MARTIN ENGINEERING BLOG

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

Think, Communicate, & Follow the Rules

Working in the bulk materials handling industry, I attend MSHA (Mine Safety & Health Administration) training every year so I can stay up to speed on safety regulations. The MSHA ...
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Unpopular Opinion - Spring Is Messy & It Sucks

Do you know anyone who absolutely despises spring? Probably not because I feel like I am on an island alone. I don’t like it, not one bit, not anything about it! Have I always ...
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The Good, Bad, & Ugly of Conveyor Belt Inspections

Being involved in a wide variety of industries, I have seen a lot during my site visits. I wanted to share some of what I've seen with you: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.
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The Convenience & Safety Of Conveyor Technology - Take Advantage!

I'm going to go out on a limb and say that most of you use GPS (Global Positioning System) - if not occasionally, at least every now and then. When I moved from South Africa to ...
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Your Complete Guide To Attending AGG1 2022 (with links!)

The National Stone, Sand, and Gravel Association is ready to rock Music City from March 29-31 as they host the AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo in downtown Nashville. As in previous ...
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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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