The new MSHA Silica Rule is here – going into effect on April 8, 2026 – and with it, stricter exposure limits, tougher sampling requirements, and higher stakes for compliance. For underground mining operations, meeting these standards isn’t just about avoiding fines; it’s about protecting your team and keeping production running at full capacity. Midwest’s MineKleen® Plus System delivers a …
Earth Armour® Helps Steel Manufacturer with Controlling Industrial Dust Emissions
A leading steel manufacturer was eager to open a flat roll steel plant in southeastern Texas. Part of the company’s transformational growth plan, the brand-new facility was projected to add lasting long-term value through its emphasis on cutting-edge, innovative development, with an annual production capacity of three million tons. Despite high-hopes for its operational excellence though, the plant, like any …
Achieve Consistent Mine Tailings Management with Midwest
Mining operations face some of the toughest challenges when it comes to dust control. Historically, particulate matter has been the culprit behind a slew of health and operational concerns. The introduction of regulations and standards in the 1890s marked the first steps toward a safer workplace, including ventilation and mask requirements. And as these standards continue to grow more stringent, …
Concerns for Conveyor Belt Freezing Melt Away with Midwest
At Midwest, we’re usually discussing the dangers and consequences of particulate matter for gravel runways, mining operations, construction sites, farms, and even residential roads. Though dust can pose a serious issue, winters bring a different threat in the form of ice. As temperatures drop, the specter of ice can cause complications like conveyor belt freezing, equipment damage, and buildup. Leaving …
Midwest’s Rural Road Dust Control Revives Residential Community
When it comes to fugitive dust particles, most will likely assume it’s only an issue for heavy industrial and manufacturing applications. As the leaders in rural road dust control and soil stabilization methods though, we understand that loose particulate matter isn’t an isolated concern. Dust control touches every aspect of life — including rural roads within residential communities. Over the …