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Comply with the MSHA Silica Rule with Midwest’s MineKleen® Plus System

In Dust Control, Mine & Quarry, Underground Mine Dust Control by Mark Vandegrift

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 …

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New MSHA silica rule going into effect in June

In Mine & Quarry, Sustainable Dust Control, Underground Mine Dust Control by Steve Vitale

After internal reviews and feedback from multiple public hearings, the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has finally settled the details of its latest program for improving miners’ health and safety. The new MSHA silica rule, which updates permissible dust levels and outlines expectations for containing and lowering them, will go into effect on June 17, 2024. With its implementation …

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What is the most effective dust control?

In Dust Control, Guided Self Apply Dust Control, Haul Road Dust Control®, Sustainable Dust Control, Underground Mine Dust Control by Steve Vitale

We know suppressing fugitive dust particles is a major concern across a multitude of industries. Whether it’s preventing dust interference in steel manufacturing, stabilizing mine tailings, keeping gravel runways safe for landings, or protecting a vineyard harvest, customers and prospects alike often ask “What is the most effective dust control?” The first step in answering this question starts with looking …

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A Mining Dust Control Breakthrough: Transforming an Underground Mine with MineKleen Plus

In Mine & Quarry, Underground Mine Dust Control by Steve Vitale

Midwest was recently invited to a large underground mine in Canada to showcase the efficacy of the MineKleen Plus system in controlling dust levels. The project’s primary objective was to address dust issues in areas currently treated with various products, including leading competitors using base oils, asphalt emulsions, and MgCl. What transpired during our visit was nothing short of exceptional …

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Silica Control – Addressing an Old Topic in a New Way

In Mine & Quarry, Underground Mine Dust Control by Steve Vitale

One of the trending topics right now in the realm of mine dust control is the threat of respirable crystalline silica. The topic of silica control has surfaced over the years, only to quickly dissipate after a flurry of heated discussion. The concern over respirable crystalline silica now has reached such heights as to prompt the U.S. Department of Labor’s …