MARTIN ENGINEERING BLOG

Welcome! Below you will find a collection of insights by leading professionals detailing their experiences in the bulk handling industry.

Rock, Paper, Scissors...Cut!

Writing success stories for Martin Engineering, I hear about a lot of jobs and installations...some pretty standard and run-of-the-mill, some very unique and out-of-the-box. My ...
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The Race Is On...Keep It Clean & Stay In Your Lane!

This weekend, 20 horses will get the chance of a lifetime as they will be a part of "the most exciting two minutes in sports," the Kentucky Derby - commonly referred to as "the ...
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B-ball & Belt Cleaning: It Takes More Than A Primary Player/Cleaner

We just finished my son's first full season of grade school/junior high basketball. Go, Bobcats! 🐾 After spending many evenings in local schools' gyms, I still have basketball on ...
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'Tis the Season...to Save Money & Improve Operations!

A cement plant in Texas wasn't feeling very festive. Poor operating conditions were taking a toll on morale, efficiency, and safety. Bah humbug! I wanted to share this story with ...
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Is your Conveyor Belt a NIGHTMARE?

Do you have conveyors that spill material? Are you experiencing airborne dust? Is your belt damaged? Do your transfer points need attention? Are your crews continuously cleaning ...
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Do you ever take sand home with you from the beach?

Anyone that has been to the beach is well aware of the fact that sand makes it back with you when the day is done. Just as fugitive material (dust, spillage, carryback) can ...
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