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exhibition-in-print continued industry. Its product lines include AmericanMarsh, Aurora and Fairbanks Nijhuis vertical turbine and split case pumps, Moyno and Tarby progressing cavity pumps, Pioneer vacuum prime assist, self-priming and hydraulic submersible pumps and Versa-Matic air-operated double diaphragm pumps. MasterFlo also provides expert repair services that include diagnosis, preventative maintenance and complete rebuilding for these and many other manufacturers' pumps. www.masterflopump.com Materion Brush Performance Alloys—Booth 920 Materion Brush Performance Alloys is the exclusive manufacturer of ToughMet. In the most contaminated, grease-starved conditions, bushings made from ToughMet last several times longer than conventional bronze or steel bushings, while causing virtually no wear on hardened pins. ToughMet increases equipment availability by extending maintenance cycles and eliminating unplanned repairs in applications that include track rollers and idlers; steering, drive and transmission components; bucket and boom joints; cable sheaves; lift cylinders; and other problem rotating or pivoting points. www.materion.com and customization services for clients who design and/or manufacture a wide variety of products. MESA's consultants have gone through extensive training and have been certified by Autodesk. www.mesa-cad.com Micon—Booth 942 For 30 years, Micon has led the mining industry in polyurethane injection, roof control, stream grouting and water control, ventilation seals, stoppings and bulkhead construction, permanent refuge alternatives, pumpable cribs, pneumatic stowing, void fill, and specialty contracting services. Micon continually innovates and defines the next generation of technologies, and its expert contracting team takes pride in providing service, custom solutions and value. www.miconmining.com Matterhorn Footwear—Booth 441 Matterhorn is a premier boot brand serving one of the most critical industries in the world. It has been building boots for miners for more than 30 years. With safety toes, met guards, electrical hazard protection and patented technology like Tiger Tips, every boot meets or exceeds all ASTM standards. www.matterhornboot.com Megator—Booth 831 Megator is a manufacturer of rugged mining and dewatering pumps including the Megator Sliding Shoe, Pumps 2000 America AODD, MLP Rotary Lobe and Salarollpump designs. Megator manufactures Dolphin and others for a variety of dewatering applications. www.megator.com Mercia International Products Ltd.—Booth 840 Mercia International Products is a world leader in the manufacture and supply of staple adapters and staple ball valves used to connect hydraulic systems in underground longwall mining. Products are available in carbon and stainless steel ranging from DN06 (1/4 in.) up to DN89 (3-1/2 in.) and include the new DN76 (3 in.) 5,000 psi staple connection. www.merciaint.co.uk MESA—Booth 998 MESA is a full-service software and services provider for clients in the manufacturing industry. As an Autodesk Gold Partner for manufacturing, with a specialization in consulting, MESA provides solutions extending from pre- and post-sales support through consulting, training, implementation May 2013 Nord-Lock—Booth 532 The Nord-Lock Group is a world leader in bolt securing systems. It offers a combination of bolting expertise and a wide product range, including wedge-locking solutions and Superbolt tensioners. Nord-Lock products have documented success in every major industry and hold several certificates from independent institutes. www.nord-lock.com Midsun Specialty Products—Booth 917 Midsun Specialty Products is the manufacturer of MSP Industrial Wrap, a self-fusing silicone wrap that can insulate, protect, stop leaks, and conform to irregular shapes. MSP Industrial wrap has unlimited potential for the mining industry. It leaves no residue, protects against corrosion, and withstands -65°F to 500°F. www.midsunsp.com Matrix Design Group—Booth 335 Matrix designs and develops safety and productivity technology for use in the underground mining industry. Its innovative and industry leading products include communications and tracking systems, mine atmospheric monitoring systems, belt control and proximity detection systems. Matrix's advanced services division also specializes in mine automation and drive solutions, mine hoist controls, PLC programming, panel design and much more. For a live demo of the IntelliZone Proximity Detection system, visit the Matrix booth during the show. www.matrixteam.com Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), which is part of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The program began in 1910 when Congress created the U.S. Bureau of Mines to address safety and health issues of one of the most dangerous jobs. Researchers conduct mining research at sites located near Pittsburgh, Pa., and Spokane, Wash. Mine Site Technologies (USA) Inc.