Granite Has Opened Its Solari Aggregate Plant In Arvin, Calif., A 1,000-tph Facility. That Replaces A Depleted Granite Facility. By Mark S. Kuhar
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How Population Growth Drives the Construction Economy
by: Pierre G. Villere I have long espoused that consumer sentiment is the most important driver in our economy. When sentiment is in the doldrums, the economy slows, and in contrast, when sentiment is buoyed by the average consumer feeling good about their jobs and their future, the economy expands.
Read MoreBiden Our Time
With the inauguration of Joe Biden as president, we move into an entirely new chapter in U.S. history. Rest assured there will be good points and bad points to the next four years.
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Read MoreCOVID-Relief Package Details
Feb. 15, 2021 – According to the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), Democratic House Leaders have drafted and advanced through nine different markups of the legislative text of a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package. While hundreds of amendments have been offered to this massive bill, all but one has fallen on a partisan vote, showcasing the tight grip the Speaker and…
Read MoreCEMEX U.S. Sales Up 8% in Fourth Quarter
CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. announced that consolidated net sales for the company increased 9% in the fourth quarter of 2020 to $3.5 billion and 1% for the full year 2020 to $13 billion versus the comparable periods in 2019.
Read MoreIROCK Crushers Adds New Mid-Atlantic Dealer
IROCK Crushers has partnered with GT Mid Atlantic to be its exclusive dealer in Delaware, Maryland and New Jersey. The leadership team at IROCK was keen to strategically partner with GT Mid Atlantic to represent its full line of products in this key region.
Read MoreTerex Finlay Launches Largest Mobile Jaw Crusher
The Terex Finlay LJ-130 hybrid jaw crusher is the largest mobile jaw crusher in the company’s range and has been developed for large-scale quarry and mining operations. The machine can operate as a standalone primary crusher or be integrated into a mobile or static crushing and screening plant.
Read MoreEriez Completes Major Plant Expansion
Eriez completed a major expansion to its Wager Road facility, located in Erie, Pa., approximately 15 miles from the company’s world headquarters. The expanded space will support Eriez’ strategic growth initiatives for global research and development (R&D), aftermarket repair and testing, and recycling equipment technology.
Read MoreBiden: Without Infrastructure China Will Eat Our Lunch
President Joe Biden urged Congress to move quickly on a large infrastructure improvement plan in a meeting with four senators, declaring that China is poised to “eat our lunch” otherwise, according to a story on Bloomberg.
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