A major North American non-ferrous underground metal mining company was using a commercial dust suppression product to suppress dust in their underground mine. Per mine management, this product was not meeting their needs, usage was much higher than they wanted and the costs (approximately $650,000 annually) were not meeting their expectations. The chemical product that was then being used had …
How to Ground Your Gravel Runway Maintenance Costs (Affordably)
You know that your gravel runway maintenance costs are getting away from you. Every time a plane takes off or lands, you literally watch a small part of the surface fly away. You’re out there grading it weekly, trying to minimize the impact. And you know that eventually you’ll have to replace it. But do you know what your gravel …
Understanding Fugitive Dust Pollution – And Why Controlling It Is a Good Investment
Both PM10 and PM2.5 fugitive dust pollution create or aggravate serious health conditions, especially in vulnerable populations like kids and the elderly.
Fugitive Dust Particles May Affect the Impact of Coronavirus Around Unpaved Roads and Areas
Recent studies show that areas with higher pollution levels may be more vulnerable to coronavirus. This is especially relevant if you are responsible for maintaining any kind of unpaved road surface, from mining or industrial haul and access roads to township and county roads, to agricultural or energy farm roads.
Midwest Takes Home a 2019 Business Growth Award
The Cascade Capital Corporation Business Growth Awards have included Midwest on their 2019 Honor Roll thanks to our past growth and ambitious future goals.