The value of new construction starts in August decreased 9 percent from the previous month to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $741.9 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The August downturn for total construction starts matched the 9 percent decline reported for July, as activity in the latest two months pulled back after the sharp increases in May (up 14 percent)…
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Van Tongeren System Classifies Aggregates Without Water
Process equipment manufacturer Van Tongeren America, Lebanon, Pa., has unveiled a Gravitational-Inertial Classifier (GIC) system that automatically separates dry materials without using water. Developed to replace the traditional wet separation process that often consumes millions of gallons of water daily with a dry process that needs no water, the pneumatic air classifier system harnesses gravitational, inertial, centrifugal and aerodynamic forces…
Read MorePeckham Industries Acquires Palmer Paving
Peckham Industries Inc. has completed the acquisition of Palmer Paving Corp., a heavy highway construction and materials business based in Palmer, Mass. Palmer’s operations, seasoned business management team and more than 150 employees will remain intact and will provide Peckham with expanding business opportunities in the region. Together, the companies will optimize the synergies that exist between them.
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