Material handling

Belt and screw feeders are commonly used to discharge bulk materials from hoppers.

Xin Yuan Enterprises, a Hong Kong-listed asphalt tanker operator, has announced that it has acquired a second hand capesize bulker for US$15.6 million.

As part of its strategic development plan, OCP Group has chosen Bedeschi as EPC contractor for the enhancement of Jorf Lasfar plant and port to increase the fertilizers sea freight shipping.

The ports of Liverpool, Heysham and Sheerness (London Medway) have the capability to limit the impact the UK’s expected departure from the EU on 31 October is expected to have on trading, according to their operator, Peel Ports.

Tim Morris, Chief Executive of the UK Major Ports Group, said: “It is important for all parties to carefully consider the new proposed Brexit deal.”

Powered by Siemens’ new gearless drive technology, thyssenkrupp’s high-capacity overland conveyor will access one of the world’s largest copper reserves in Quellaveco.

Ash Grove Cement recently turned to conveyor experts at Martin Engineering to review the company’s conveyor belt issues and come up with a solution.

Following significant expansion, the silo now offers ABP’s customers in King’s Lynn an additional 6000 t of grain storage.

The UK Major Ports Group (UKMPG), the voice for the UK’s largest port operators, today announced the creation of a Youth Board.

Star Bulk Carriers has announced the publication of its first annual sustainability report for the year 2018.

New partnership agreements will expand Jebsen & Jessen’s product offerings and solutions.

Haver & Boecker has introduced its global mineral processing brand Haver & Boecker Niagara in South America.

Associated British Ports has announced a new partnership with electrical engineering specialists Ampcontrol, which will see it invest in a new facility at the Port of Ayr.

Pangaea Logistics Solutions Ltd has announced that it has expanded its order for high ice class post-panamax dry bulk 95 000 dwt. vessels at Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) from two to four vessels.

In 2016, AUMUND India supplied a wide range of bucket elevators and pan conveyors for the Jamul plant expansion project (Line 2).