Stockpile Strategy: Mastering Complex Inventory in Crushing & Screening Operations
The Real Cost of Downtime Unplanned equipment downtime is one of the biggest hidden costs on any site. When a critical part is missing — whether it’s a jaw plate, belt, or idler — the ripple effect can stall production, throw out schedules, and cost thousands in lost productivity. Having the right part on hand […]
Crushing Efficiency 101: How to Boost Output with the Right Equipment
Crushing is more than just breaking rocks — it’s the unsung hero of production, the real engine room behind throughput, profitability, and overall plant performance. But let’s be real: crushing tends to get overlooked. It’s that gritty part of the process that happens in the background — until, of course, things start to slow down. […]
Hydraulic System Failures in Quarrying: What’s Breaking, Why, and How to Stop It
Hydraulic System Failures in Quarrying: What’s Breaking, Why, and How to Stop It In quarrying, your machines do the heavy lifting—literally. From crushers and haul trucks to excavators and drilling rigs, hydraulic systems are the muscle behind the madness. But as any seasoned site manager will tell you, when hydraulics fail, everything grinds to a […]
Safety First: Best Practices for Handling and Installing Conveyor Belts in Quarrying
Safety First: Best Practices for Handling and Installing Conveyor Belts in Quarrying Conveyor belts might not get the spotlight in the quarrying world, but they’re doing the heavy lifting—literally. They keep tons of crushed rock, sand, and gravel moving day in and day out. But they can become serious safety liabilities when mishandled, installed carelessly, […]
The Future of Crushing and Screening: Enhancing Your Operations with KBM Pacific
The Future of Crushing and Screening: Enhancing Your Operations with KBM Pacific The quarrying industry, traditionally defined by heavy machinery, rock-breaking, and earth-moving operations, is experiencing significant transformation. Driven by increasing demands to improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact, and enhance reliability, the equipment and technologies used in crushing and screening continue to evolve. At KBM […]
Maximising Equipment Efficiency: The Critical Role of Expert Maintenance and Rapid Parts Replacement in the Crushing and Screening Industry
Maximising Equipment Efficiency: The Critical Role of Expert Maintenance and Rapid Parts Replacement in the Crushing and Screening Industry Efficiency is not just a buzzword in the crushing and screening industry; it’s the core principle that determines success. When your equipment operates at peak capacity, you not only meet deadlines but exceed them, driving up […]
Stock Up and Save: Why Buying Wholesale Conveyor Belts is a Game-Changer for Quarrying & Mining
Stock Up and Save: Why Buying Wholesale Conveyor Belts is a Game-Changer for Quarrying & Mining People who work in quarrying or mining industries understand how important conveyor belts are to their production line. A production stoppage leads to reduced operation time and financial losses together with numerous sources of frustration. But how do you prevent […]
Conquering the Kokoda Challenge: Grit, Endurance & the Spirit of Tough Industries
If there is only 1 event, which is fully a trial of endurance, teamwork, and simply heroic will, the title of it would be the Kokoda Challenge. This event was inspired by the heroic campaign of the Kokoda Track battle of the Second World War and it forces the participants to their limiting peaks as […]
Choosing the Right Blow Bar for Your Horizontal Shaft Impactor (HSI)
Choosing the Right Blow Bar for Your Horizontal Shaft Impactor (HSI) When it comes to crushing operations, selecting the right blow bar is critical for maximising efficiency and minimising costs. Blow bars are the sacrificial workhorse of a Horizontal Shaft Impactor (HSI), designed to break down materials like concrete, asphalt, and rock. This guide will help you […]
