TOP NEWS Martin Marietta’s Record Results Martin Marietta Materials Inc. reported record results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30. The company is reporting total revenues of just over $1.2 billion versus just under $1.1 billion for the year-ago period. Luck Stone Expands in Southeast Luck Stone, the crushed stone and aggregates division of Luck Companies, has significantly broadened its footprint into…
Read MoreMonth: December 2018
Happy National Miners Day
Dec. 6 is National Miners Day, a day designated by Congress to honor the contributions and sacrifices of miners both past and present. This day was created as a day of reflection, when we can show appreciation for the sacrifices, honor the accomplishments and remember the tragedies that these hard-working individuals experience.
Read MoreARTBA: Transportation Market to Grow 4.2 Percent
The U.S. transportation infrastructure market is expected to grow 4.2 percent in 2019, according to the annual economic forecast released Dec. 5 by the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA).
Read MoreGreat Lakes Limestone Trade Down 6 Percent in November
Shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes totaled 2.8 million tons in November, a decrease of 6 percent compared to a year ago, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association. However, limestone cargos were just about on track with the month’s five-year average.
Read MoreBenchmark 2019 Survey
Dec. 5, 2018 – Rock Products needs your insight! Please take our industry survey. Our 2019 Industry Survey is designed to help us understand the trends and needs of the industry looking forward. With your insight and answers, you’re helping us plan our editorial coverage and content. We know your time is valuable, so every completed survey will be entered to win in our drawing…
Read MoreMcCloskey Holds Two-Day Dealer Event
McCloskey held its first multi-spread demonstration event at King Bros. Quarry in Northern Ireland last month, highlighting the power of its equipment working together. Demonstrations were an integral part of activities tailored to familiarize both new and established dealers with the versatility and productivity of McCloskey’s latest products. More than 70 attendees from 27-plus McCloskey dealerships enjoyed guided tours to…
Read MoreAEM Campaign Urges Washington to Start With Infrastructure
A new public affairs campaign kicked off by the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is aiming to put infrastructure issues on the front burner with President Trump and a new Congress.
Read MoreConstruction Spending Down Slightly in October
The U.S. Census Bureau reported that construction spending during October 2018 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1,308.8 billion, 0.1 percent (±1.5 percent) below the revised September estimate of $1,310.8 billion. The October figure is 4.9 percent (±1.6 percent) above the October 2017 estimate of $1,247.5 billion.
Read MoreCat Tricone Drill Bits Designed to Lower Drilling Costs
Cat Tricone Drill Bits are designed for the most severe rotary blasthole applications, yet are cost effective for a wide range of drilling needs. The new bit line includes six diameters ranging from 171 mm (6 ¾ in.) to 311 mm (12 ¼ in.). Their carbide shapes and cutting face arrangements are optimized for high wear resistance and improved rock…
Read MorePennDOT Project Replaces More Than 500 Bridges
A significant project to replace 558 poor-condition bridges statewide is nearly complete, with 511 completed and open to traffic in the state’s public-private partnership (P3) for bridges, the Rapid Bridge Replacement project, according to Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) Secretary Leslie S. Richards.
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