QBall’s Tales

2016 Asphalt Paving Season Finale

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This is my last load of asphalt in the paving machine for this year.   The last load of the 2016 paving season ended up going back to the recycling pile to be crushed and recycled into new asphalt.  

SuperMoon – Saturday 

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I took these near the end of my day Saturday evening.  I waited to long Sunday evening and could not get a picture with my phone.  However, I managed to get what I believe to be good pictures on the DSLR.  Once the Mrs gets them moved to the laptop I’ll probably add em.   … Read more

Demolition Debris Removal 

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Friday morning was spent hauling away demolition debris from Firmenich which is a custom drying facility.  They specialize in turning liquid ingredients into dry powders used in the food industry.  

Working At Schell’s Brewery 

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On Thursday morning a couple of us spent several hours hauling excavation materials out of the Schell’s Brewing Company.  Honestly, I have no idea what the project was or what the finished job will look like.  What I do know is that the view is always great when you are on the brewery property.   … Read more

Driveway Warranty 

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As the construction season nears its end things get a little goofy.  By that I mean there are no longer any major projects requiring large numbers of trucks and many days of work.  At this point of year all that remains to be completed are the small or last minute jobs.  One such small job … Read more

Back Straight Up 

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When I’m asked if you wouldn’t mind backing straight up I tend to just do as I’m asked.   OK so maybe it didn’t end up “exactly” but who cares and does it really matter?  This is a bean field after all.  

Fertilizer Time

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When you are asked if you are interested in driving semi tendering fertilizer for the Co-Op the only correct answer is “when do I need to be there?”   Waiting in line to load the first load of the day.   Made it to the field.   After a full load and a partial I’m … Read more

Building A Pond 

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I spent all day Thursday and Friday hauling excavation material.  Our task being to build a water run-off retention pond for a newly constructed building.  

Good Morning!    

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Good morning !  It’s November 3rd and it looks like it’ll be another beautiful fall day here in Minnesota.  A gorgeous sunrise is always a nice start to the day.