MARTIN ENGINEERING BLOG

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

Are You Ok With Throwing Away Your Pay[dirt]?

A while back, my friend Trey called me about a problem he was having loading paydirt onto a belt conveyor feeding his wash plant. I’d worked with Trey during his time with the ...
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Why Am I Dealing With This [Chicken] S&*T?!

Just before I went to check the chicken coop for eggs for the day, I noticed the 800# call line was ringing. I don't typically answer that line, other more knowledgeable people ...
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Can You Afford Not To Make Those Conveyor Improvements? Part 2

In part 1, I focused on how safety, cleanliness, and productivity are all linked together when justifying conveyor improvements. So, you should now understand that it is often ...
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Rock Your Production!

Musicians don't just automatically rock, they practice and get better over time. Just as material handling isn't automatically clean, safe, and productive. It takes the addition ...
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A Christmas Carol: The Story of Bulk Material Handling Past!

Don’t be a Scrooge, read this Christmas Conveyor Story to get in the holiday spirit and learn some tips and tricks to improve conveyor productivity. I had fun putting a twist on ...
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How To Avoid Ever-Increasing Fines & Penalties

Can your operation easily absorb a $13,000 fine? And even if you can afford the financial obligation, can your business afford the possible consequences of a citation? Recent ...
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