MARTIN ENGINEERING BLOG

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

Complex Transfer Point Upgrades Made Simple

A crucial task in project management and planning for conveyor upgrades is ensuring a smooth setup of operations and equipment. Efficient maintenance planning improves ...
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Things To Consider When Sizing External Concrete Vibrators

When I work with precast concrete producers to help them properly size and apply external concrete form vibrators, there are many things to consider. Among them are:
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Silica Dust Control Crackdown

In case you haven’t heard, MSHA’s proposed rule on silica dust control has taken a step forward. The new MSHA silica rule, proposed on July 13th, reflects what OSHA has already ...
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Protecting Your Investment Makes It Last Longer

Growing up with a boat owner for a father, I know my role when it comes to docking the boat - protecting the bow. Docking the boat is no easy task. Dad (the captain) is at the ...
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Root Causes of Belt Mistracking

One of the biggest problems we often hear our customers ask about is 'how to track a belt.' We're going to give you some of the strategies we've found effective over the course of ...
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SPF 101: Prevent Conveyor Belt Damage So You Don't Get Burned

After a long, cold Illinois winter, I've been longing to see the sun. Two weeks ago, it was abnormally warm for spring weather. I have three blonde-haired, fair-skinned kids so I ...
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