Ohio Company to Build Automated Indoor Farm

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…the facility Monday, which will clock in at 150 thousand square feet upon completion. According to reports, all aspects of the growing process will be automated, from seeding to harvesting. The facility will be monitored by company employees and mechanical control systems and will be operational throughout the entire year. Crops grown will include a variety of greens, herbs and kale. Related: Learn more about the different industries served by Pe…

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Autonomous Mine Trains OK’d in Australia

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…lly approved the AutoHaul technology that mining company Rio Tinto used to complete a 62 mile train trip in October. The train was monitored by crews throughout the process. The company plans to use the trains to haul iron ore from the company’s 16 work sites to ports. Related: Learn how PetroChoice helps serve the mining industry The autonomous trains will operate on the company’s 1,056 miles of track. They plan on having the technology completel…

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Diesel Exhaust Fluid

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…hieves NOx reductions in excess of 90%. New truck engine manufactures will comply with the emission standards imposed by the EPA Clean Air Act that came into effect on January 1st 2010. Under the new US regulations, most engine manufacturers have chosen the selective catalytic reduction (SCR) system as the most efficient way to meet these clean air standards. Frequently Asked Questions About Diesel Exhaust Fluid: How much DEF will my truck use? Ty…

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PetroChoice Builds a World Class Product Integrity Program

…p button is pushed, all attention is given to correcting the issue at hand immediately. Similar to our commitment to safety, our PI program requires everyone’s support to be successful. Rick Renner, who develops our Product Integrity program, sums it up well: “This shouldn’t be viewed as something we have to follow, but as the basis for how we conduct our business.” If you have questions, feel free to reach out to Rick Renner – rrenner@petrochoice…

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Senate Hearings on Autonomous Vehicles Set for Nov. 20

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…merce Committee will hold hearings with top safety officials regarding the testing and deployment of autonomous vehicles on Wednesday, Nov. 20. The hearing comes as government officials continue to struggle with potential rules and regulations for self-driving vehicles. According to reports, it will include high ranking officials from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and U.S. D…

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Services

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…oved equipment component life and operating efficiency Lowered maintenance costs Consolidation of lubricants, reduced potential for misapplication Safety and environmental improvements Our expert services combined with our complete line of conventional and synthetic oils, greases, and lubricants and you have a total solution partner for all of your lubrication needs. Contact us today and see how we can deliver productivity to your company!…

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Get Prepared for the Year’s Busiest Driving Season

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…t to someone how is certified to work on those systems especially with the complexity of today’s vehicles.” The summer is also a busy season for auto shops and repair facilities. This can lead to additional business and serve as a great opportunity to attract new customers. However, owners must ensure they are ready to provide the best service they can. “For shop owners, it’s important to be prepared for those first hot days,” Cox said. “Your cust…

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OSHA Proposes Fining Companies for Role in Bridge Collapse

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…ridge Engineers and Network Engineering Services were cited for exposing employees to physical danger, Structural Technologies and Munilla Construction Management were each given two citations for failing to provide adequate personal fall arrest systems and The Structural Group of South Florida was given a single violation for the same. Related: Three Killed, 37 Injured in Construction Site Fire OSHA is the first organization to attempt to place a…

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PetroChoice Acquires the Lubricant Division of Rex Oil Company

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PetroChoice is pleased to announce the acquisition of the lubricant division of Rex Oil Company in Thomasville, North Carolina, solidifying its footprint in Central North Carolina. “At PetroChoice, we take pride in offering our customers unparalleled sales, service and distribution capabilities. The addition of Rex Oil will allow us to reach our Central North Carolina and Southern Virginia customers more efficiently and effectively,” said Bob Cro…

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A Brief History of Oil in America, Part 1

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…declared a monopoly in violation of the act and broken into 34 independent companies. Many of these companies continue to exist at the forefront of the oil and lubrication industry today. Rockefeller’s company may have been no more, but he had left his mark on an industry that was now firmly entrenched in American society. The burgeoning auto industry, rapid industrialization and increasing government interest was about to make oil take off. “Ther…

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