Clarification on the SAAQ law project, regarding the safety devices on dump trucks.

The first version of the regulation was pre-published in August 2018, and the comments received are still being examined. Amendments to the regulation may be required.

Several questions were raised.

Following the first publication, several questions have been raised. In order to respond, the SAAQ has created a Q & A document on safety devises on dump trucks, where most of the questions have been answered.

• Is April 18, 2019 the deadline to equip the targeted vehicles? 
• Should the devices be approved by the SAAQ?
• What is the speed limit before the alarm is activated?
• Should the alarm stop after 2 seconds and then reactivate at 20 km/h? 

All answers to your questions are here:

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Source: SAAQ

Reminder

"The modifications to the Road Safety Code provides the obligation to equip all heavy dumper vehicles with a warning device that activates when the dumper is not completely lowered. Starting in April 2019, all heavy vehicles with dumper, in which the dumper exceeds the maximal height permitted when it is raised, must be equipped with a warning device that will activate when the dumper is not completely lowered."

The present regulation will enter into effect as of April 18, 2018.

Source: Le relayeur Septembre 2018

Sentinel 1.0

Alltech Group recommends Sentinel 1.0 system. Rest assured we will respect all criteria chosen by this new Safety Code

Alltech Group - The strength of a network!

Did you know? Alltech Group has established a distribution network which insures local services in particular regions.

Alltech Group has established a distribution network which insures local services in particular regions. With many distributors across eastern Canada, the Alltech Group puts at your disposal a real network allowing you to ensure service no matter where you are located. Our distributors have highly qualified staff which are trained according to our standards enabling them to perform installations and service calls , as much on the construction sites as within your company.

The experience of each distributor generates our strength of our network . Together we formed a team that is at your service! 

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OKO OFF ROAD & OKO MINING

Reducing costs is a top priority for operators of large vehicles and a puncture can lead to big problems. Vehicles are a key element of business and just one puncture can throw smoothly planned operations into chaos!

”PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE”

OKO is injected into the tire and it remains inside the tire or inner tube in liquid form. It will seal punctures as they occur, thus eliminating the problem of fl at tires.  OKO seals a puncture the moment it happens, creating a permanent seal with negligible loss of air pressure. OKO Off Road will seal holes in the tire tread area caused by puncturing objects up to 10 mm in diameter, although it has been known to seal holes up to 20 mm.

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Pedestrian detection for industrial vehicle

Installed on off-road machines to help cover blind spots, Blaxtair is not just a simple backup camera. Able to detect all obstacles within 2m of an equipment, it can also distinguish a pedestrian from an obstacle, up to a distance of 8m. A distinction that wisely informs the driver, without a multiple of nuisance alarms.

How it works

Thanks to a stereoscopic sensor head, Blaxtair® detects and locates the obstacles using triangulation. A shape analysis of the obstacles determines whether they are pedestrians or not.

In real time, BLAXTAIR:

• Sees all major obstacles
• Analyzes shapes
• Recognizes if it is a pedestrian
• Warns the driver

This video explains the basics of the Blaxtair system.

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Safety on our construction sites should be a priority. What do you think?

(Repost) Did you know? On average, the purchasing of lubricants represents a minimal part of your maintenance expenses. As a matter of fact, the activities linked to lubrication could possibly represent almost half of your maintenance expenses. It is therefore essential to have a good lubrication program.

Stop blindly lubricating your machine,

you can cause more damage than good to your equipment.

In order to obtain an optimal reliability and maximum benefits from a lubrication program, you need to take into account the fundamentals of lubrication for the equipment, The Basis is simple; It suffices to lubricate :

1. The right point;
2. With the right lubricant;
3. With the right quantity;
4. At the right time; 
5. With the right method!

1. The RIGHT lubrication point

During the evaluation of a lubrication program, the first step consists of identifying all the lubrication parts of your equipment. Each equipment has their own distinct lubrication chart recommended by the dealership or the maker. They are normally easily obtained by the dealership or maker.

Following the chart, it is impossible to forget a greasing point. This will allow you to identify the different characteristics of each point, The RIGHT lubricant with the RIGHT quantity at the RIGHT time!

2. The RIGHT lubricant

After identifying all the lubrication points, it is important to verify your choice of lubricant. Over 80% of equipment are lubricated with grease. Most companies use an all-purpose grease for their equipment. In certain cases this is acceptable, this application can incur waste of grease and can harm the productivity.

Most applications often require specialized grease in order to optimize their performance. Machines that are exposed to elevated temperatures or elevated pressures normally require special formulated greases in order to meet operational requirements. Specialized grease can often lengthen the intervals of lubrication and considerably reduce the consumption of grease.

Mixing certain greases could create a chemical reaction that can damage your equipment. It is therefore important to follow the makers’ recommendations

3. The RIGHT time

According to lubrication studies, the best practice is to lubricate frequently in small quantities, better then less often using a large quantity of lubricant. This practice can translate in an optimal performance of the machine.

The detailed lubrication chart of the equipment permits to easily identify the respectable greasing intervals.

4. The RIGHT quantity

The right quantity of lubricant distributed to each point plays a major role. To under lubricate or to over lubricate can have a negative effect and must be avoided.

Over lubricating leads to excessive pressure on the bearings. Over lubricating increases your expenses linked to an enormous waste of grease. On average, each dollar of lubricant purchased, the shop spends three dollars of expenses on lubricant waste. A good lubrication program permits to follow and control lubrication consumption and eliminate costs.

On the other hand, a prolonged deficiency of lubricant (under lubrication) can cause extreme wear of non-lubricated surfaces, thus causing a failure to the machine along with elevated repair costs.

A regular lubrication with the right quantity permits to maintain a film of grease on each point. This prevents contamination of your surfaces by sealing the interstice around each of them. This collar keeps out dust, sand, water and other contaminants. It also prevents impurities to create abrasive surfaces along with premature wear.

5. The RIGHT method

After determining the right method, there is a need to ask questions on several points:

• The global costs of production and maintenance.
• The environmental impact
• The health and safety of staff
• The level of maturity of the maintenance program (corrective, preventative, predictive, etc.)

Maintenance costs are directly linked to lubrication activities.

Besides the cost of lubricants, you will need to include the labor for the maintenance along with the hours of repairs for the defective part due to lack of lubrication.

Lubricating manually or automatic?

This is the question that should be asked. Often the best solution for a large fleet is combination of both based on the type of application, the location of the equipment and the resources available.

Lubricating manually is often used when greasing is required at lengthier intervals.  

The technology of automatic lubrication, such as the unitary lubrication, Find to be used in places that are difficult to reach, dangerous areas, or areas that are impossible to lubricate manually.

With respect to automatic lubrication, it can be used on a variety of application. The most critical assets is equipment that requires more lubrication during a daily bases which makes them a primary target.  

Conclusion 

Finally it is important to know that a lack of grease, heavy loads, dust and water prematurely wears the moving parts. A good lubrication program whether be the choice (manually or automatic) will permit you to maximize the performance of your equipment and your staff.