The Maryland Transportation Builders & Materials Association (MTBMA) recognized outstanding operators at their fourth annual safety banquet on April 22. Joseph Casper, National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) vice president of safety, called attention to outstanding NSSGA producer members in the state, Aggregate Industries, Blue Grass Materials and Chaney Enterprises for success in eliminating injuries.
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CEMEX Stakes Position on Climate Change
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. staked its position on climate change, by reaffirming its commitment to the recently signed Paris Agreement. CEMEX said it agrees with the vast majority of the scientific community that the benefits of mitigating global warming will by far outweigh any costs to achieve this goal, and welcomes the ambitious targets, the bottom-up commitments from signatory Countries,…
Read MoreConstruction Employment Still Increasing
Construction employment increased in 244 out of 358 metro areas, was unchanged in 44 and declined in 70 between March 2015 and March 2016, according to a new analysis of federal employment data released today by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said the new figures show that the construction sector, in most parts of the country, continues…
Read MoreProCon JCB to Host Open House
ProCon JCB will be hosting an open house on Thursday, April 28 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the company’s headquarters, 461 Pioneer Place, Las Cruces, N.M. In addition to enjoying a free lunch, attendees will have the opportunity to view heavy equipment, demo new JCB machines, talk to product specialists, and take advantage of exclusive tool and equipment specials.…
Read MoreA Bridge Not Too Far
April 27, 2016 –CNN’s website is featuring a photo gallery of the “most spectacular bridges erected in recent years – and a few that could define the skylines of the future.” Some very innovative and high-tech examples here, and plenty of high style. These new landmarks are as ambitious and inventive as the buildings that surround them. Check it out.
Read MoreMarch Construction Eases Back One Percent
At a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $660.5 billion, new construction starts in March receded 1 percent from February’s pace, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. Total construction starts had jumped 13 percent in February, led by a huge gain for the electric utility and gas plant category.
Read MoreMetso Introduces HP5 Cone Crusher
Metso introduced a new cone crusher to the global market. The company said it designed the new HP5 with safety, simplicity and eco-efficiency in mind. Automatic settings, specialized maintenance tools, reduced emissions and energy-efficient motors are just a few of the improvements built into this new cone crusher. The Nordberg HP5 follows the successful HP3, HP4 and HP6 as the…
Read MoreARTBA Issues Transportation Kudos for Earth Day
On the 46th annual Earth Day observance April 22, the men and women of the U.S. transportation design and construction industry remain committed to protecting the environment while also providing good jobs, economic development opportunities, and safe and efficient travel for the nation.
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A company that was working to start a frac sand mine in the towns of Alma and Adams, Wis., filed for bankruptcy, according to the Jackson County Chronicle. Terracor Resources filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy in a federal court in Texas April 4. Terracor has been working to launch a frac sand processing facility and related rail spur – an…
Read MoreBadger Mining Transload Facility Open for Business
After a year of construction and several setbacks due to historic rainfall, Badger Mining Corp.’s (BMC) Erick, Okla., transload facility is now open for business, the company said.
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