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  • Mentors And Mentor Companies Play Key Role In Training New Drivers

    The BC Forest Safety Council (BCFSC) is currently working with training providers to offer comprehensive quality industry recognized training based on the Professional Log Truck Driver Program and the Wood Fibre Hauling Safety Group (WFHSG) Driver program. These industry training programs are built to support the development of competent drivers and include a four to six week mentorship providing students with practical driving skills which support the knowledge component from their course instruction.
    Both the mentoring companies and mentors play a key role in the training and professional development of new drivers.  There is no substitute for the knowledge and skills that can be learned from an experienced driver, and the success of training relies on the participation of experienced industry drivers mentoring new ones.  Companies willing to mentor new drivers understand the need for comprehensive training as shown by their commitment to these mentorship-based programs that focus on creating safe, professional drivers.  
    Mentors have unique competencies and are willing to work with a student and assist them in obtaining the necessary practical skills built from the knowledge and attributes learned from course instruction. While there are many highly skilled and knowledgeable Professional drivers out there, mentoring a new driver requires an additional and unique set of competencies combined with a willingness to share their cab with a student.

    Mentors should possess:   

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    Oct 21, 2020 - 4 years ago

  • Automation Advances Productivity Of Cone Crushers

    Cedarapids TG 420 Cone Crusher
    Cedarapids TG 420 Cone Crusher

    If you’re thinking about investing in a new cone crusher you can expect a significant increase in productivity, even with less skilled operators. “With old-school cone crushers, it all came down to the experience of the operator,” said Wayne van Antwerpen, crusher technology product manager for Terex Materials Processing. “They can tell when the machine is not crushing effectively, even by the sound of the cone crushing. They read the dials, checked the product, and made necessary adjustments. Today automation does all that for the operator.” According to van Antwerpen, “Experienced operators will typically get the cone to crush at about 75 percent of peak performance, but when utilizing automation, the cone’s performance moves up to about 75-90 percent of peak.”
    “Automation ensures the best possible performance,” said Vincent Celsi, vice president of crushers for Metso Outotec. In Metso’s MX cone crusher line, settings are automatically adjusted based on load conditions, which improves the utilization of wear parts as well as worker safety. Overloading of the crusher is prevented by controlling the setting, power and pressure.
    Cone crushers typically work in a secondary, tertiary or quaternary crushing role, reducing the size and shape of rocks in the downstream of a crushing circuit. They reduce the material in a crushing cavity by continuous compression between a fixed element (bowl liner) and a moving element (mantle). An eccentric swinging movement produces a force strong enough to crush the rocks.
    “The main advantage of cone crushers is the ability to process big tonnages at a very efficient operational cost,” said Vincent Celsi, vice president of crushers for Metso Outotec.

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    Oct 21, 2020 - 4 years ago

  • Kenworth W990 Becomes Long-Hood Truck Of The Future for Pocock Trucking

    Kenworth W990

    When Kenworth unveiled its new long-hood, the Kenworth W990 in 2018, it didn’t take long for John Pocock to schedule a meeting with Sam Moss, Kenworth Sales Company – Idaho Falls new truck salesman to place an order.
     “Kenworth trucks, primarily Kenworth long-hood tractors, have been a part of our operation for years,” said Pocock, who owns Pocock Trucking. “The traditional look of the long-hood has played a role in establishing our company brand and how we’re perceived by our customers. Plus, our drivers enjoy operating them. Kenworth produces high quality trucks. When Kenworth announced that they were coming out with the Kenworth W990, I knew it could only be an improved version of its predecessor. Kenworth’s reputation solidified my decision in transitioning to the new truck.”
     For Pocock, his experience with Kenworth began when he drove a Kenworth for his father, John S. Pocock, who previously owned the company. The behind the wheel experience played a role in Pocock Trucking’s continued relationship with Kenworth.
     “My dad started Pocock Trucking in 1979 and, in 1985, I started driving for him,” Pocock recalled. “I drove a Kenworth cabover, making deliveries throughout Washington, Oregon, and Idaho pulling hopper bottom doubles to deliver fertilizer, potatoes and coal. That’s when my appreciation for the quality of trucks that Kenworth produces began to build, and as our company continued to grow, so did our fleet of Kenworths.”
     Today, the Sugar City, Idaho-based bulk hauling company specializes in delivering fertilizer, grain, wheat, potatoes, road salt and other bulk commodities in the lower 48 states and in Canada. Pocock Trucking operates 32 company-owned trucks and has contracts with 40 owner-operators. The fleet is primarily made up of Kenworth long hoods, including eight 76-inch mid-roof Kenworth W990s and one 52-inch mid-roof Kenworth W990 -- all spec’d with PACCAR MX-13 engines rated at 510 hp, 1,850 lb.-ft of torque and 18-speed transmissions. Pocock Trucking currently has two more 76-inch mid-roof Kenworth W990s on order.

