Damascus had several of its personnel carriers available to try on for size.

Caterpillar's CM210, ideal for thin to mid seams, was a large presence at Bluefield's outside show floor.

Another part of Cat's equipment-focused show display.

Ending the outdoor "red carpet" path was Matrix, offering barbeque, drinks and a cool escape from the late summer sun.

Huesker's Tom Bailey helps a Bluefield attendee with the details of the company's longwall solutions.