Hi-Crush Partners has entered into a contribution agreement with Hi-Crush Proppants LLC to acquire Hi-Crush Blair LLC, the entity that owns Proppants’ raw frac sand processing facility located in Blair, Wis.
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First Unit Train of Sand Arrives at BMC’s Oklahoma Facility
Badger Mining Corp.’s (BMC) recently-opened Erick, Okla., transload facility received its first unit train of sand. The shipment adds to product already at the wholly owned and operated site, which primarily serves the Anadarko Basin.
Read MoreGoing Global
Aug. 24, 2016 – According to the latest market report published by Persistence Market Research, the global construction aggregates market is anticipated to witness a year-over-year growth of 6.3 percent in 2016. Increasing activities in infrastructure and renovation sectors are among the key drivers propelling the demand for construction aggregates globally. In addition, the macroeconomic factors such as open-ended industrialization…
Read MoreNatural Resource Partners Touts VantaCore Aggregates Segment
Natural Resource Partners reported net income from continuing operations attributable to the limited partners for the three months ended June 30, 2016, of $47.7 million, or $3.90 per unit, an increase of $13.3 million, from $34.4 million, or $2.82 per unit, a year earlier.
Read MoreFAA Ready for Drone Rule Avalanche
The Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is bracing for major activity resulting from its first operational rules for routine commercial use of drones. The rule goes into effect Aug. 29. These new regulations work to harness new innovations safely, spur job growth, advance critical scientific research and save lives. More than 3,300 prospective operators are seeking FAA credentials,…
Read MoreSME Releases 2016 Minerals Baby
The Minerals Education Coalition (MEC) of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration Inc. (SME) released the iconic “Minerals Baby” for 2016 that reflects an increase of more than 15,000 lb. per capita usage when compared with the previous year’s statistics. MEC annually calculates the amount of minerals and energy fuels that are consumed in the average lifetime of an…
Read MoreMellott Honors Three Long-Term Employees
On July 22, Mellott Company honored three long-term employees for their many years of service: Loren Leese, 40 years; Rodney Divelbliss, 38 years; and Paul Beegle, 30 years. Each one received individually designed commemorative awards to mark their achievements. The awards were presented at a luncheon for all Mellott employees, except those who were tending to customers, the company noted. As an…
Read MoreGranite Construction Has Strong Second Quarter
Granite Construction reported net income of $14.1 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2016, compared to net income of $9.6 million in the second quarter of 2015.
Read MoreAggregate Industries Honored with Green Star Award
The Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) honored the Aggregate Industries US Northeast Region with the Green Star Award during ELM’s annual Earth Night. Aggregate Industries was recognized for its dedication and commitment to creating a healthy environment and a future of clean energy.
Read MoreCarmeuse Lauds Its Mine Rescue Teams
After their outstanding performances in local and regional competitions earlier this year, the four mine rescue teams from Carmeuse Black River, Luttrell, Maysville and North Georgia once again demonstrated their skills and received significant recognition for their work during the 2016 National Mine Rescue Competition.
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