An estimated 656 million metric tons (Mt) of total construction aggregates was produced and shipped for consumption in the United States in the third quarter of 2017, a slight decrease compared with that of the third quarter of 2016, according to Jason Willett, crushed stone commodity specialist for the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS.) The estimated production for consumption in the…
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That $1 Trillion May Actually Be Only $200 Billion
According to a report from Bloomberg, President Trump plans to release his long-promised infrastructure proposal in early January, citing a senior administration official.
Read MoreDodge Momentum Index Surges
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.
Read MoreMasaba 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.
Read MoreNational Miners Day Celebrated
Dec. 6 is National Miners Day, a day designated by Congress to honor the contributions and sacrifices of miners both past and present. It is appropriate that the country takes a moment to celebrate the incredible contributions that those who quarry stone, sand and gravel make on everyday life.
Read MoreHardox Wearparts Launches New, Enhanced Website
SSAB announced the launch of a newly enhanced Hardox Wearparts website. Visitors to the site will now find it easier to select the right steel and other wear materials and parts for their applications as well as more efficient tools for sending in quote requests. “The Hardox Wearparts website is a next step in building up a strong digital footprint,” said…
Read MoreCardinal’s New ARMOR Truck Scales Feature Digital SmartCells
Cardinal Scale’s new ARMOR series digital truck scales with SmartCell load cells offer unmatched performance built to last a lifetime of heavy-duty weighing use, according to the company. Every facet of the digital truck scale weighbridge and electronics have been specifically built for long-lasting endurance, minimal upkeep, and iOT monitoring convenience. ARMOR truck scales feature 135-ton capacity, 50-ton CLC, no…
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