Douglas Rulmeca is proud to be featured in the October 2025 issue of Pit & Quarry Magazine, which explores the engineering behind modern idler performance in the aggregate industry. The article highlights insights from Douglas Rulmeca President and CEO Paul Ross...

Douglas Rulmeca is proud to introduce the PSV Idler to the U.S. market. While it’s new to American customers, this idler has been manufactured and trusted worldwide since 1962. Known for its durability, engineering precision, and proven performance, the PSV Idler is...

Douglas Rulmeca has successfully completed Project Vulcan, the first phase of a multi-year initiative to modernize idler production. By moving from manual processes to fully automated lines, the company has boosted efficiency, preserved and expanded its workforce, and...

Douglas Rulmeca is setting a new industry benchmark with its state-of-the-art PSV idler plant in Pell City. In an exclusive interview on “Drilling Deeper”, President Paul Ross shares insights into the company's evolution, strategic global expansion, and innovative...

Smooth Operations: Why Impact Beds are Essential for Conveyor System Efficiency Conveyor systems are essential to numerous industries, providing efficient transport of bulk materials across various stages of production and processing. A common challenge these systems...

In bulk material handling, efficiency isn’t just about speed—it’s about consistent throughput, minimal downtime, and optimized resource use. Smart upgrades, modern monitoring, and strong operational practices can transform how your conveyors perform. Here’s how to...

Bulk conveyor systems are essential to industries like mining, power generation, and aggregates. But with their power comes risk. Conveyor safety is not just a compliance obligation—it’s a core responsibility that protects your team, your equipment, and your...

In bulk material handling operations, conveyor systems are essential for efficient material flow. From mining and aggregates to recycling and heavy manufacturing, conveyors move raw materials and products through critical processing stages. Protecting equipment,...

In bulk material handling systems, idlers operate under constant exposure to some of the harshest industrial environments—dust, water, abrasive materials, and extreme temperatures. The most common point of failure in an idler is its bearing assembly, where...

Conveyor pulleys are critical components in bulk material handling systems, tasked with driving, redirecting, and maintaining tension in the conveyor belt. Despite their robust construction, pulleys are subjected to constant abrasion, high dynamic loads, and harsh...