—Booth 515 Mine Site Technologies is a global leader in the design, manufacture and deployment of critical, high quality, solutions for mine communications, vehicle and personnel tracking, production optimization, and safety. Technologies include: ImPact-Underground Digital Communications & Tracking System; Tagging systems; VIP-Vehicle Intelligence Platform; VDV-Leaky Feeder Radio System; Wireless Mesh-mobile networks; ICCL Integrated Communications Cap Lamp-Messaging and tracking; MinePhone VoIP wireless handset; PED-Personal Emergency Device: TTE (ThroughThe-Earth) and BlastPED-Remote blast initiation system. MST's offices and service support centers are strategically located on six continents in the world's primary mining regions. www.minesite.net Mohler Technology—Booth 118 Longwall mining motor manufacturing. Mohler also offers complete repair from basic maintenance to total rebuilding. From its facility in Boonville, Ind., Mohler serves industrial, mining and OEM customers from coast-to-coast. www.mohler.com Ohio Automation—Booth 444 On-Site Gas Systems—Booth 244 On-Site Gas Systems is a world leader in providing nitrogen and oxygen generators to the mining industry. It has provided thousands of systems that are currently being used throughout the world. It offers complete solutions to the mining industry for all of its nitrogen and oxygen needs. On-Site Gas Systems' simple and safe nitrogen and oxygen generators will take the available ambient air and convert this to the required gas at the proper flow, purity and pressure needed for an application. There is no need to purchase gases from the local supplier. Systems available for purchase or rent. www.onsitegas.com Optical Cable—Booth 1016 Optical Cable is a leading manufacturer of data communication cable and connectivity solutions designed for a multitude of applications including enterprise markets and customized solutions for specialty uses and harsh environments. OCC pioneered the design and production of fiber optic cables suited for both indoor and outdoor use, and for military field applications. OCC offers and integrated suite of quality, warranted cabling and innovative connectivity products and solutions designed to provide outstanding performance characteristics. OCC's manufacturing facilities are ISO 9001:2000 registered. www.occfiber.com Paratech Inc.—Booth 834 Nexans AmerCable—Booth 919 Nexans AmerCable is a leading manufacturer of high quality power cables for mining equipment. Its Tiger Brand cables are designed for longer service life through innovative designs, greater abrasion resistance and mechanical strength. Its commitment to the mining industry is supported by a team of mine-experienced field applications engineers who provide mine-site engineering, technical support, safety training and education on "best practices" in the proper methods of splicing and terminating high voltage mining cables. Tiger Brand cables are made at Nexans AmerCable's manufacturing facility in El Dorado, Ark. www.amercable.com NIOSH—Booth 336 The Office of Mine Safety and Health Research mission is to eliminate mining fatalities, injuries and illnesses through research and prevention. It is a division of the National Institute for Paratech is a U.S. manufacturer of MAXIFORCE Air lifting bags and rescue support systems. MAXIFORCE air lifting bags offer greater speed and efficiency for the maintenance of vehicles, derailed rail cars, etc. Paratech's rescue support systems are ideal for shoring supported and unsupported roof walls in underground mines. This equipment saves time on supporting roof walls as a result of their lightweight design, quick set up and ease of use. www.paratech.com Phoenix First Response—Booth 944 Phoenix First Response offers the only full-service gas analysis laboratories, mobile gas labs, consulting, and EPA gas sampling services with mining specific expertise. Industry provider of cutting edge fire prevention and suppression products, including the Phoenix Jet Engine, Thermo-Gel, ColdFire and ACAF Systems. Also furnishing a full range of emergency response and support services—expert panel of consultants, nitrogen membrane units, seals and stoppings, www.coalage.com 35