    Kenworth W990
     “We’ve been placing Kenworth truck orders with Sam at Kenworth Sales Company for years now,” said Pocock. “He knows our operation well. When we need a truck, he knows exactly what we need and how to spec it out. He’s become a good friend and a great asset for our operation.”
     According to Pocock, when PACCAR began offering the PACCAR MX-13 engine with a rating of 510 hp in 2016, the power was exactly what the company had been waiting for. It’s become the engine of choice for Pocock Trucking. “Since we haul up to 120,000 lb. GCW, we need that extra horsepower,” said Pocock. “It’s been a great engine for us, and it’s reliable.”
     The company’s Kenworth trucks typically average 145,000 miles per year and are traded into Kenworth Sales Company – Idaho Falls around 600,000 miles to ensure drivers are always in new equipment, according to Pocock.
     “Driver retention is big for us,” said Pocock. “We let some of our senior drivers choose which truck make and model they want us to purchase. We want our drivers to be comfortable and happy with what they’re driving. The way our fleet is made up, the majority of our drivers tend to go with Kenworth long hoods. I believe allowing drivers to choose what trucks they drive helps us reduce our driver turnover.”
     According to Pocock, all of the fleet’s 76-inch mid-roof Kenworth W990s feature the W990 Limited Edition interior, which comes in midnight black with glossy Ravenwood door and dash trim accents. The special interior features rich black leather, embroidered W990 logo, Royal Blue double-stitched diamond door pads, black leather wrapped steering wheel with Royal Blue stitching, and driver and passenger seats with suede charcoal inserts and perforated leather with Royal Blue backing.
     “Our drivers love the creature comforts and latest technology features in the cabs of Kenworth trucks,” said Pocock. “Our goal is to always provide our drivers with the highest quality equipment and driver comforts. It’s one of the main reasons our driver turnover is so low.”

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    Oct 21, 2020 - 4 years ago

  • John Deere Improves Fuel Burn, Boosts Productivity With New E-II Articulated Dump Trucks

    New John Deere E-II Articulated Dump Trucks

    Designed with the demands of today’s job site in mind, John Deere introduces the new E-II Articulated Dump Trucks (ADTs). The models, including the 410E-II and 460E-II, incorporate customer-driven features, resulting in greater operator comfort, reduced fuel burn, increased uptime and lowered daily operating costs. With a redesigned dump body, updated operator station, and new drive and transmission retarder modes, the John Deere-designed and -built E-II models deliver ultimate productivity on the job.
    “All of our ADTs are proudly designed and built by John Deere in Dubuque and Davenport, Iowa. The new E-II trucks combine the most popular features of the E-Series line with customer-driven performance and operation enhancements, resulting in a machine that is easier and more cost-effective to operate,” said Cory Ouellette, product marketing manager, ADTs, John Deere Construction & Forestry. “With the three standard drive modes, new body design, operator station enhancements and improved fuel burn, the E-II Series trucks provide customers with a reliable and durable, yet easy-to-operate, solution that positively impacts their operation and their bottom line.”   
    A key feature on the E-II machines is the redesigned dump body, which is wider and has a lowered and leveled rail height to improve material retention. A brand-new side sheet design makes the load height the same from front to back, while the widened bin provides additional tire coverage and easier loading. Additionally, the bin rail features an angled top, helping to reduce material spillage while traveling.

    New John Deere E-II Articulated Dump Trucks
    The updated operator station on the E-II models increases ease of use, productivity and all-around comfort. One of the most notable features is the single sealed switch module, reducing the number of switches by 25% compared to the previous models. An automotive-style multifunction turn signal lever includes lights and windshield wipers, further helping to simplify truck settings without limiting functionality. The new primary display unit provides a clear display of daily operation and enhanced diagnostic information. Other comfort-boosting features include the relocated HVAC controls for easy access to the temperature settings, optional Automatic Temperature Control feature, and a heated and ventilated premium seat option. Customers can also add the seat belt minder system, which includes a green beacon light outside the truck, providing confirmation that the seat belt is fastened. An optional four-point retractable seat belt harness is also available on all models.
    The three standard drive modes — Normal, Eco and Traction — help to optimize the drivetrain and reduce inputs from the operator. The Normal mode provides the same great features found on the E-Series, while reducing fuel burn by up to 7% compared to the existing models. With Eco mode, the system reduces fuel consumption by smoothing throttle input and reducing maximum rpm. When conditions allow, Eco mode can improve fuel consumption by up to 12% compared to E-II Normal mode. The Traction mode helps the operator to maintain tire traction in soft underfoot conditions, automatically engaging the differential lock to minimize wheel spinning, and increases traction. To improve the function of the automatic differential locks, new wheel speed sensors have been added, enhancing the accuracy of engagement. 

