delivers a dripfree, stackable solids product, making it an efficient way to recover material that would otherwise be lost to the settling pond. It can function as a standalone recovery unit or serve as the first step in a larger tailings management system, seamlessly integrating with additional liquid-solid separation equipment. Beyond its versatility, the Hawk Fines Recovery Plant brings a range of operational advantages. By removing more solids before they reach the settling pond, producers can significantly reduce pond cleanout frequency, lowering both labor and equipment costs. The recovered fine solids can even be repurposed or sold for use in pond lining or as backfill material, trans-
across six villages.
Villages including Gümüşkol, Katrancılar, Söğütlü, Küçükilyaslı, Gedikler, and Karacaömerli now rely on solar-powered infrastructure that delivers uninterrupted water supply without the burden of electricity costs. By removing recurring energy expenses for pumping water, the project has eased financial pressures on households and improved long–term water security.
What makes this initiative stand out is its extension of renewable energy beyond mine operations and into surrounding rural infrastructure. Instead of focusing solely on on-site energy use, Kışladağ Gold Mine directed solar investment to where it could meet critical community needs. The result: reduced fossil fuel dependence, zero electricity cost for water pumping, lower carbon emissions, and sustained economic relief for communities.
The project includes 125 kW of installed solar capacity dedicated to powering village water wells — an effi-
forming what was once a waste product into an added source of revenue.
The Hawk also helps operations achieve more sustainable water use. By preparing the waste stream for downstream processing in Thickeners or Filter Presses, it supports water recycling, a major benefit for operations in regions where water is limited and/or costly.
Built with durability and precision in mind, the Hawk features a Sump, Pump, Hydrocyclones, and Dewatering Screen in a modular design that’s easy to install and maintain. Material enters the Sump where it is pumped to the Hydrocyclones. Here, the ultra-fine particles are separated and discharged onto the Dewatering Screen for moisture removal. The result is a dripfree, conveyable product and clearer process water that can be reused or sent for further treatment. This process makes the Hawk Fines Recovery Plant a smart addition to any operation focused on efficiency, recovery and sustainability. SP
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cient, scalable configuration that can be replicated easily in other rural or industrial contexts. Its modular nature means similar communities can adopt the model without high capital costs or complex infrastructure upgrades.
A key pillar of the project’s success has been active community engagement. Village headmen (muhtars) and local stakeholders helped determine system capacities based on population, subscription numbers, and actual water consumption patterns. This hands-on involvement ensured that each installation met real community needs while fostering a sense of ownership.
By eliminating electricity costs, reducing emissions, and ensuring resilient water access, the solar-powered water initiative delivers a powerful combination of environmental stewardship and social value. It demonstrates how targeted renewable energy investments can uplift communities while advancing broader sustainability goals.
For more information about the TSM Excellence
Awards and past winners, please visit www.mining.ca/ tsm-excellence-awards.
The mining industry is a major sector of Canada’s economy, contributing $117 billion to the national GDP and is responsible for 21 percent of Canada’s total domestic exports. Canada’s mining sector employs 694,000 people directly and indirectly across the country. The industry is proportionally the largest private sector employer of Indigenous peoples in Canada and a major customer of Indigenous-owned businesses.
About MAC
The Mining Association of Canada is the national organization for the Canadian mining industry. Its members account for most of Canada’s production of base and precious metals, uranium, diamonds, metallurgical coal, mined oil sands and industrial minerals and are actively engaged in mineral exploration, mining, smelting, refining and semi-fabrication. Please visit www.mining.ca. SP
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Unique ABG Screed Delivers High Performance
Winning a prestigious industry award requires more than meeting specifications. It demands careful planning, proven processes, an experienced crew and the right equipment.
“The best contractors don’t just meet the standards – they go beyond them,” said Thomas Wilson of Andale Construction, based in Wichita, Kansas. “Every project presents unique challenges that must be met head-on.”
Andale did exactly that while placing more than 1 million square feet of Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) in 22 days on the Embarcadero Gateway Building jobsite in Laredo, Texas. The project included unique geotechnical challenges, which Andale overcame with the help of an innovative developer, Farias Development, LTD., and the geo-technical expertise of Howland Engineering and Surveying Co. Inc. The team was one of the first to use RCC in Laredo, Texas.
The efforts paid off, as the group earned the Gold designation in the RCC (industrial/
commercial) category of the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) Excellence in Concrete Pavement Awards. ACPA, founded nearly six decades ago, is a federation of contractors, cement materials manufacturers, equipment manufacturers/distributors, and other industry stakeholders who act as the voice of the concrete paving industry.
Andale found a distinct advantage in using an ABG 8820 paver equipped with a high-compaction VDT-V 89 double-tamper vario screed – a patented design unique to Ammann’s ABG products.
Why Pre-Compaction Matters
RCC behaves more like aggregate base than plastic concrete, making early mechanical energy critical. A tamper screed provides that
energy. “It delivers immediate, deep compaction and reduces the number of roller passes required,” Wilson said.
ABG developed the double-tamper screed to provide even more pre-compaction and a high-quality surface.
“With a double-tamper, the material is compacted twice before the screed leaves it behind,” Wilson said. “We’re achieving up to 98% pre-compaction, and the ABG screed is the reason why. We tested competitive systems and didn’t find another paver and screed combination that could consistently reach that density while paving a 6-inch to 10-inch mat.”
How Double-Tamper Technology Works
Double-tamper screeds strike the material twice before it reaches the baseplates, delivering 5% to 7% higher
pre-compaction than singletamper designs. Achieving up to 98% density behind the screed significantly reduces roller passes, fuel use, emissions, equipment wear – all while improving smoothness and overall quality.
The first tamper redistributes material and begins compacting the mat. The second enhances density and uniformity. By the time the material reaches the baseplates, it is already compacted and leveled. The baseplates provide the
finished, smooth mat surface.
This technology has proven effective for asphalt courses, granular materials, RCC and cement-bound materials – especially in applications where traditional compaction is difficult.
On The Jobsite
On the Laredo jobsite, density up to 98% was registered on the 7-3/4”-thick RCC mat before rollers even hit the material. The paver was followed by a 10-ton roller.
Pre-compaction by the unique ABG double-tamper system eliminates passes of the roller – the number varies from one job to the next – which lowers costs and minimizes the potential for surface damage. On average, the ABG paver reduces a minimum of two paver passes when compared to the other available pavers with “highdensity screeds,” Wilson said. The paver is able to place extremely thick lifts because
the pre-compaction provides such deep density.
On some jobs, the high level of pre-compaction has allowed Andale to use smaller, more cost-effective rollers instead of larger models.
Smoothness and Joints
Achieving smoothness when placing RCC is a unique process. With asphalt, there are multiple lifts of mix – and multiple opportunities to iron out bumps. RCC offers only one opportunity, in the form of a single thick pass, which makes subgrade preparation and pre-compaction crucial.
RCC has zero slump and historically wasn’t finished. Modern RCC is troweled and finished with a broom. Andale prefers to
use ACEiT Industries Blue as a finishing aid when troweling before applying the broom finish.
