Associated Equipment Distributors is hosting the 2018 Executive Conclave, Sept. 26-27, at the MGM National Harbor in Oxon HIll, Md. The one-and-a-half day conference will focus on the issues most relevant to today’s equipment dealerships, stimulating new thinking and inspiring action. During the event, executives from many AED companies will gather to share ideas and work together to learn from one another. The…
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Eagle Crusher Co. Debuts Stealth 500 Crusher
Eagle Crusher Co. debuted the Stealth 500, the latest product addition to the Eagle Crusher line of heavy-duty crushing and screening equipment. The Stealth has been specifically configured to help cost-conscious businesses by enabling them to enter the recycle concrete, asphalt, aggregate, and sand and gravel industries for an unexpectedly low initial investment price for an all-electric plant that provides…
Read MoreDodge Momentum Index Falters in August
The Dodge Momentum Index fell 2.9 percent in August to 164.1 (2000=100) from the revised July reading of 169.0. 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 MoreKirby Promoted to North America Sales Director – East
Kolberg Pioneer Inc., Johnson Crushers International Inc. and Astec Mobile Screens Inc. announced the promotion of Darren Kirby to North America sales director – East. In his new position, Kirby will be responsible for directing, administering and coordinating all domestic field sales operations for the eastern region. He will report to the vice president, sales and marketing to establish and…
Read MoreDrones and Aggregates Operations
Sept. 6, 2018 – At this year’s InterDrone show in Las Vegas, aggregates operations are in the spotlight. Industry experts on a panel discussed how data from drones is being used; how aggregates plants can optimize this data; and how plants are doing it. Rather than just capturing data, they’re seeing the data being used for accounting purposes to help drive…
Read MoreU.S. Concrete Acquires Texas Producer; Divests Lime Operations
U.S. Concrete Inc. expanded its aggregates business in Texas with the acquisition of Leon River Aggregate Materials LLC, a sand and gravel producer based in Proctor, Texas.
Read MorePolaris to Increase Aggregates Imports at California Terminal
U.S. Concrete Inc.’s wholly owned subsidiary, Polaris Materials, obtained the necessary permits to increase the amount of aggregates it imports at its terminal located in Long Beach, Calif.
Read MoreCongress Looks at Innovation in Surface Transportation
The U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Highways and Transit heard from transportation industry representatives during a Sept. 5 hearing about new and exciting developments related to autonomous vehicles, connected vehicles, intelligent transportation systems and mobility on demand technologies, according to the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA).
Read MoreUSGS Ranks Top Sand and Gravel Producers
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) released a listing of the top 20 U.S. construction sand and gravel producers. This new listing, based on 2016 production, is the most current information available, said USGS Commodity Specialist Jason Willett.
Read MoreASV Adds Maryland Dealer to Network
ASV Holdings Inc. announced the addition of Rippeon Equipment to its dealer network. The Gaithersburg, Md.-based dealer will offer all ASV Posi-Track compact track loaders, featuring best-in-class rated operating capacity, cooling systems and hydraulic efficiency. The company will also carry ASV’s full line of skid steer loaders. “Rippeon Equipment is an established dealership with strong ties to the local market,” said Matt Sawyer, ASV district…
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