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    Oct 21, 2020 - 4 years ago

  • Canada And Ontario Strengthening Farmers And Food Supply Through Skilled Trades Training

    Canada And Ontario Strengthening Farmers And Food Supply Through Skilled Trades Training

    The governments of Canada and Ontario have announced they are investing in several projects that will support labour and training needs in the farming sector, including committing more than $180,000 for the development of a new college program that will provide education and training in the latest agricultural equipment.
    Through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership (the Partnership), the federal and provincial governments will assist Conestoga College in the creation, launch and delivery of a pilot program to expand the training opportunities for current farm sector employees and better prepare those interested in careers in agriculture to work on farms in key areas.
    Students will learn skilled trades in high demand areas such as spraying and fertilizing operations, custom tillage and harvesting operations. The project is one of several recently approved by the governments to help primary agriculture, food processing companies and food retailers to recruit and train workers who are critical in keeping the province's essential food supply functioning.
    "Access to skilled labour is critical on farms and in processing facilities and this pilot program will help farmers meet their labour needs while allowing more Canadians to obtain meaningful and challenging employment in the agricultural and agri-food sector," said the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, federal Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food. "A skilled agricultural workforce will unlock the tremendous potential of our agri-food industry, and help our farmers and food processors to continue to drive our economy, create jobs and feed Canada and the world."
     "Helping to meet the labour and training needs of our agri-food sector is a priority for this government. Supporting those with a passion for a career in agriculture is key to our economy and ensures our food supply chain continues to produce healthy and nutritious food for Ontario families," said the Honourable Ernie Hardeman, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs. "Our government is doing everything possible to ensure farmers both today and those in the future have the training and skills necessary to operate their farm operations effectively."
    "Ontario has a diverse agriculture and food processing sector requiring a wide range of skilled labour," said the Honourable Filomena Tassi, federal Minister of Labour. "We are pleased to invest now to support the food value chain for the future."
     "Agriculture is by far the biggest single industry in Brant and Brantford," said Will Bouma, MPP for Brantford-Brant. "To see the Governments of Ontario and Canada come together to support the development of a new college program to train in the latest agricultural equipment can only strengthen our goal of food self-sufficiency in Ontario."
    Through a targeted intake under the Partnership's Place to Grow: Agri-Food Innovation Initiative, the governments have also recently committed up to $594,000 to projects to boost labour supply and training in the agri-food sector. In addition to the Conestoga College program, the governments have approved:

    • 396,000 for the Ontario Federation of Agriculture to develop a comprehensive support system for businesses in the agriculture and food sector to target communities affected by workforce shortages in the agri-food sector due to COVID-19, including a job matching and labour recruiting service;
    • $198,000 for Food and Beverage Ontario to develop and complete a six-month marketing campaign to build confidence with frontline food workers, support business continuity for Ontario's food and beverage processing sector, and support the operational stability of Ontario's food and beverage processing sector during COVID-19 challenges.

    "We greatly appreciate the province's investment in this important initiative," said John Tibbits, President, Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning. "As well as addressing critical workforce needs in Ontario's agriculture and food sector, the Agriculture Equipment Operator training initiative will provide opportunities for local residents to develop in-demand skills, advance their careers and contribute to the success and well-being of the community."
    Since June 2018, both the federal and provincial governments have committed support to more than 3,900 projects, through the Partnership, to help eligible Ontario farmers, processors, businesses and sector organizations innovate and grow.

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    Oct 21, 2020 - 4 years ago

  • What To Look For When Selecting A Concrete Mixer Truck: Front Vs. Rear-Discharge Options

    Front Vs. Rear Discharge Concrete Mixer Trucks

    Rear-discharge mixer trucks are the oldest, most popular and most iconic. Every major truck original equipment manufacturer produces a truck that can be equipped with a mixer body and can be customized for that application.
    Front-discharge mixers have been around for four decades, are only found in a few regions in the US, as well as niche markets abroad, but in the regions in which they are found, they tend to dominate those markets.
    Each truck has numerous options that owners can select in order to improve productivity, safety, convenience and comfort, increase machine longevity, and decrease downtime. Both types of trucks also need to meet state regulations and this helps drive the decision-making process.

    Concrete Mixer Truck Options
    Choices for mixer body on a rear-discharge mixer include: the manufacturer, standard or bridge model, and advanced controls option.
    A bridge model is specifically designed for working on bridges; its specifications are tailored to meet weight restriction and specific state roadway laws. McNeilus manufactures a Bridgemaster model that features a patented Bridgemaster load-distribution tag axle for higher legal payloads.
    McNeilus offers a new advanced control system for their mixers called FLEX controls. Two features that make these controls stand out are their diagnostic capabilities and automated features.
    Other options on McNeilus mixers include several washout systems, a choice between a flip-up hopper and an SAT hopper, a ZF drum drive upgrade, and several material choices for components such as the water tank and chutes.
    There is little choice when it comes to the size of the mixer; that is largely determined by the axle configuration, however, customers can choose lighter-weight chassis components and a smaller engine (nine litres instead of 13 litres) in order increase mixer capacity. If a smaller engine is chosen, the truck will not perform as well on grades and in other applications that demand higher horsepower.

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    Oct 21, 2020 - 4 years ago

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