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Make Your Site Secure – CPA Statement

Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) is reminding contractors who are responsible for construction sites that they must take all practical measures to ensure the security of their site and to prevent unauthorised people from getting access to tower cranes and other plant. This follows recent publicity where thrill-seekers climbed a tower …

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New AEM bulletin emphasizes static electricity risks during refueling

Industry educational outreach focuses on Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) “ULSD…Not Your Same Old Diesel Fuel Anymore” is a new best practices guidance bulletin from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM); the bulletin warns of the greater static electricity ignition hazards associated with use of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD). …

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The Ancient Capital City of the Nabataean Kingdom

[image source] Because of some historical evidences many historians and archeologists consider that Petra exists as a settlement since 1500 BC. Approximately 1200 later Nabataeans decided to position their capital city in the region and this resulted in building an outstanding city in 312 BC. The Nabataean kingdom reigned over …

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SDLG unveils new products at CTT Moscow

In Russia the name SDLG is virtually synonymous with wheel loaders — in fact, it sells more wheel loaders in the country than any other Chinese manufacturer. But now the company is looking to build its reputation in the country, ushering in a new chapter of growth with the introduction …

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It’s a hard life

Rare Indian red granite is being extracted from four granite quarries across 60 acres of land, in the south Indian villages of Purthagere and Kadur. According to legend, Ilkal granite (also known as Cat’s Eye granite) was first discovered 2,000 years ago – but remained a little known rarity for …

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It’s good to stop

At Volvo Penta, environmental care is an important consideration when dreaming up new features — and it’s integral to the company’s new start/stop function, which reduces fuel consumption, noise and emissions. This spring at bauma Munich, Volvo Penta introduced a new start/stop function for its industrial engines. Scheduled to hit …

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The Resource Show Returns to Prince George with a Vengeance

Producers of the Canada North Resources Expo are pleased to report that the 2013 edition was a resounding success. Show Management reported that the Expo attracted 8,321 registered industry visitors over the course of the two day event and they were not left disappointed. Visitors were in awe at the …

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