PRINOTH and McNeilus introduced a unique tracked concrete mixer destined for the off-road construction market. Originating from an increased demand for off-road placement of concrete, Multi Machine Inc. of New Jersey, the PRINOTH dealer for the Northeast, decided to add to their national rental fleet a concrete mixer to allow contractors access in hard-to-reach locations and provide exciting new opportunities…
Read MoreDay: March 11, 2021
MSHA Reports First Fatality of 2021
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reported that on Jan. 16, a miner was fatally injured while using a tool to remove a down-the-hole hammer. The drill motor turned unexpectedly, pinning the driller’s leg between the tool and the drill mast. The accident took place at Red Dog Operations, Northeast Arctic, Alaska.
Read MoreGranite Earns Three CalCIMA Safety Awards
Granite received three California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) 2020 Excellence in Safety Awards. The annual awards recognize mines, plants and individuals for their exemplary contributions to safety leadership, innovation, and communication, and how well they extend safety beyond their workplace setting. Winners are selected by a judging panel of committee members.
Read MoreConstruction Starts Down to Start 2021
Strong Warehouse And Manufacturing Activity Not Enough To Offset Wide-Ranging Weakness. By Mark S. Kuhar
Read MoreStauber Introduces Saving America’s Mines Act
Congressman Pete Stauber (R-Minn.) introduced the Saving America’s Mines (SAM) Act, legislation that will prohibit any administration from unilaterally halting the mining of critical minerals on federal lands where mining is currently permissible.
Read MoreNSSGA Applauds Passage of Amendment Supporting NWPR
During the budget reconciliation floor proceedings, the Senate passed an amendment offered by Environment & Public Works Committee Ranking Member Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) supporting the Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR).
Read MoreThe Tide Turns
Recent Developments In Federal Regulation Of Discharges To WOTUS. By Carlota Hopinks-Baul
Read MorePERMITTING – MARCH 2021
Virginia Sand and Gravel Operation Faces OppositionMore than 800 opponents signed a petition to voice their concerns about a proposed South Shore Sand and Gravel mine near Pikes Lake in Iron River, Wis. The town board voted 5-0 to deny President Ralph Frostman’s permit for the operation, but the fight isn’t over. The matter is to be taken up by…
Read MoreLet’s Get Sublime
We Need To Elevate Our Use Of Language In Business Communication. By Thomas J. Roach
Read MoreHow To Be A Leader On Webcam
Being An Inspirational Leader Virtually Can Be Done – If You Put A Plan In Place First. By Steve Schumacher
Read More