Andale utilizes ACEiT Industries SF-200 additives in the RCC mix when fresh-joint paving. The additive delays mix set times and improves workability, compaction and finishing. For construction joints, Andale over-paves by 6” and later saw-cuts a new edge – a practice Wilson calls “cheap insurance” to ensure structural integrity.
Joint work is made significantly easier with the VDT-V 89 screed, which features a variable width and an advanced crown profile screed that will break 10º +/- in the wings.
“It’s the Cadillac of screeds,” Wilson said.
Cost Savings Are Common With RCC When Compared to Conventional Concrete
Andale is a pioneer in modern RCC, having offered the application for more than 15 years.
“When we first started placing RCC, most customers hadn’t heard of it,” Wilson said. “We had to offer warranties to convince them to try it. When we had the opportunity to pave a project for a customer, we made sure to place a quality product – no matter what. In this industry your reputation is everything. Most of our customers are repeat customers.”
In those early years, and even to this day, price is what often convinces the customer to consider RCC. “The lower cost gets their attention, and then we have an opportunity to educate,” Wilson said.
Wilson said RCC is usually more affordable due to:
• Lower overall material expenses
• Reduced labor through the use of a paver instead of traditional concrete placement equipment
• No rebar requirements
• Faster curing and tighter schedules
The savings add up. “The
use of RCC on the (awardwinning) Laredo project resulted in savings of 10-17% compared to traditional concrete construction,” Wilson said. “Cost savings are common, and on large projects it can reach millions.”
Specialized Concrete Plants Required For RCC
“RCC can’t be made in your normal dry-batch concrete plant down the street,” Wilson said. “Because it’s such a dry mix, RCC requires a pugmill to efficiently mix at the production rates required for placement.”
Mike Conley of Ammann sees the RCC market as poised for growth. “We value our partnership with Andale Construction and the Roller Compacted Concrete Pavement Council,” said Conley, Director of Sales & Distribution Development at Ammann America. “Together, we’re advancing RCC use and applications. The ABG paver and double-tamper screed have delivered outstanding performance, and we’re proud to support the industry leaders putting this technology to work.” SP
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AGGREGATE
Superior Builds World’s Largest Telescopic Stacking Conveyor…Again!
Superior Industries, Inc., a US-based manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, recently completed design and manufacturing work on what could be the largest telescopic radial stacking conveyor in the world.
The brand-new and patented TeleStacker Conveyor model is a 48-inch-wide by 210-feet-long telescoping conveyor (1220mm x 64m). It’s capable of building 425,000-ton stockpiles (315,000 cubic yards). Superior says the record-breaking stacker will be used to unload dry bulk ships along the Atlantic Coast in Florida.
Operators at the port will take advantage of the TeleStacker Conveyor’s Pile Pro Automation. This userfriendly, Superior designed and supported system automatically controls the stacker’s actions while building partially or fully-desegregated stockpiles. Some popular features include pile volume reporting, maintenance triggers and diagnostics screens.
In 2022, Superior celebrated 25 years of manufacturing its famous TeleStacker Conveyor. During that time, the conveyor earned a reputation as the best tool for defeating costly material segregation while bulk stockpiling. Superior says it manufactures about a dozen standard sizes and is always willing to customize every inch of the conveyor for premiere performance in any application. SP
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Turning Excess Material into Premium M-Sand
Autosand conversion increases sand production by 65 MTPH.
A 300 TPH aggregate crushing plant operating a three-stage configuration was facing a bottleneck in its sand manufacturing process. The plant was producing 45-50 MTPH of 5-12 mm aggregate with limited market demand, leading to stockpiles and reduced profitability.
To address this, the plant required a solution to increase M-Sand production and optimize the crushing circuit.
Crushing plants can improve profitability by converting low-demand aggregate into high-value manufactured sand through circuit optimization.
The Challenge
The plant was generating significant volumes of 5–12 mm material, which had limited market demand.
Key challenges included:
• 45–50 MTPH of unsel-
lable material
• Increasing stockpiles and storage pressure
• Lower recovery of 0–4 mm manufactured sand
• Rehandling of material
Excess mid-size aggregate often reduces plant efficiency when it cannot be converted into saleable products.
The Solution
To improve sand recovery, the plant added a Terex MPS MTC1300 Autosand Cone Crusher.
Excess 5–12 mm material was redirected into the Autosand cone, where it was converted into high-quality manufactured sand with improved particle shape and gradation.
Autosand solution enables crushing plants to convert mid-size aggregate into premium M-Sand by optimizing particle shape and gradation.
New NPK Dealer
In Ontario
NPK is pleased to announce RTI Equipment Solutions as our newest authorized dealer, serving the Greater Ontario Region.
The Results
The addition of the MTC1300 Autosand Cone Crusher delivered measurable improvements:
• +65 MTPH increase in 0–4 mm premium manufactured sand
• Complete elimination of the 5–12 mm unsellable fraction
• Improved crushing circuit efficiency
• Reduced stockpile pressure
• Increased revenue potential
By converting excess aggregate into premium MSand, the plant improved both operational efficiency and profitability.
Optimizing the crushing circuit can significantly increase sand production without major plant modifications.
Why Autosand?
Terex MPS Autosand solutions help aggregate producers:
• Increase manufactured sand production
• Improve particle shape and gradation
• Optimize crushing circuit performance
• Convert excess material into high-value products Autosand solutions are designed to maximize MSand output while reducing waste and improving plant efficiency. SP
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vice-driven foundation. That commitment continues to shape their operations today.
RTI provides rental and sales solutions fully supported by parts and service, with a clear focus on keeping customer equipment running and productive. Headquartered in Innisfil, Ontario, RTI is a full-line dealer for Hyundai and Bomag and is expanding with a second location opening soon in London, Ontario.
NPK is excited to partner with RTI Equipment Solutions and looks forward to supporting their team as they deliver exceptional service to customers throughout Ontario. Together, we are committed to ensuring equipment owners receive the reliable products, parts, and support they need to stay productive. SP
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Powerscreen Celebrates 60 Years of Mobile Screening At Hillhead 2026
Powerscreen, a global manufacturer of mobile crushing, screening and conveying equipment, will mark its 60th anniversary at Hillhead 2026 alongside long-standing UK distributor Blue Group, bringing together the pioneering ideas that established mobile screening in the 1960s with the modern crushing and screening solutions that define the brand today.
Exhibiting from a new, expanded location at stand H6, a focal point will be the fully refurbished MK1 screening unit, the original machine that launched the Powerscreen story and helped establish the concept of mobile screening. Visitors will be able to explore the history of MK1, its role in shaping the industry and the restoration process through historical material and video content.
A Hall of Fame induction will take place during the show, recognising individuals who have played a significant role in the brand’s development over the past six decades.
That heritage is reinforced by the current machines on display, including the Chieftain 2200 triple deck screen, the largest inclined screen in the Powerscreen range. Developed for high-output applications requiring con-
sistent, high-specification material, the Chieftain 2200 features a patented configurable drive system and dual screenbox design that allow it to operate efficiently across a wide range of applications.
