Nov. 11, 2016 – Academy Blasting is offering its popular “Mechanics of Rock Blasting” course to Rock Products’ readers at a special 10 percent discount. Getting the discount is easy. First, create an Account on AcademyBlasting.com. Go to the Courses tab and select Mechanics of Rock Blasting. Add this course to your cart and proceed to check-out. Enter the code “RockProducts”…
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Here Comes MINExpo
Every Four Years the Largest Mining-Specific Show in the World Hits Las Vegas. What is in Store for Attendees? By Mark S. Kuhar
Read MoreRock Through the Ages: 1896-2016
This 120-year retrospective of Rock Products’ coverage and the history of the aggregate and cement industries is combined with important national and international events. By Mark S. Kuhar & Josephine Smith
Read MoreRock Products 120 Years Strong
One of the most honored duties that falls to the editor of a long-serving trade magazine is the opportunity to mark a major milestone. This issue celebrates the 120th anniversary of Rock Products.
Read MoreFrac Sand Insider Conference Draws Attendees; Protestors
Rock Products held its third Frac Sand Insider conference May 10-11 at the La Crosse Center in La Crosse, Wis. Almost 300 people attended the event, which was highlighted by an educational program, expo and social events.
Read MoreRock Products 120th Anniversary – Part 11
IN THIS SPECIAL YEAR-LONG SERIES CELEBRATING OUR 120TH YEAR PUBLISHING MILESTONE, ROCK PRODUCTS PRESENTS A HISTORY OF THE AGGREGATES INDUSTRY. In This Issue, We Cover The Years 1990-1999. With little doubt, automated production became more prevalent for aggregate and cement companies of every size beginning in the 1990s. Prior to this period, companies may have had aspects of plant operation, such as…
Read MoreFrac Sand Insider Conference Draws Attendees; Protestors
Rock Products held its third Frac Sand Insider conference May 10-11 at the La Crosse Center in La Crosse, Wis. Almost 300 people attended the event, which was highlighted by an educational program, expo and social events.
Read MoreRock Products 120th Anniversary – Part 10
IN THIS SPECIAL YEAR-LONG SERIES CELEBRATING OUR 120TH YEAR PUBLISHING MILESTONE, ROCK PRODUCTS PRESENTS A HISTORY OF THE AGGREGATES INDUSTRY. In This Issue, We Cover The Years 1980-1989. With the inauguration of Ronald Reagan as president in January 1981, the U.S. aggregate industry began to see a positive change in both production figures, which increased during the entire eight years…
Read MoreRock Products-Sponsored Luncheon to Feature Navy SEAL
Former U.S. Navy SEAL Curt Cronin will give a presentation on teamwork during the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) Young Leaders luncheon at NSSGA’s Annual Convention and AGG1 Academy & Expo. The luncheon is being sponsored by Rock Products. It will take place Tuesday March 22 at 12:00 pm at the Music City Center. “We are proud to once again sponsor…
Read MoreRock Products 120th Anniversary – Part 9
IN THIS SPECIAL YEAR-LONG SERIES CELEBRATING OUR 120TH YEAR PUBLISHING MILESTONE, ROCK PRODUCTS PRESENTS A HISTORY OF THE AGGREGATES INDUSTRY. In This Issue, We Cover The Years 1971-1980. As Rock Products entered its 75th year of covering the aggregate and cement industries, the U.S. Bureau of Census released a report stating that nearly 30 percent of all U.S. households had…
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