The MJ47 module features the robust, 36- x 48-in. (914mm x 1219mm) Terex Jaques ST47 jaw crusher. Other key features include: The Terex Simplicity 51-in. x 24-ft. (1.3 m x 7.3 m) heavy-duty double-deck vibrating grizzly feeder. Large capacity truck dump hopper. • Discharge conveyor. • Extra heavy-duty galvanized/painted I-beam frame. Wrap-around maintenance access platform. Stairs. Guard rails. The modular…
Read MoreMonth: August 2014
Construction Employment Increases In 223 Metro Areas
Construction employment expanded in 223 metro areas, declined in 72 and was stagnant in 44 between July 2013 and July 2014, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America.
Read MoreFoxx Announces FHWA Grants
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced more than $4 million in grants from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) designed to accelerate innovation in highway project delivery. The funds are intended to help to get roads and bridges repaired and built faster and more efficiently. Additional grants will be announced in coming weeks.
Read MoreMSHA Reports Decrease in Violations
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced that federal inspectors issued 190 citations and eight orders during special impact inspections conducted at 15 coal mines and three metal and nonmetal mines in July.
Read MoreHousing Starts Dip in July
Sales of newly built, single-family homes fell 2.4 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 412,000 units in July, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. Sales numbers for June were revised up 16,000 to 422,000.
Read MoreCountry Star Kip Moore Debuts Construction Industry Song, Video
Country music star Kip Moore debuted a new song and video today at www.CaseCE.com/OntheCase dedicated to the hard-working men and women of the construction industry. The song, “On the Case,” is a personal homage to his fan base and the people who have inspired and supported him throughout his career. The song and video are also being released in coordination with…
Read MoreHOLT CAT Opens New Location
HOLT CAT, the Caterpillar equipment and engine dealer for South, Central, North and Northeast Texas, opened a new location in Edinburg, Texas. The new location will expand the company’s presence in Hidalgo County, which currently includes a HOLT Truck Center. The addition of a full-service store will help HOLT continue its strong commitment to serving the communities and businesses of…
Read Moreoff-Highway Diesel Prices
The national estimated average price-per-gallon for off-highway diesel fuel as of August 28 is $3.548. That is lower than the previous comparison price-per-gallon of $3.565.
Read MoreReport: Cement, Ready-Mix Prices Remain Elevated
Current construction costs rose for the 31st consecutive month in August according to IHS and the Procurement Executives Group (PEG). The current IHS PEG Engineering and Construction Cost Index (ECCI) registered 53.0 percent in August, softer than the July reading, but still in positive territory.
Read MoreSME Warns Feds to Bolster Minerals Supply Chain
August 27, 2014 – We need more mining engineers! The Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration Inc. (SME) has submitted comments to the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy regarding its request for information about critical and strategic materials supply chains and their importance to American prosperity and national security. SME’s comments focused on the role of maintaining…
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