The World of Trains
Mining operations have a long and complex history, with several giant machines being built in their heyday that still holds world records! One such dragline bucket excavator holds the record for largest dragline in the world, even though the machine has been out of operation for nearly 30 years!
Largest Dragline in the World, Big Muskie Read More
On a warm summer evening 30 years ago, a catastrophic fire wiped out the largest shovel ever built, leaving an indelible mark on all who were involved in the event. The Marion 6360 ,,,
The Captain’s Dying Hours Read More
in the 1960s is a WABCO Haulpak Model 35 rock truck with a 32-tonne capacity, being loaded by a Bucyrus Erie cable shovel featuring a 7-cubic-metre bucket. This operation took place at the Bethlehem Copper Company’s open-pit mine near Highland Valley, British Columbia
The WABCO Haulpak Model 35 rock truck Read More
Shown here in the late 1950s is a portable crusher and screening plant operated by Franceschini Bros. Construction, based in the aggregate-rich region of Caledon, Ontario
Franceschini Bros. facility in Caledon, Ontario Read More
For many years, there has been speculation about a potential D12 dozer from Caterpillar. Although the manufacturer has yet to release anything official, one Australian contractor, known for customizing large …
The Cat D12: Myth, Legend, or Reality? Read More
Burbank, California, holds a significant place in aviation history, largely due to the presence of the Lockheed Aircraft Corporation’s factory, which operated from the 1930s to the 1990s. This factory …
Burbank, CA: The Legacy of the Lockheed Factory (P-38s) from the 1930s to the 1990s Read More
Situated near Hegins, Pennsylvania, the Orchard Coal Company stands as a beacon of the region’s storied anthracite coal mining history. This mine, like many others in the area, has played …
Orchard Coal Company: Unveiling the Legacy of an Anthracite Coal Mine near Hegins, PA Read More
Heckscherville, a small town in Pennsylvania, is steeped in a rich history deeply intertwined with the coal mining industry. The date 081124 may not be widely recognized, but for Heckscherville, …
Heckscherville, PA: Exploring the Rich Heritage of Mining and Community Read More
Nestled in the heart of Pennsylvania, Heckscherville stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the coal mining industry, with its history intricately woven into the fabric of the …
Heckscherville, PA: Unveiling the Reading Anthracite and Marion 7800 & 7400 Read More