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Picking a Perfect Primary
Impact Crusher at an APAC-Kansas City Quarry has the Operation Primed for Success. By Mark S. Kuhar Read More -
In-The-Field Dreams
At R.E. Pierson’s Stone Yard in New Jersey, W.S. Tyler conducted Specialized Field Tests for a Number of Aggregates Producers. By Mark S. Kuhar This is the second in a new series of personal accounts called “Quarry Stories,” written by the editor of Rock Products, bringing you perspective and insight gleaned from more than 20 years of covering the equipment, technology, plant operations and people that make the aggregates industry great. –Ed. Read More -
Rock to the Top
Rock Products Presents the Top 25 Construction Aggregates Producers. Following are the top 25 aggregates producers in the United States, according to information released by the U.S. Geological Survey. This information is based upon 2012 production and does not take into consideration mergers and acquisitions that have occurred since that time. – Ed. Read More
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Breaking Rock News
Rock from the Road: Blog and Travelogue
July 25, 2014 – The Senate is poised to vote on legislation to ensure federal highway funds continue to flow to the states before Congress adjourns for the five-week August recess.
Prime-Time Products
Klϋber Lubrication introduced Klübertemp GR AR 555, a multi-purpose lubricant offering exceptional corrosion protection and high evaporation stability, according to the company.
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Rock Stars
McLanahan Corp. CEO Sean McLanahan was recently recognized for his community involvement by Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania. Sean received the Paul I. Detwiler III Achievement Award for his significant contributions to the social, economic, educational and cultural development of the region.
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Manufacturers in Focus
Terex announced that Kemper Equipment Inc. has been named its dealer in the states of Delaware, New Jersey, Maryland and Pennsylvania for the Terex Cedarapids and Terex Canica crushing and screening equipment lines of Terex Mineral Processing Systems (MPS).
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People on the Move
Mellott Company has named Rich Blake as its chief executive officer. Blake assumes the title of CEO in addition to his role as company president. The previous CEO, Paul C. Mellott Jr., will continue to serve as chairman of the board of Mellott Company.
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Drilling & Blasting
Screening & Sizing
- Great Lakes Aggregates Seeks Wear Life, Increased Throughput
- McLanahan, Continental Equipment Rescue Dexter Sand and Gravel
- Major Wire Modular Deck Crown Adaptors for Greater Throughput
- Terex Washing Systems Debuts Aggresand 206 Wash Plant
- GreyStone Offers New Washing, Dewatering Equipment
- Deister’s New Screen Delivers Day-to-Day Reliability
Maintenance & Wear Parts
Loading & Hauling
- Volvo Launches New Products at Florida Event
- Liebherr Loader Focuses on Fuel Consumption, Operating Costs
- Caterpillar Excavator Features Tier 4 Final Technology
- Komatsu Dealer Takes Lead with Simulator Training
- Volvo Artics Have Turbocharged, Tier 4 Compliant Engines
- Cat Loaders Rely on Deep System Integration
Events
| Thu Jul 31 New York Construction Materials Association - 5th Annual Golf Outing |
| Mon Aug 25 Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers Golf Outing |
| Tue Sep 09 Materials Group Fly-In |
| Thu Sep 18 Iowa Limestone Producers Association Golf Outing |
| Tue Sep 23 IMEX 2014 |
| Wed Oct 01 Georgia Construction Aggregate Association Fall Golf Outing |
| Sun Oct 05 NSSGA |
| Thu Oct 23 Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association Golf Tournament |
| Sun Nov 02 CalCIMA 2014 Education Conference |
| Sun Nov 16 Frac Sand Insider Conference & Exhibition |
ARI News
- UK: Carillion and Balfour Beatty in $5bn merger talks
- Engineering Aggregates plans sand and gravel pit for Walton, Indiana
- A natural concrete made of hemp
- Highly modified asphalt sections analyzed
- Jordan Aggregates environmental impact study approval
- KKR backs troubled sand miner Preferred Sands
- Lafarge confident on Holcim merger with recovery underway in Europe
- Single-layer surfacing: the key to cutting costs and boosting resource efficiency
- Southern Aggregates struggles to persuade the neighbours over mining plans
- Anglo American confirms sale of 50% interest in Lafarge Tarmac
Crushing & Breaking
Material Handling & Conveying
- Flexco Eases Maintenance Processes With Inspection Doors
- Dust Control Technology Mounting Brackets for Use at Discharge Points
- ContiTech Overcomes Limits in Vertical Conveying
- Conveyor Inspection Program Reduces Costs, Improves Safety
- Superior Debuts New, Quick-Setup Overland Conveyor
- Baldor’s Dodge Hydraulic Bearings Available in Larger Sizes
