MARTIN ENGINEERING BLOG

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

Don't Let Thanksgiving Tasks & Conveyor Care Overwhelm You

Turkey time is almost here. While I am looking forward to visiting with family and enjoying a great meal, I'm not looking forward to all of the hard work that goes into pulling ...
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Fall Leaves & Flow Aids

With the change of seasons and chilly fall temperatures taking hold across the Midwest, it’s time to winterize the lawn mower and break out the leaf blower. Harnessing the power ...
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How To Overcome High Amp Draw On Electric Vibrators

I recently received a phone call from an electrician at a quarry that was experiencing a high amp draw on a newly mounted electric vibrator that replaced a competitor’s vibrator. ...
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Spillage = Spooky Story

If your conveyor belt spills material and your crew spends time cleaning up fugitive material, you have a terrifying situation on your hands. This operation was experiencing some ...
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Bulk Materials Handling - The Good, Bad, & Ugly

I thought it was time for me to share another edition of Good, Bad, & Ugly. As we know, there are plenty of all three to see while out and about in the bulk materials handling ...
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Anyone Else Need An Air Cannon/Vibrator When Refilling Coffee Grounds?

Just in time for National Coffee Day, I was refilling the coffee jar and it got me thinking...this takes a lot more time than I thought it would. I don't even like coffee, but I ...
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