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"Pave The Way" with Raptor paving and asphalt solutions

December 4, 2024

"The paving/asphalt season is coming to an end, and that means maintenance season is starting. We have worked with our customer to make modifications to OEM wear parts and provided a complete kit that includes floor plates, chain guards, and additional wear strips— all made from RaptorPlate® an…


Safety Solutions - Window Guards

October 17, 2024

When the going gets tough, the tough turn to Raptor window guards. Engineered and manufactured by Raptor Mining, these guards provide an essential layer of protection. Our priority is to ensure that every operator has a safe work environment, especially in challenging conditions. Our safety…


Komatsu PC 2000 Bucket Rebuild Project

September 12, 2024

A few months ago, the Barrie team was awarded a bucket project. Working closely with engineering and our customer, we developed a plan to give the bucket enhanced protection for harsh conditions. We removed the old base edge and installed a new one, complemented by a RaptorPlate® liner package both …


Step It Up!! - Raptor Safety Steps

May 28, 2024

Raptor Safety Steps are an essential safety feature installed on dozers and excavators to ensure operators start their day safely and reduce the risk of injuries. These steps are designed with several key features and benefits: 1) Non-Slip Surface: Raptor Safety Steps are constructed with a…


RaptorPlate® - Armour Package - 980 Loader

May 28, 2024

Frequently, new wheel loaders are purchased without sufficient consideration for their specific applications. This oversight can result in using a General Purpose (GP) bucket in environments that are too impactful or abrasive, leading to premature wear and tear. Consequently, this causes high…


World of Asphalt - Countdown Has Started!

March 19, 2024

The Raptor team is gearing up for the World Of Asphalt show next week in Nashville, Tennessee. We'll be showcasing a diverse portfolio of products and services, including Defender®, RaptorPlate®, and even MagnaWear®. If you're interested in learning more about enhanced aggregate flights, flopgates, or…


Raptor Asphalt Solutions - RAP Scoops

March 11, 2024

Reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) refers to pavement materials containing asphalt and aggregates that have been removed or reprocessed. Rap scoops, used in handling RAP, face continual abrasive wear. At Raptor, we offer reverse engineering services for OEM RAP Scoops, providing solutions with…


It's Hammer Time!

March 11, 2024

In tough job environments, hydraulic hammers are crucial for getting tasks done. Given their frequent exposure to impact and abrasion, they benefit from additional wear protection. Here, a local mobile welder installed Raptor Defender®, RaptorPlate®, and Raptor Mining Corner bars, ensuring p…


Raptor Asphalt Solutions - Flop Gates

March 4, 2024

"In asphalt plants, the management of material flow required the utilization of flop gates, which can come in single or double working configurations and are subjected to significant wear and tear. While most original equipment manufacturer (OEM) flop gates fulfill their function adequately,…


Raptor Safety Solutions - Dozer Stands

February 22, 2024

Large components require structurally sound solutions. Our Safety Solutions team engineered, designed & manufactured a variety of dozer blades that made it to our customers. For any questions with regards to these D8, D10 and D11 dozer stands, please reach out to Raptor. Work safe!