As mines are closing in Appalachia, production is increasing in the West.
Stamping out Dust on Helipads
Brownout–or obstruction of pilot vision by dust–threatens passenger and pilot safety. Dust control on helipads is crucial for safe operations.
Curbing Fugitive Dust Problems at a Canadian Mine Disposal Site
Background. Winter freezing causes the surface at mine tailing disposal sites to freeze dry, which makes it a source of fugitive dust.
Mine Road Maintenance Programs Solve Potholing, Rutting and Washboarding
Background. Road improvements were needed on 11.5 miles of county owned roadways leading to a new mine site in order for the mining operation to obtain the required operating permit.
Dust Control on Haul Roads – Costly Equipment Maintenance Controlled on Steel Mill Haul Roads
Background. 150-Ton Slab Haulers working 24 hours a day, 7 days a week had major ongoing problems with dust, rough potholed roads, and high equipment maintenance and labor costs. Haul roads were being graded every day and water was applied continuously.