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Bandit's Patent-Pending Feed Wheel Engage Option Brings Another Great Innovation to Chippers

Bandit Industries is proud to add a new safety option for hand-fed chippers called the Feed Wheel Engage system—a revolutionary device in the worldwide chipper marketplace. The system is operated by large foot pedals used to activate the chipper's feed system. These pedals are designed to keep operators clear of the infeed tray while still providing sufficient mobility to effectively feed the chipper. Should pressure on the pedals be released, the feed wheels instantly stop. "We've always been very proactive when it comes to chipper safety," said Bandit Industries Marketing Manager Jason Morey. "With the Feed Wheel Engage, no special action needs to take place to immediately stop the system. No bars need to be bumped, no emergency stops need to be pushed."

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Mar 8, 2011 - 15 years ago
Banner Year For Canada’s Pacific Gateway

B.C.’s trade growth through Canada’s Pacific Gateway expanded dramatically in 2010. Container traffic increased 22 per cent, bulk trade increased 15 per cent and coal volumes doubled at the Port of Prince Rupert, while rising 25 per cent at Port Metro Vancouver. In addition, air cargo through Vancouver International Airport (YVR) increased by a significant 18 per cent over 2009.

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Mar 5, 2011 - 15 years ago
Program for Safety Certified Companies in the Construction Industry Made Permanent

The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) announced recently that its Construction Health and Safety Incentive Program has been made permanent following a three year evaluation process. Started in 2007, the pilot program offered a five per cent reduction in WCB assessment rates for construction firms that earned COR (Certificate of Recognition) certification and met certain other criteria. Going forward, the program will be enhanced by doubling the first year discount to 10 per cent. "The construction industry has done an outstanding job of supporting and embracing a program that greatly benefits everyone involved," says Minister of Labour and Immigration Jennifer Howard. "More and more Manitobans are working hard to reduce workplace injuries through prevention and safety initiatives." Since the COR Incentive pilot program was introduced in 2007, the time loss injury rate in the construction industry has dropped from 8.8 per 100 full time equivalent workers in 2007 to 6.9 per 100 full time equivalent workers in 2009.

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Mar 4, 2011 - 15 years ago
PM Attends Crowning Of New Sails At Canada Place
Prime Minister Stephen Harper recently visited Canada Place where he marked the completion of this Canadian landmark – the replacement of the facility’s iconic white sailed roof. “The Canada Place sails are an internationally recognized feature of the Vancouver landscape, representing the strength, unity and proud maritime history of this country,” said Prime Minister Harper. “The restoration of this landmark is one of several initiatives that our Government is undertaking to keep Vancouver’s waterfront prosperous and attractive to locals and visitors alike.”

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Mar 4, 2011 - 15 years ago

J D Neuhaus Exhibiting At OTC 2011 In Houston And The Brazil Offshore 2011 In Macae

J D Neuhaus, the world leader in air and hydraulic powered lifting equipment, is exhibiting on booth 4717-6 in the German Pavilion at the OTC early May and as well in the German Pavilion at the Macae Offshore show early June. J D Neuhaus has established a reputation for excellent service and premium products, combining reliability, performance and longevity, for operation in hazardous and arduous conditions.