“Powerscreen pioneered mobile screening, fundamentally changing how aggregates are processed worldwide,” said Sean Loughran, Business Line Director for Powerscreen.
“Early machines such as the MK1 were at the forefront of mobile processing, while the Chieftain design platform went on to provide the blueprint for many modern mobile aggregate screens. As a result, the Powerscreen name has become closely associated with mobile screening globally, with model names such as Chieftain now widely recognised across the industry.”
Also on the stand will be the Premiertrak R450 jaw
crusher, developed for quarrying, recycling, demolition and mining applications. The machine is offered with an independent pre-screen option that delivers practical benefits in high-fines material, reducing wear, increasing throughput and improving end-product quality.
Looking ahead, visitors will be able to view an early example of the next stage in Powerscreen’s product development, with a prototype version of the 1000X Maxtrak cone crusher forming part of the wider display.
Beyond the equipment itself, the stand will also highlight the broader support and solutions available to customers through Powerscreen and Blue Group, including TRAC, a multi-sensor solution to improve screening equipment performance and durability and INNEX, a new
digital brand to improve end user experience through consolidated tools and AI driven capabilities.
“Reaching a 60-year milestone brings the focus back to what has always mattered at Powerscreen,” continued Loughran. “Strong machine
design, effective support and long-standing relationships remain central to the business, alongside continual innovation to improve the end-user experience and deliver a strong return on investment. Hillhead allows us to acknowledge that his-
tory and to thank distributors such as Blue Group, as well as those inducted into our Hall of Fame, for their role in supporting customers and the global growth of the brand.” SP
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The OG: Powerscreen MK1 screening unit
Powerscreen Chieftain 2200
MAJOR Showcases Innovative Screen Media Solutions
MAJOR, a leading global manufacturer of high-performance wire screen media, will showcase its FLEX-MAT screen media and woven wire screens at Hillhead 2026.
“Hillhead gives quarry and mine operators the chance to have direct conversations with our team about how to move more material through their screening process with less blinding and pegging,” said Mike Offermans, Director of Sales and Market Development in Europe. “With our recent expansion in Europe through our partner, Haver & Boecker Niagara, and the support of strong local industry expertise, customers get the right solutions faster across the UK and Ireland. Together, we are further streamlining our European footprint to address the market’s unique challenges while helping customers improve production targets.”
At the stand, MAJOR will
display samples of its screen media solutions, including:
• FLEX-MAT® Modular Screen Media - This advanced, modular screen media series includes all the benefits of FLEXMAT — a high open area, efficient stratification, no blinding and pegging — with a specialty design to withstand harsh screening conditions. The screen media comes in a variety of patterns, including the D, S and T series for differing material sizes and shapes.
• FLEX-MAT® Tensioned Screen Media - This highvibration screen media uses lime-green polyurethane strips that allow each wire to vibrate inde-
Epiroc Extends Warranty For Selected Excavator Attachments
Epiroc introduces an extended warranty program that strengthens long-term equipment reliability for customers operating in demanding demolition, construction and rock excavation environments.
Beginning January 2026 retroactively, selected excavator attachments equipped with HATCON will be delivered with an extended warranty covering 36 months or a defined number of operating hours—up to 3,000 hours depending on product range, whichever occurs first. The warranty applies to: Epiroc Combi Cutters, Concrete Busters, Bulk and Demolition Pulverizers and Hydraulic Compactors. It further includes all transverse drum cutters and V Cutters manufactured by Epiroc and Erkat – Powered by Epiroc, provided they are equipped with HATCON.
The extended warranty is exclusively available for attachments fitted with HATCON, Epiroc’s digital module enabling real-time monitoring of operating data.
HATCON enables full transparency into actual operating hours, load and utilization patterns and required service intervals to just name a few. Epiroc InSite acts as an integrated digital support platform, offering continuous insight into attachment performance. The system assists operators and fleet managers with maintenance planning, early issue detection, and
pendently from hook to hook, improving material stratification and screening efficiency. FLEXMAT Tensioned Screen Media is available in both side-tensioned or endtensioned configurations with optional side seals, overlaps and crown deck adapters.
• Woven Wire ScreensMAJOR woven screens feature industry-leading OPTIMUMWIRE® engineered with extremely tight crimps and a precise weave pattern to deliver longer wear life and improved screening consistency.
“European quarries and mines are under constant pressure to increase throughput without increasing maintenance costs,” said Matej Grm, MAJOR’s European Territory Manager. “OPTIMUMWIRE is engineered to help our customers screen more material in the same period of time while reducing the frequency of changeouts and improving overall efficiency. At Hillhead, our focus is on identifying screen media solutions that deliver measurable value to their applications and addresses their unique challenges.”
MAJOR is a HAVER & BOECKER company. To learn more about the benefits of MAJOR screen media, visit www.majorflexmat.com. SP
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improved cost predictability. Together, HATCON and InSite create a data-driven foundation for granting longer warranty periods.
Epiroc’s hydraulic attachments are engineered for longevity, with materials, geometry, and manufacturing precision selected to withstand the mechanical stress of continuous heavy-duty use. The decision to offer a warranty of up to 36 months—or the defined operating hour limits—reflects the company’s continued confidence in its products’ durability and field performance. SP
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MAJOR’s FLEX-MAT® screen media and woven wire screens. MAJOR
Astec Launches A50 Jaw Crusher
Astec Industries is proud to announce the official launch of the A50 jaw crusher, the first model in its new A-series line of jaw crushers.
Representing a bold evolution in crushing technology, the A50 is the beginning of a new era for Astec—one that will see a full lineup of A-series jaw crushers introduced over the coming months and years.
Innovation, Refined.
Performance, Redefined.
Drawing on the proven legacy of Pioneer, Telsmith, and Osborn jaw crushers, the A50 is an evolution of decades of engineering excellence, designed for high performance
in demanding primary applications. The A50 delivers on durability, performance and includes many new features for safer operation and maintenance.
“The A50 jaw crusher is a true representation of what we can achieve through our OneASTEC NPD strategy. By bringing together the best engineering expertise and proven designs from across our legacy brands, we’ve created a machine that represents both our legacy and establishes a new benchmark in future jaw
crusher design. The A50 sets a new standard in crushing performance and is the start of an exciting new chapter in crushing technology,” says VP of Product Management, Stephen Whyte.
Engineered for Excellence
• Keyed and Bolted Frame: Eliminates high-stress welded joints for enhanced structural integrity and long-term durability.
• Solid Side Plates: Removed weak points and cutouts in mainframe side plates, boosting reliability and adding strength where required.
• Cast Swing Jaw with Angled Wear Plate: Prevents material bridging and strengthens high-stress zones for superior performance under heavy loads.
• Longer Liners with Improved Nip Angle: Maximizes material grip, reduces wear, and increases crushing efficiency.
• Interchangeable Fixed and Swing Liners: Extends wear part life, simplifies maintenance, and lowers operating costs.
• Patented Interchangeable Toggle Assemblies: Hydraulic and mechanical
options eliminate heavy wedges and side plate cutouts for fast, safe adjustments and quick resets after an uncrushable event.
