by Stephanie Blest | Oct 19, 2020 | Hycontrol, Material Handling Systems, Silos
While silo protection systems are vital to safe production, if they aren’t installed correctly, adequately maintained and routinely checked, they risk failure. Not only will a failure cause operational disruption and production loss, but it’s a health concern for both...
by Stephanie Blest | Aug 10, 2020 | Cement Batching, Material Handling Systems
You know that old saying: Time is money? It’s true, especially in the concrete industry. Which means how you dispense color can have a significant impact on your bottom line. That’s why Standley Batch created the Multi-Flow Color System, a color pigment system that’s...
by Stephanie Blest | Aug 10, 2020 | Hycontrol, Material Handling Systems, Silos
There’s no avoiding it: Testing silo-top equipment is essential for any plant handling powder- or dust-based materials. Most commonly, silo safety systems’ test buttons check that the beacon and alarm on the panel are working. Unfortunately, this does little to...
by maximus | Feb 25, 2020 | Material Handling Systems
From paper to cement, glass to food processing, industries utilizing plant automation continue to grow. And so do the advantages – like accessing data and other key information off-site. It’s no longer necessary for plant operators to manually monitor performance...
by maximus | Jan 30, 2020 | Material Handling Systems
An interview with silo safety expert Jim Mantz about Hycontrol’s Shield Silo Protection System Each year, thousands of silo over-pressurizations occur in the U.S. – injuring employees, stalling operations and in some cases, costing millions to repair. If...
by maximus | May 31, 2018 | Material Handling Systems
Exposed aggregate concrete is a form of decorative concrete achieved by removing the top layer of cement paste and revealing the underlying aggregate. It’s a great choice for landscaping because not only is it easy to customize but it’s stain and skid resistant too....