The Dodge Momentum Index surged again in November, climbing 13.9 percent to 149.5 (2000=100) from the revised October reading of 131.3. The Momentum Index is a monthly measure of the first (or initial) report for nonresidential building projects in planning, which have been shown to lead construction spending for nonresidential buildings by a full year.
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Masaba Holds Dealer Training Events
Masaba Inc., a U.S. manufacturer of innovative aggregate material handling solutions, recently held two separate dealer network training events at its Vermillion, S.D., facility. Nearly 60 members of Masaba’s authorized dealer network and other guests attended the events. The company’s dealer training was a way to give attendees the opportunity to see the equipment in action and gain first-hand experience…
Read MoreMissouri Limestone Producers Elect New Board
The Missouri Limestone Producers Association (MLPA) announced the election of its 2018 board of directors and officers.
Read MoreHigh Named Cedarapids Regional Sales Manager
The Cedarapids brand of Terex MPS has named Jeffrey High as its new regional sales manager based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, effective Nov. 27, 2017. High has 20-plus years’ experience in aggregates and mining equipment sales. As well as sales roles, he has a wealth of experience in dealer development and product development. Prior to joining Cedarapids, High worked as…
Read MoreLakes Limestone Trade Up Almost 19 Percent in November
Shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes totaled 2.95 million tons in November, an increase of 18.8 percent compared to a year ago, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association. November’s loadings were also 6.4 percent ahead of the month’s five-year average.
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