Missouri Limestone Producers Association (MLPA) members Capital Quarries and Capital Materials, divisions of Farmer Holding Co. (FHC), recently launched a new safety program, Target Zero, at their sites across Missouri. The program focuses on preventing complacency and reminds employees they have choices to make when ensuring their own and other employees safety.
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Dyno Nobel Launches New Electronic Initiation System
Dyno Nobel launched the DigiShot Plus 4G electronic initiation system, the newest and most sophisticated addition to the Dyno Nobel electronic line. The system, developed by Dyno Nobel’s joint venture partner DetNet, is designed to help reduce overall costs and increase productivity by reducing blasting delays and introducing programming speeds seven times faster than existing systems. Electronic initiation first started…
Read MoreShuster Poised to Release Infrastructure Bill Framework
July 23, 2018 – There are once again rumblings regarding an infrastructure bill. House Transportation Chairman Bill Shuster told Politico that he will soon release a framework proposal. Shuster said his discussion draft would “cover all the bases in infrastructure” and “deal with all the policy pieces,” including pay-fors. With his retirement looming, Shuster has the added benefit of being able to go…
Read MoreMDU Resources Acquires Oregon Producer
MDU Resources Group, Inc. announced it has acquired the operations of Molalla Redi-Mix and Rock Products Inc., which produces ready-mix concrete in Molalla, Ore., south of Portland.
Read MoreBridgestone Expanding Tire Production at Illinois Plant
Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced a $12 million investment that will expand production to include popular off-the-road (OTR) tire sizes at its Bloomington, Ill., plant. The plant will produce multiple sizes and patterns in 29-, 33- and 35-in. OTR tires, which until now have only been produced by Bridgestone in Japan. “As an industry leader, Bridgestone is committed to meet the evolving…
Read MoreMotion Industries Opens New Distribution Center
Motion Industries Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Co., recently opened its new distribution center in Auburn, Wash. The facility is managed by Ryan Mort. The center’s strategically chosen location features easy connections to Interstates 5, 405 and 90. It is also conveniently situated only 15 minutes from Sea-Tac International Airport. Covering more than 62,000 sq. ft., the…
Read MoreWeir Completes Acquisition of ESCO
The Weir Group PLC completed the acquisition of ESCO Corp., a leading provider of ground engaging tools for surface mining and infrastructure markets, for an enterprise value of $1,285 million. It follows regulatory clearance for the transaction, which was first announced in April. “We are delighted to formally welcome ESCO to Weir,” said Weir Group Chief Executive Jon Stanton. “It is…
Read MoreVirginia Recognizes Quarries for Safety and Reclamation
Virginia’s mineral-mining industry recognized mining operations for an exemplary safety record and for outstanding reclamation of mined land during 2017. The Virginia Department of Mines, Minerals and Energy (DMME) and the Virginia Transportation and Construction Alliance (VTCA) award mines and miners annually for outstanding work in these areas.
Read MoreVictaulic Hosts Construction Camp for Girls
Victaulic, a manufacturer of mechanical pipe-joining systems, hosted and sponsored the 2018 Let’s Build Construction Camp for Girls of the Lehigh Valley. The week-long camp in Pennsylvania invites high school age girls to explore the construction trades, architecture, engineering and construction manufacturing through hands-on experiences and field trips. On the morning of Wednesday, July 11,Victaulic welcomed about 30 participants and volunteers…
Read MoreASGCO Recognized by U.S. Ambassador to Chile
U.S. Ambassador to Chile Carol Z. Perez, presented Allentown, Pa.-based ASGCO with the Export Leadership Award during EXPOMIN 2018. The award was presented at a ceremony in Santiago, Chile, and recognizes ASGCO for “exemplary leadership in exporting U.S.-made products and services to Chile.” The company attributes its growth over the years to recognized improvements in the productivity of customer’s operations.…
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