• High Inertia Flywheels: Heavy-duty flywheels for reduced horsepower requirements and classleading stroke for higher capacity.
• Engineered Isolation Mounts: Rubber mounts isolate crushing forces, reduce stress on chassis frames and mounting structures.
Built on Proven Legacy. Designed for Today. Ready for Tomorrow.
The A50 is more than a new jaw crusher; it combines decades of proven jaw crusher design with market-leading innovation. Astec has created a crusher that delivers the durability, efficiency, and performance producers demand today while laying the foundation for the future of the A-Series line. With the launch of the A50, Astec honors its legacy while delivering safer, easier operation and maintenance, helping customers lower their cost per ton. SP
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CONSTRUCTION
SAKAI Adds New Dealer In Canada
SAKAI America is strengthening its presence in the Canadian construction market by appointing Amaco Construction Equipment as its exclusive authorized dealer for Ontario.
This strategic partnership provides Ontario contractors and municipalities with localized access to SAKAI’s world-class compaction equipment, including high-performance vibratory soil compactors and asphalt rollers designed for everything from municipal roads to major highway paving. By combining SAKAI’s global reputation for durable pavement compaction technology with Amaco’s Mississauga-based service and support, this expansion ensures that the Ontario roadbuilding industry has the roadbuilding machinery and technical expertise required to maximize job site efficiency across the province. SP
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New & used conveyors, from 20’ to 120’, radial or transfer conveyors, quick delivery.
Tyalta Industries info@tyalta.com 1-800-960-9939
Barford TR6536 tracked stacker for sale. 65’ long, 36” wide, Cat engine 500 hrs, folding conveyor, reinforced hopper, can be electric or hydraulic drive, excellent, $150,000 CAD. Contact Gerrard for more info.
Link Belt LS-98 crane for sale. Power down on one, hydraulic 3rd drum, independent travel, torque convertor. Certified & work ready. $60,000. Contact for more details. True Foundation Co tfcc@live.com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 5031
CRUSHERS - Cone
For all crushing equipment requirements. Sales, service, & parts - Mormak Equipment. Vernon, BC. Mormak Equipment info@mormak.com 250-542-7350
CRUSHERS - Impact
1999 Cedarapids Model 2600 VSI Crusher. Portable plant, self-contained w/ Cummins QSX19-600 HP diesel. Work ready condition, $155,000 OBO. Lone Pine Equipment sales@lonetrack.ca 604-657-7167
Metso LT1110 impact crusher for sale. 41” x 31”, 1,200 hrs, in excellent condition, one owner, 34-ton, magnet, 300HP Cat tier 4. Langley, BC. $499,000. Call Gerrard for more info. Norstone Excavating gerrardbwhite@gmail.com 604-866-0482
CRUSHERS - Jaw
2008 Mormak 3054 Jaw Screen Plant for sale. Cedarapids 3054 jaw, Cedarapids 6 x 16 – 2 Deck HD scalper c/w 38 series brgs, 4 - hyd run on jack,16 wheel, 60” folding discharge conveyor, HD 60” under screen conveyor, removeable rear skid, lots of guarding, excellent condition. Contact Ron at Top Rock Equipment for more details.
Top Rock Equipment Ltd ronstennes@gmail.com 780-803-2533
Cedar Rapids 30x42 Jaw Crusher on Tridem Carrier. Vibrating finger feeder, adjustable 42” discharge convey, & 1 extra new jaw plate. Contact for more info. $150,000.
Crushing Operation Equipment for sale on Vancouver Island. Includes Minyu jaw crusher 1988 c/w vibrating Grizzly 30x42” on a tridem carrier $135,000. Conica 2002, vertical shaft impact crusher on a HD 2-axle carrier, $60,000. Fasoli double deck screener w/ perm magnet, side discharge, $49,000. Plus Cat 980G loader, dozers, & gen sets. Contact Rick Penner for more details.
Boneyards of the Pacific usediron@gmail.com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7837
CR1145 Closed Circuit Crush Plant. 6203LP Horizontal Screen Deck, 36” Skid Feeder with Tipping Grid, Container with MCC and QSX 15 Generator, Fuel Station and Tank, 36”x50’ Mormak Static Conveyor, McCloskey 80’ Stacker. All equipment to include cables and plugs. Contact for more details. 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7854
• 3412 Cat GenSet 906KVA,
• TD20G & TD20E Dressers, w/winch & ripper POR.
• 2000 Timberjack 4x4 20K lb Forklift $12,500.
• Model 5000-21 Superlift Str Boom Crane $3,950.
• 2012 Alkota National Pressure Washer $4,950.
• (2) Kobelco 210 Processors POR.
• 2010 JD Buncher 953K w/ 8779 9 Hrs POR.
TRUCKS
& TRAILERS
• 2019 International MV Reefer POR.
• 550 Ford Service Truck POR.
• 2012 Grey KW Tri-Drive w/ ISX POR.
• 2006 FL w/ Series 60 POR.
• 1994 Peerless Tridem Pull Trailer POR.
• 2003 International 4300 w/ Dry Van *as is* POR.
• 2004 FL Columbia DDE 12 8, Meritor RD-20-145 $18,500.
• 2008 KW Red T800 Tri-Drive, Cummins ISX POR.
• 1990 Peerless S/A Jump Jeep $11,500.
• 42ft Fruehauf Camp TRLR w/Duetz, GenSet, Potable Water Tank $18,500.
• Cottrell Car Hauler $9,500.
• 2005 Cancade Tridem End Dump $28,500.
• Tandem Clam Dump $14,500.
• Tandem Pup Gravel Trailer POR.
• 1999 Superior Super B Logging Trailer POR.
• Tridem Hayracks POR.
• Assorted Water Tanks and Trailers Available POR.
• 2013 Volvo D13 Auto Shift POR.
• 1990 IHC DT466 Flat Deck $6,500.
• 2009 Durastar S/A w/ Reefer Van, 26 ft Van $39,900.
• 1999 FL80 Tandem 24' Deck, Moffat Fork Lift $19,500.
1987 Dresser TD20G Dozer for sale. Steering Clutches replaced 1000 hrs ago. Undercarriage 80%. Cutting edge 70%. Comes with winch and a ripper. Comes with $30,000+ worth of parts. Price includes delivery to as far south as Nanaimo. $49,000. Port Hardy, BC. Nahwitti River Contracting garybmcmillan@hotmail. com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7610
2012 Cat D5K2 dozer for sale. 6-way blade, 8,700hrs, full cab heat & a/c, winch w/ 300’ of new cable. Front blade has new surface and cutting edges. $87,500. Contact Dan for more details.
Dan realestate@danflokstra. com 604-309-2300
DRILLS - Foundation
2019 SoilMec SR95 foundation drill for sale. 10,705hrs, rotary head torque of 351 kNm, 4-stage locking Kelly bar. Cat C15 Acert 540hp @ 1,800rpm tier 4 final. $989,500. Contact for more details. Mavan Equipment PHONE: 778-998-4982
DRILLS - Rock
1976 Ingersoll Rand 66PD for sale. Air track rock drill w/ joy compressor. Squamish, BC. $10,000. Contact Joe for more details. Murrin Construction jmcinnis@murrin.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7834
2006 Tamrock Ranger 800 rock drill. Somewhat tired, but compressor has under 1,000hrs & hammer recently rebuilt. 14,997hrs, $60,000. Squamish, BC. Contact Joe for more details.
