The Ontario Aggregate Resources Corp. (TOARC), through the Management of Abandoned Aggregate Properties (MAAP) program, focuses on two important Aggregate Resources Trust purposes: the rehabilitation of legacy pits and quarries, and research relating to aggregate resource management, including rehabilitation.
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MSHA Targets Electric Motor-Driven Mine Equipment and Accessories
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced a proposed rule incorporating national and international voluntary consensus standards related to electric motor-driven mine equipment and accessories.
Read MoreJohn Deere Wins Auction to Deploy 5G in Manufacturing Facilities
John Deere has successfully obtained 5G licenses in five counties in Iowa and Illinois as part of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) auction for the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) 3.5 GHz spectrum. This will enable John Deere to accelerate the availability of 5G in its largest manufacturing facilities in North America.
Read MoreGranite Makes Executive Appointments
Granite announced that effective Dec. 1, James A. Radich will be appointed executive vice president and chief operating officer (COO). As COO, Radich will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company and will provide the leadership to ensure that the appropriate reporting procedures, people, and systems are in place to meet the operating requirements and financial goals…
Read MorePeckham Industries Creates Special Website for Quarry
Peckham Industries has launched a special website with information about its quarry in Pleasant Valley, N.Y., and the role it plays in supporting the local community and economy.
Read MoreLhoist to Open New Dolomitic Quicklime Distribution Facility
Lhoist North America announced that after extensive technical and market review, it is proceeding with a new distribution facility for dolomitic quicklime to service the steel industry. The new terminal will be in the Memphis area. The distribution terminal, which is expected to be operational in 2021, is primarily driven by growing demand for Lhoist’s high-purity dolomitic lime products in…
Read MoreHyundai Construction Equipment Adds Alta to Network
Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas (HCEA) expanded its North American authorized dealer network with the addition of Alta Equipment Co. With six dealerships across Illinois, Alta Equipment will be a valued addition to HCEA’s North Central territory.
Read MoreSuperior Industries
These modular platform systems offer bulk producers a faster, more economical solution to developing and commissioning a new processing plant. The scalable, pre-engineered systems can also be applied as additions to existing plants.Superior Industries, www.superior-ind.com
Read MoreCarmeuse Operation Honors Veterans
On Veterans Day, Carmeuse’s River Rouge operation paid tribute to those who have served our country by donating wreaths through the Wreaths Across America organization. The site sponsored wreaths in remembrance of fallen soldiers and also participated in the Give and Get a Wreath Program, gifting wreaths to River Rouge veterans Doug Owens, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps…
Read MoreMaterial Shortages, Price Increases
Nov. 24, 2020 – According to Ken Simonson, chief economist for Associated General Contractors of America (AGC), selective materials shortages and price increases continue to affect contractors. AGC has received reports of cement shortages in California and Utah. Participants in the October ABI survey also reported problems. Overall, six in 10 responding firms this month indicated that they have seen some degree of…
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