A group of western Wisconsin landowners have lost a court battle to block a proposed frac sand mine using a novel legal approach, according to the Lacrosse Tribune.
Read MoreDay: August 9, 2017
Hi-Crush Reports Higher Production, Sales
Hi-Crush Partners LP reported second quarter 2017 results. Revenues for the second quarter of 2017 totaled $135.2 million on sales of 2,112,516 tons of frac sand. This compares to $83.4 million of revenues on sales of 1,384,887 tons of frac sand in the first quarter of 2017.
Read MoreEmerge Energy Service Increases Second Quarter Volumes
Emerge Energy Services LP announced second quarter 2017 financial and operating results:
Read MoreBlack Mountain Sand, Diamondback Energy Ink Supply Contract
Black Mountain Sand LLC has entered into a new multi-year supply contract with Diamondback Energy Inc., beginning in early 2018. This agreement will ensure Diamondback’s long-term continuity of frac sand supply through committed capacity of Black Mountain’s two 4 million tpy facilities and 1.5 billion tons of in-basin frac sand reserves.
Read MoreThis Week’s Market Buzz
• Oil prices have slipped recently, pulling back from recent gains as exports from key OPEC producers rose and despite news of lower crude shipments from Saudi Arabia. The oil market has been in consolidation mode after a sharp rally between mid-June and late July pushed U.S. crude futures above $50 a barrel for the first time in several weeks.…
Read MoreSome MSHA Employees Do Not Meet Medical Standards
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced immediate action to address a longstanding issue by implementing an action plan for employees who do not meet the Agency’s medical standards. Some employees have not met medical standards for several years.
Read MoreCat CFO Halverson to Retire
Concluding a career spanning more than three decades with the company, Caterpillar Inc. announced that Group President and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Brad Halverson has elected to retire in early 2018. “As a second generation Caterpillar employee, Brad’s roots began well before he joined the company, and on behalf of the extended Caterpillar family, I want to thank him for…
Read MorePrinoth Adds CG Equipment to Dealer Network
Prinoth Ltd. announced that Ontario-based CG Equipment as its newest tracked vehicles dealer in Canada. CG Equipment will represent the Panther lineup in Ontario where there is an influx of activity. Well-established as a construction dealer, CG Equipment will service the province’s various markets as well as other off-road projects and industries. With the announcement of the Prinoth and CG…
Read MoreU.S. Asphalt Sales to Reach 27.6 Million Tons in 2021
Demand for asphalt used in paving, roofing and other products is forecast to rise 3.0 percent annually to 27.6 million tons in 2021. In terms of weight, asphalt used in paving products is projected to see the most rapid growth, reaching nearly 22 million tons in 2021.
Read MoreRichard M. Deister Promoted at Deister Machine Co.
Representing the fourth generation of Deister leadership, Richard (Rich) M. Deister was recently promoted to executive vice president of Deister Machine Co., a leading provider of innovative screening, scalping and feeding solutions for the aggregate and mining industries. “Rich has a proven track record for successfully leading large scale initiatives and driving innovation. His leadership skills are well suited to…
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