Murrin Construction jmcinnis@murrin.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7834
ENGINES
Large inventory of used and rebuilt Detroit Diesel, Cat, Cummins, Perkins, Deutz, & Volvo engines. P.G. Truck & Equipment
Prince George Truck & Equipment info@pgtruck.com 1-800-946-9400
EXCAVATORS
2022 Cat 306 CR excavator for sale. 91 hrs, Cat C2.4 eng. #607278. $123,510. Contact for more details. Abenante Motor Group PHONE: 855-717-7048
2006 Volvo E330LC excavator for sale. 12,436hrs, full platform, 33T machine, pin on thumb, & work great. $66,500. Located in New Brunswick. Contact for more details. Akerley Equipment PHONE: 506-872-9466
2011 John Deere 270D LC excavator for sale. New batteries, new EGR cooler, new starter, U/C approx 1,000 hrs. 40” 5 tooth bkt or 36” rock bkt & 60” cleanup bkt. Other attachments avail. Great condition, $60,000. Contact Ron for more info.
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7739
2008 John Deere 350D excavator for sale. Engine has less than 1,000 hrs; hour meter shows hours since new. 13,700 frame hrs, all pins & bushings done in past 2,000hrs, U/C is approx 3,500hrs. Tool & stick cylinders rebuilt, hyd pumps & gear drive rebuilt, new engine rad, & new hyd fan. Powerful digger and favourite to run. $50,000 OBO. Call for more info. 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7739
2013 Volvo EC220 excavator for sale. Comes w/ SG 50 (V) vibratory pile driver, rotating log grapple (Robotec), & cleanup bucket. Volvo has 13,300hrs and recently received a brand new undercarriage. Pile driver has approx 1,800hrs. Selling as a package, $285,000. Contact for more details.
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7851
1998 Komatsu PC200-6 excavator for sale. Comes w/ hyd thumb/cab guard, 36” digging bkt, 60” C/U, 60” heavy duty brush rake, owner operated, excellent running condition. $57,000 OBO. Contact for more info. JFW Excavating Ltd. jfwexcavatingltd@shaw. ca
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 5484
JCB 245XR excavator for sale. 500hrs, 26-ton zero tailswing, balance of warranty, hyd quick coupler. Dig & cleanup bkts, full cab guards, excellent condition. $275,000. Contact Gerard for more info. Norstone Excavating gerrardbwhite@gmail.com 604-866-0482
Liebherr R924 excavator for sale. 24 ton, tier 3i/ No Def, full cab guards, heavy built thumb, 2 way hammer lines, dig and clean up, full Liebherr service history, 4850 hours, $ 150,000 CAD. Call Gerrard for more info.
FELLER BUNCHERS
2014 Tigercat L870C feller buncher for sale. 2nd engine (newer vs hrs), good condition & ready to work. Roughly 19k hrs, $125,000. Contact for more details.
Antler Creek Logging Ltd antlercreeklogging@ shaw.ca
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7254
2014 Tigercat 870 for sale. Good condition & ready to work. 16k hrs, $140,000. Contact for more details.
Antler Creek Logging Ltd antlercreeklogging@ shaw.ca
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7254
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FORWARDERS
2013 John Deere 1210E forwarder for sale. Cab w/ AC, 8x8, fixed narrow, chains, stacking blade. #1U001425 $130,000. Located in Nova Scotia. Contact for more details. Brandt Tractor PHONE: 888-227-2638
GRADERS
2004 Volvo 720B Grader for sale. 5,700hrs, second owner, ready to go to work! $75,000. Debolt, AB. DeBolt Contracting Ltd. (Dave) deboltc1@gmail.com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 6956
HAMMERS
Cat 305E2 hydraulic hammer for sale. Price reduced, $10,000. Contact for more details. Mike Jones. m.j.enterprises.ltd@ gmail.com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 6655
HARVESTERS
2018 John Deere 1270G harvester for sale. 14,500hrs, in very good working condition, 2 sets of tracks (75% good), all service done & ready to work. $279,000. Contact for more details.
Valhalla Equipment Inc 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7787
LOADERS - Skid Steer
2022 JCB 270 skid steer for sale. Excellent condition, high flow, comes w/ bucket & snow blower, brush mower, & mulcher. 248hrs. $84,995. Contact for more details.
2004 Case 60XT skid steer for sale. New 72” bkt, new tires, joystick hand controls, aux hyd. Cummins power runs strong. 5,600hrs. $25,000. Contact for more details.
Bill tippycanoe@shaw.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 6774
2022 John Deere Skid Steer Model 330G. Low hours, pristine cab, AC, backup camera. Comes with: 84” cleanup bkt, 84” rough bucket, pallet forks, 2 pairs of chains, and a trailer mover. $69,900. Contact for more info.
Greta Raymond gretaraymond3016@ gmail.com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7657
Skid Steer Door offers after-market cab enclosures for ASV/Terex, Bobact, Case, Cat, Volvo, New Holland, & more skid steers. They include full frontal operator protection and are made with extreme strength materials! Canadian Made. Lifetime Warranty.
SkidSteerDoor.com
Skid Steer Door leightonberry@icloud. com 204-955-5273
LOADERS - Track
2022 Cat 289D3 tracked skid steer for sale. Mint condition, comes w/ grapple, bucket, and forks. 1,585hrs. $90,000. Contact for more details. 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 6827
LOADERS - Wheel
2022 Volvo L25H compact loader for sale. In near new condition, enclosed cab, 64HP, aux hyd, 117hrs. $115,000. Contact for more details.
2002 John Deere 444H loader for sale. Comes w/ heavy mast fork lift attach, 100HP, 1.75-2.5 cubic yards bkt capacity. 4-spd trans w/ auto-shift. Enclosed cab w/ heat, designed for operator comfort. Bkt not included. $32,500. Contact Sean for more details. Phoenix Trailers seanm@phoenixtrailers.ca 833-393-2740
2023 John Deere 444P Wheel Loader for sale. Like new, 124HP performance, auto shift, enclosed cab w/ AC, rear camera, aux hyd/ coupler, 100” bkt, & 1,252hrs. $199,900. Call for more info.
Liebherr L580 loader for sale. 4,500hrs, 5m3 bkt, quick hitch, large pallet forks, full Liebherr service history, good tires, Tier 3i/no Def. Ready for work, $245,000 CDN. Call Gerrard for more info. Norstone Excavating gerrardbwhite@gmail.com 604-866-0482
PARTS
Lower Madill body for sale. Fully refurbished, w/ final drives. $45,000. Contact for more details.
