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S.B. Cox ready Mix, Inc. Project

Dave Knox — Tue, 11 Jul 2017 14:45:17 +0000

S.B. Cox Ready Mix, Inc. – Rockville, Virginia

Project Description:

Stephens Stallion Dry Batch Ready Mix Plant

(2) 1069BBL Split Cement Silo’s

(4) C&W CP305, Silo Top Pulse Jet Dust Collectors

14 Yard Cement Scale

(4) Compartment 150 Ton Overhead Aggregate Bin

12 Yard Aggregate Scale

30″ Transfer Conveyor

30″ x 90′ Radial Stacker with a 12′ x 8′ Ground Hopper

Pearson Hot Water System

10,000 Gallon Insulated Storage Tank

2.1 Million BTU Oil Fired Burner

10HP Plant Pump

5HP Truck Pump

C&W CP7500 Dust Collection System

7500cfm

Pulse Jet Cleaning

Automated Recycling Package

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Prevent Wear and Downtime with Deflection Elbows

Dave Knox — Mon, 03 Apr 2017 17:37:06 +0000

Want to increase plant longevity and decrease maintenance downtime? Then it is time to move on from sweep elbows and install deflection elbows.

If you are in the business then you have experienced abrasive materials wearing through the elbows of your pneumatic conveying systems. In fact, some business owners, like Tom Tower owner of Action Supply, have actually welded patches on worn-through sweep elbows and on new replacement elbows before swapping out the worn and leaking ones. Seems like a lot of work doesn’t it?

Tom has since replaced his sweep elbows with deflection elbows. This change out has saved him two weeks of downtime since the conversion!

According to Emil Garlewicz, vice president and sales representative for CPI’s New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware territories, “The improvements virtually eliminate worn elbows, related downtime and recurring elbow maintenance costs for CPI’s customers.”

Unlike conventional sweep elbows and plugged-tee elbows, HammerTek’s Smart Elbow design features a chamber that protrudes partially beyond the intended 90- or 45-degree flow path of material, causing a sphere of material-in-air to rotate in the same direction as the air stream that powers it, gently deflecting incoming material around the bend. “The difference is in the elbow’s anatomy,” Garlewicz explains. “Incoming material bounces off the rotating material rather than impacting the elbow wall and creating a wear point.”

Want to learn more? Read the full article.

Florida Schools to be Protected by Concrete

Dave Knox — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:10:19 +0000

I recently came across an interesting read regarding Florida schools and concrete. Apparently, earlier this year, the Florida building Commission was fighting to change the Florida Building Code to allow certain wood-framed construction techniques to be permitted in the construction of Florida school board and college buildings. The current policy, section 453.8.3, specifies that wood framing-based construction is strictly prohibited. In fact, after Hurricane Andrew hit in 1992, the state adopted strong building codes. So what gives? Clearly not much since the proposed modification was defeated by those groups committed to durable construction for Florida’s future.

“The Florida Building Commission wisely decided against allowing the use of vulnerable construction methods for the buildings that provide for the Sunshine State’s future generations to learn and grow,” said Kevin Lawlor, a spokesperson for Build With Strength. “Resilient construction is absolutely necessary for a region often under siege from the worst Mother Nature can deliver.”

Well said Kevin!

What do you think about this proposal? Are you glad it was turned down?

Check out the full article here.

CPI is headed to CONEXPO-CON/AGG in Las Vegas!

Dave Knox — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 16:08:28 +0000

Held only once every three years, CONEXPO-CON/AGG, the international trade show for the construction industry, will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center again this year from March 7 – 11 and we are excited to announce the CPI team will be in attendance yet again this year.

With over 2,500 exhibitors over 2,500,000 square feet and more than 150 education sessions including asphalt, aggregates, concrete, earthmoving, lifting, mining, utilities and more, how could we not be thrilled to participate in the show?

What’s new for CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017 you ask?

The Tech Experience: A 75,000 square foot immersive, future-forward showcase that allows you to see what’s possible tomorrow… today.
Nearly 700 new exhibitors
A New Badge-Pack that includes:
- Free Las Vegas Monorail multi-day pass
- Free deluxe coach bus to and from the show to most hotels
- Access to seven different halls/lots for CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE on all 5 show days
- Discounts at various Las Vegas bars and restaurants
- Entry to the new Tech Experience
New technology that helps you keep track of exhibitors you visited
New education including tracks on technology, business management, workforce development, and more
CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio – Join CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio each Tuesday at 10 a.m. central to look at the future of equipment technology through the eyes of the construction market. As a new radio show voice for construction equipment technology, the podcasts will examine how manufacturers are developing technology that is rapidly enhancing efficiency and reducing operating and maintenance costs, all while maximizing peak performance levels

What do you NEED to know before jet setting off to Vegas?

CONEXPO-CON/AGG Show hours:

Tuesday, March 7 – Friday, March 10
Exhibits 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saturday, March 11
Exhibits 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

* Times are Pacific Standard Time (PST).

Where you will find CPI:

C&W Manufacturing: B7504

Pearson Heating Systems, Inc. : B7604

Stephens Manufacturing: B7910

Libra Systems: S61529

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Who Exhibits at CONEXPO-CON/AGG?:

Over 2,500 exhibitors in all major construction industries including asphalt, aggregates, concrete, earthmoving, lifting, mining, utilities and more. See who’s exhibiting.

Now that you are “show” ready, go get yourself registered for CONEXPO-CON/AGG! We will see you in Vegas!