Antler Creek Logging Ltd antlercreeklogging@ shaw.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7254
2250B Madill Feller Buncher parts for sale. Contact for more details. Antler Creek Logging Ltd antlercreeklogging@ shaw.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7254
PC360i Excavator, Automatic Grade Control, Hyd Quick Change, Digging Bucket and Cleanup Bucket, Only 3710 Hours. Ripper & V-Bucket also available $235,000
2015 Komatsu PC308LC Excavator, Topcon 2D Grade Control, Hyd Quick Change, Digging and Cleanup Bucket, NO DEF 8704 Hours. Wrist Bucket, Ripper & V Bucket also available $170,000
2012 Komatsu PC138LC Excavator, Quick Change with 2 Buckets, New Undercarriage at 6474 Hours, 7645 Hours NO DEF. Wrist Bucket, V Bucket and HoPac also available $65,000
2007 Komatsu PC228LC-3 Excavator, with Blade, Quick Change With 2 Buckets, 13100 Hours $70,000
1997 Mack DM690 6X6 Water Truck, Front, Rear and Side Discharge, New Transm. and Clutch at 6044 Hours, doesn’t use oil, 6 Speed Transm., 10315 Hours $65,000
1991 D7H Dozer, with HD Beales Angle Blade and Ripper Rebuilt Engine at 16278 hours, new undercarriage at 17226 Hours, Rebuilt Transm. and Torc at 19500 Hours 20100 Hours $95,000
2021 Yanmar 50-6A Mini-Excavator, Hyd Pin Grabber, Hyd Thumb,3 Buckets, Blade, NO DEF, 2322 Hours $58,000
2015 Komatsu D51i dozer, with 6-way Blade and Ripper, Automatic Grade Control, New undercarriage at 5700 Hours, New Drive Coupling at 5888 Hours, NO DEF, 6554 Hours $139,000
Extec S3 Track Mounted 3 Deck Screener, new side belts at 2750 Hours, Extra Screens and rollers, 3606 Hours $95,000
Contact Doug at 1 (833) 777-1971 x7300
Dismantling a 966C Cat Loader for parts. Hyd tank with 3rd valve, cylinders - lift, tilt & steering, bell cranks, levers & links, planetaries, differentials, hyd pump, starter & alternator. Located in Chase, BC. Merlin Gise merlin.gise@shaw.ca 250-819-4444
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ROADBUILDERS
2016 John Deere 2454D
Roadbuilder for sale. Comes w/ 66” cleanup bucket, 42” dig bucket, stump splitter, Daequip log grapple, Accurate 84” brush rake, Accurate hydraulic coupler. 4,641hrs. $299,900. Call for more info.
Chieftain 1700 double deck screener for sale. 6,432hrs on Cat 4.4 eng, 1-owner. $325,000. Call Andrew for more details. 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7855
SCREENING EQ.
EVOQUIP 1600 aggressive 5’x16’ 2-deck heavy-duty scalping screen (converts to 2-way split) for aggregate, mining, quarry, C&D waste, and recycling applications. C/W adjustable throw, variable screen angle, reversible side discharge conveyors. Contact for more details. Foreman Equipment PHONE: 1-888-852-9021
Sandvik QE241 scalping screener for sale. 3 discharge conveyors, new 3.5” top plates & 1” screen mesh bottoms. Self-propelled track unit, new control box/cord. Cat diesel tier 4, approx. 40k lbs. 2,381hrs. $179,000. Contact Charles for more details.
J. Cote and Son Excavating Ltd charles.kemp@jcote.net 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7842
McCloskey 621 screener drum. Comes w/ 1/2” screens, used only 50 hrs, $30,000, open to offers. Contact Eugene for more info. EJR Trucking ejrtrucking@yahoo.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 6850
2020 McCloskey R155 Scalping Screen for Sale. 16’ x 5’ double deck screen, excellent condition. Cat engine 1,900 hours. $325,000. Contact for more details.
2005 Morgan SX706 SB swing boom grapple skidder for sale. 6,000hrs, in good working condition, 1 set of tracks on the bogie axle (70% good) and chains on the front tires.
A few spare parts like joysticks, cylinders, etc. $79,000. Contact for more details.
Valhalla Equipment Inc 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7787
TANKS - Vacuum
2008 Hurricane 500 industrial vacuum for sale. Comes w/ tile grinder, hoses, attachments, & quantity of bags. 1,500hrs, $135,000. Contact for more details.
Adair’s Demolition Ltd. adairsdemolition@gmail. com
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 4911
TIRES
Yokohama Tires for sale. New set of 4, 26.5 x 25. $20,000. Grader tires, 2-1600-24, advance, new, $900 each. Located in Chase, BC. Merlin Gise merlin.gise@shaw.ca 250-819-4444
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TRAILERS
NEW 2027 Arne’s Tridem Ultramax side dump trailer for sale. Hendrickson Intraax 250 air-ride. Contact for more details. Summit Trailers PHONE: 780-447-4488
2015 iMast Coil Tubing Mast trailer for sale. Consists of a wet-kit, Trailer, Boom & Crown. Self-sustain telescoping mast unit, capable of deploying the injector to multiple well heads within its load radius, provides flexibility of a crane w/ safety of a masted coil unit. Call for price. Located in Calgary, AB. Contact Sean at Phoenix Trailers for more info.
Phoenix Trailers PHONE: 833-393-2740
2013 Western Quad 53’ belt trailer for sale. In good condition, 92.8cu yards, 48” belt, 1st & 4th axle lift, good tires, fresh CVIP. $55,000. Contact for more details.
Skidsteer - 246C - 2011, Forks, Hyd Angle Blade $32,000 Wheel Loader - 950 - 1969, GP Bucket, Major WOs OFFERS Wheel Loader - 966D - 1985, Major WOs $37,500 Wheel Loader - 926M - 2019, QA Bucket $179,500
2009 Western 53’ tri axle belt trailer for sale. In good condition, 48” belt, lift axles, CVIP expires Oct 31. $42,500. Contact for more details. Agri-Trans Services Inc john.vanderknyff@agritrans.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7125
1991 Midland Pup End Dump trailer for sale. MVI active, good mechanical condition, could use paint. $9,000 + GST. Contact for more info.
2024 Phoenix tridem equipment hauler trailer for sale. Never used, lightweight & durable, aluminum spring assisted ramps. $35,000. Contact Sean for more details. Phoenix Trailers seanm@phoenixtrailers.ca 833-393-2740
2007 Arne’s Jeep single axle trailer for sale. New tires, airbags, in good condition. $22,500. Contact for more details.
Adair’s Demolition Ltd. adairsdemolition@gmail. com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 4911
2002 Trail King Tag Along trailer for sale. Has all cracks repaired, in great shape, could use paint job. $15,000 + GST. Contact for more info.
Can-Am Mills Building Supply canambldg@gmail.com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 3670
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2026 Renn Super B Flat Deck Trailer for sale. Welded bottom mount winches, j-hooks, rope hooks, toolbox lead & rear. #97962. Contact for more details.
Moxy, Terex, Volvo, John Deere, Case - specializing in off-highway applications - quality and cost-effective
TRUCKS
2024 Ford F350 XL SW 4X2 Chassis, c/w 7.3 L gas eng., 10-spd. trans., 10,500 lb. GVWR, dual batteries/410 amp Alt., 110 V./400 w. outlet, B/U cam., Pride 110 alum. welder deck, Maxilift Ant M50 crane. Options available: Paint to match cab, lights & accessories, Miller 400 AirPak welder. Priced to move at $108,000. For more info call Jim Guest Pride Bodies Ltd jguest@wabtec.com CELL 519-716-0733
2018 Kenworth T800 vacuum truck for sale. 1,538 kms, Cummins ISX 15L 565hp, #993583. $419,810. Contact for more details. Abenante Motor Group PHONE: 855-717-7048
2025 International HV607 6x4 dump truck for sale. #3664-25, tandem axle, Cummins L9 eng, 350 hp, Allison auto trans. 3,143km, $227,900. Contact for more details.
Maxim Truck & Trailer CALL: 1-888-242-6124
1994 AutoCar ACL64 logging truck for sale. N14 engine, 18-spd, 20k front, 46k rears, double lockers, comes w/ 180B Prentice log loader, totem single axle jeep, & tandem log trailer. $15,500. Contact for more details. Larry Hug l.hug@hotmail.com 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7858
2018 Peterbilt 367 for sale. Power ISX15 rear axle RT46-164E trans. Comes w/ 1028X Vanguard selfloader. Around 17k hrs.
2008 Volvo A40E Truck for sale. Comes w/ tailgate, in great shape, NO DEF, & 6,240hrs. $274,000 OBO. Kelowna, BC. Mid-Mountain Excavating Ltd.
midmtn@shaw.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7300
WANTED
WANTED: bucket for Clark Michigan 275C loader. Smokey Lake, AB. Phil 780-656-0171
WANTED: Used undercarriage or parts for older 850 Case dozer. Please call.
Dolphin Mechanical Services Ltd. Langley, BC - Call Eric 604-314-8032 dolphinmechanicalservices@telus.net
2024 Kenworth T880 dump truck for sale. 50,118kms, 1,022hrs, #15934. Day cab tandem drive. $275,000. Contact for more details. Brandt – Truck & Trailer PHONE: 844-388-2770
1998 Kenworth T800 for sale. Sleeper, N14 460 Cummins, 18spd trans, 46 rears, air ride, pup hitch & tarp. In excellent condition. $110,000. Contact for more details. 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7651
2026 Western Star 49X Dump. Stock #1200064. Cummins X15 565 HP
2050 LB. FT Manual 18 spd 20,000 FA 46,000 RA. Rigged with Nahanni box. Ready for Work! POR. Velocity Truck Centres PHONE: 1-888-652-9139
2014 Kenworth T800 Lowbed tractor, 800,000 kms, 2016 Peerless 50T tridem double drop lowbed with Jeep. Contact for more details.
Pacific Rim Equipment PHONE: (250) 493-4545
2018 Peterbilt 389 truck for sale. Comes w/ drop axle, in good condition, Cummins X15 525HP, 18spd, good tires, fresh CVIP, 608k kms, 14.8k hrs. $89,900 or $85,000 with drop axle removed. Contact for more details.
2003 Western Star cab & chassis for sale. Previous short logger w/ long rigging avail upon buyers request. CAT 6NZ, clean & well-maintained. Ready to go to work, 0km since last inspection, 18spd Eaton trans. Located in Nelson, BC. $55,000. Contact Colby for more details. Colby Weinrauch silverkingtrucker@gmail. com
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7836
Lots of parts included. New trans & clutch. New air compressor recently installed. Work comes w/ truck if very experienced self-loader operator. $250,000. Contact Gord for more info.
Three 0 Eight Contracting three0eight@shaw.ca 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7756
1986 Foremost Water Truck for sale. New lights, mirrors, & belts. Located in Debolt, AB.
2022 Volvo A25G ADT Off-Highway w/ 4,209 Hrs., Back-up Camera, Heat & A/C, Box Liner, Good Rubber, Excellent condition, Ready to work! Tailgate Available for purchase w/truck as an addon.
Central Island Rentals + Sales info@centralislandrent als.com
PHONE: 250-667-5643
Dimension Transport johnhassett2018@gmail. com
1-833-777-1971 EXT. 4149
WANTED: part-time parts person wanted in Surrey, BC. Would suit local retired person. Please send details and resume to email below or contact for more info.
Now Accepting Applications: BCTA Scholarships for 2026
BCTA is once again proud to offer its annual scholarships to support the educational goals of students connected to our Motor Carrier and Associate Members.
Whether you’re entering your first year of post-secondary studies or continuing into a second, third, or even fourth year, we encourage eligible applicants to apply.
We urge you to share this opportunity with your employees—particularly those with children planning to attend post-secondary school in the 2026/2027 academic year. While the July 31 deadline may seem far off, please don’t delay. One of the most common reasons applications are declined is that they’re incomplete. Gathering required documents like transcripts and proof of enrollment can take time, so get started early!
1988 Washington 88
Grapple Yarder. Sprag system. Complete machine rebuild. Comes with grapple, drop line carriage and miscellaneous accessories.
Grapple Yarder. Updated sprag system. Comes with grapple, drop line, carriage and miscellaneous accessories. Machine is 1 piece lowbedding. $175,000. Price discounted — amazing deal!
Contact Karl 1-833-777-1971 EXT. 7152
Next Advertising Deadline is June 12, 2026 for the July issue. Call Josh today for rates.
CALL: 1-800-663-4802
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For Students Entering First Year Post-Secondary (2026/27):
• Motor Carrier Member Award
• Associate Member Award
• Kerry Winkler Memorial Award*
For Students Entering Second or Higher Year PostSecondary (2026/27):
• Motor Carrier Member Award
• Associate Member Award
• Kerry Winkler Memorial Award*
*The Kerry Winkler Memorial Scholarships were created in memory of Kerry Winkler by his family and ColdFront, his former employer. One scholarship is awarded to a high school graduate entering their first year of post-secondary, funded by ColdFront, and one is awarded to a returning student entering at least their second year, funded by the Winkler family.
Alliance Concrete Pumps is expanding its Aldergrove, B.C. manufacturing facility to keep pace with growing demand from customers across North America.
The expansion will significantly increase production capacity, enhance manufacturing efficiency, and reduce lead times, positioning Alliance to deliver more equipment to market, faster.
“This expansion is a direct result of the strong momentum we’re seeing from our customers,” said Clayton White, President and CEO. “Demand for our equipment continues to grow, and we are investing to ensure we can scale with it—delivering more units, with greater speed and consistency, without compromising quality.”
This latest development will round out the 10-acre property in Aldergrove with
this third building featuring (9) new 115ft long production bays, 9,000 sq ft of additional parts warehouse, a 2-story office and an additional full size paint booth.
The expanded facility strengthens Alliance’s ability to support increased order volumes, expand product offerings, and reinforce its position as a leading manufacturer of concrete pump equipment in North America. This expansion is another step in scaling the business to match demand and continuing to deliver reliable, hard-working equipment customers can count on every day. SP
Source: Alliance Concrete Pumps
How to Apply
You’ll need to submit the application form along with:
• Academic transcripts
• Confirmation of enrollment
• A summary of career goals
Be sure to review the eligibility criteria carefully and include all required documentation to ensure your application is considered. Deadline: July 31, 2026
• Details about your community involvement and/ or extracurricular activities
If you have any questions or need support during the application process, please contact us at Scholarships@ BCTrucking.com. Find the link to download the form at SupplyPost.com/ news. SP
Source: BCTA
Management Woes
How to find your parked vehicle in a snow storm, a case of greener grass syndrome, and a lesson in complaining to the big boss. By Ed Miller.
CTH
CTH was the traffic manager for WMTS, and his primary responsibility was oversight of the traffic department, which rated all shipments. Nowadays, most truckloads are rated at either at a flat rate, or by the mile. Back then, only a true traffic manager could figure out the convoluted rate structures for all the different commodities. Trucking companies could only transport freight, and only those specific commodities, which they had been “granted authority” by the Interstate Commerce Commission (ICC).
Additionally, most new operating authority was only granted because a shipper could not find sufficient carriers to haul its freight. This shipper would then “support” a carrier’s application for new, or additional, operating authority. It was commonplace for the shipper’s representative, along with the carrier’s representative (oftentimes the traffic manager) to both meet with the carrier’s transportation attorney. After the case was placed on the ICC “docket,” many times only the attorney would testify to state the case before the ICC.
Bullshit, you say? It certainly was bullshit, it was terribly expensive, and the
process severely restricted competition. Most trucking companies were happy with the status quo, especially the large LTL (less than truckload) carriers, because rates were high and most all company’s profits were good.
Members of Congress also realized the rules were arcane and needed to be changed, when they passed the Motor Carrier Act of 1980, more commonly referred to as “Deregulation.”
Would you believe the large trucking companies hated it? Most everyone else liked the fact that it was now possible for small trucking companies to get their feet into a shipper’s front door.
Shippers loved deregulation because freight rates practically dropped overnight.
Getting back to CTH, he had driven to Washington’s National Airport, parked his car, and then found a quiet bar inside the terminal. As he was having his “highballs,” Joe and I were having drinks at our own quiet bar in the Pittsburgh Airport. Joe was the representative for the steel shipper which was supporting our application for new operating authority to transport steel from PA to points in the US. Joe and I were flying to meet CTH in Washington, have dinner, and then meet with our company’s attorney the
following morning.
Joe and I had several more drinks on the onehour flight. After CTH met us at the gate, we shook hands, and Joe and I followed CTH back to the quiet bar to which he had evidently taken a shine. We discussed some business as we had a few more drinks. We told jokes as we had a few more drinks. We eventually realized it was so late that eating was out of the question, so we agreed to just head for the motel.
We walked into the night to find ourselves in the middle of a raging snow squall, when CTH hollers, “Where the hell did I park my car?” Snickering, as inebriated fellows do from time to time, Joe and I asked, “Oh, come on CTH, it is cold out here, so where is your damned car? Well, CTH looked across the acres, and acres, and more acres of parked cars and dejectedly said, “I don’t have a god damned clue where I parked!”
Although none of us were clothed for this kind of weather, the alcohol did make us brave enough to head in different directions as we searched the parking lots. CTH had given Joe and me the make, model, color, and license plate number of the MIA vehicle, but the wet snow had stuck to the roofs, and sides of all the cars, so we had to look at just about every single license plate. We had agreed on a time and place for our rendezvous. By the time we found his car, we were wet, cold, and stone sober.
Greener grass
During one of those young, stupid, and fly off the handle situations, I had a (perceived) disagreement with one of my bosses at WMTS. Rather than accepting his side of our argument, I resigned and went to work for another trucking company, believing in the adage, “the grass is always greener.” Unfortunately, since it did not turn out to be any greener, I will refer to this other carrier as Big Mistake (BM) Trucking.
The owner of BM flew in his private jet to attend a drivers’ safety meeting we had scheduled for Saturday morning at our terminal in Mississippi. I picked him up at the local airport and then drove to the terminal. When we got there, he told me to drive through the yard so he could look at the equipment. (I anticipated him wanting to do this, so the previous evening I had parked the 30 tractors and trailers into a very presentable arrangement.)
When we got out of the car after parking in the fuel lane, the owner walked up so close to me that I could smell his breath. He said, “What’s all those empty tractors doing out there boy?” Well, we did have four or five available trucks, so I replied, “Well sir, we are doing our best to find qualified drivers to put in them.”
He pronounced, “I’d rather have a warm body in those trucks than them sitting on the fence. Do you catch my drift?” After assuring him that I certainly did catch his drift, we went into the building for the safety meeting, where the old man promptly pissed off all the drivers. He informed them that he was ending BM’s safety bonus program,
because he felt he was paying the drivers extra money to do something they were supposed to do already— that being to drive safely.
As soon as he said his piece, he turned to me, told me to take him to the airport, and then he walked out of the building. Most drivers just sat stunned by what they were told, but one fellow jumped up and ran after the owner. He got very close to the old man and yelled that he had never worked for a sorrier son-of-a-bitch before in his life. I stepped in and pulled the driver away from the owner.
On the way to the airport, I was instructed to terminate the irate driver’s employment “within the hour.” The driver was waiting for me when I got back to the office, and after learning of his firing, he said he figured that it would happen, and that it was okay, because he “didn’t want to work for that bastard anyway!”
Well, we did get busy hiring drivers, and it only took us about two weeks to fill the empty tractors with warm bodies. Most of us were not at all surprised that it took less than 30 days before three of the five tractors were wrecked by those warm bodies. (What the hell? They wouldn’t have received a safety bonus even if they hadn’t torn up their tractors.) Karma?
Everything’s great, Boss
Several years prior to my employment with BM, an event took place that I wish I had learned about before going to work for them. One Friday evening, BM sent their company planes to pick up all terminal managers, along with their wives, and then flew them to a management meeting at the corporate office.
When the husbands and wives finished eating breakfast Saturday morning, BM gave some cash to each wife, provided them with transportation, and then bid them to go shopping and have a fun morning. The wives were asked to return in time for everyone to have lunch together.
The manager’s meeting was rolling along smoothly until the owner asked the men if anyone had any gripes or complaints about the way things were done at BM. He also said they could be very candid, and that they could ask about or discuss any topic. Reportedly, one terminal manager did have a complaint. Then another manager had a separate issue to talk about. Another said he didn’t think it had been a good idea to take away the driver’s safety bonus. Some managers, those not having their own complaints, took sides with other manager’s issues.
When the wives returned for lunch, they found their husbands without jobs, as the old man had fired every damned one of them. The lunch buffet went untouched, because everyone had lost their appetites. Everyone was taken to their motel to check out, and then the company planes flew them all back to their homes. (At least BM didn’t make them pay for their own return transportation.)
SP
Ed Miller (atruckerstale@ gmail.com) has more than 40 years of management and ownership experience in the trucking industry. Today, he is a part-time tour bus driver, published author of “A Trucker’s Tale”, and regular contributor to Supply Post. He is a father of three and a grandfather of two, and lives with his wife in Rising Sun, Maryland.
Where did you park again, CTH?
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