Dec. 9, 2022 – The Western Dredging Association (WEDA) is making a Call for Panels and Sessions for its annual Dredging Summit & Expo ’23. The call for papers and extended abstracts will be sent out around Dec. 19. The conference will take place at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas, from July 17-20, 2023. WEDA’s technical sessions and…
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ARTBA: Federal Investments in Infrastructure Law ‘Working as Intended’
Twenty-nine thousand transportation improvement projects are moving forward thanks to year-one Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) funding, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) President and CEO Dave Bauer told Senators Nov. 30 during testimony before the Environment & Public Works (EPW) Committee. “Though each project has a unique story of need and solution, they are all tangible illustrations…
Read MoreCES: Cat Focuses on Leadership in Technology, Autonomy, Sustainability
Walking the aisles of the Las Vegas Convention Center’s West Hall during CES 2023, the sight of the big, 100-ton Cat 777 off-highway truck will be a new and welcome addition to the automotive technology area. Beyond its distinctive yellow iron, there is also innovative Cat MineStar Command for hauling technology inside the truck that allows it to safely haul…
Read MoreSRM Concrete Acquires USC-Atlantic
SRM Concrete acquired USC-Atlantic LLC, a subsidiary of U.S. Concrete Inc., which is wholly owned by Vulcan Materials Co. Included in the acquisition are 28 ready-mix locations in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. CEO Jeff Hollingshead stated, “We are excited to expand into this incredible market. Our newly acquired team possesses great experience, and we look forward to bringing…
Read MoreDodge Momentum Index Rises for Third Consecutive Month
The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, increased 3.8% (2000=100) in November to 207.2 from the revised October reading of 199.6. During the month, the DMI continued its steady ascent, with the commercial component rising 4.3%, and the institutional component ticking up 2.7%.
Read MoreVolvo Trucks Names First Certified EV Dealer in British Columbia
Volvo Trucks North America expanded its certified electric vehicle (EV) dealer network into a third Canadian province to support continued market adoption of its Class 8 Volvo VNR Electric model.
Read MoreEIW Hires New Sales Manager
Eagle Iron Works (EIW) announced the recent addition of Mike Caldwell to the sales team. Caldwell is responsible for EIW’s dealer sales and customer relationship building in the Western United States and Western Canada. Caldwell has 18 years of experience in the aggregate and mining industries. He has experience as a regional sales manager and dealership salesman. Most recently, Caldwell was a salesman…
Read MoreHappy Miners Day
Dec. 6, 2022 – Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health Christopher J. Williamson issued the following statement in recognition of Dec. 6 as National Miners Day. “Each December, our nation marks National Miners Day to recognize the contributions and sacrifices of America’s miners. Our miners and their families deserve our gratitude for all they give – and have given – to strengthen our nation…
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The Cap-O-Matic Pen is Perfect For Those Whose Work Requires Much More Resilience And Durability From Their Pen. By Mark S. Kuhar Quarry workers almost always have a pen or two in their pocket or in their truck, whether working in the office or at the plant. While writing on a piece of paper in other environments might be easy,…
Read MoreRenewable Energy Is Mined, Not Grown
Mining Probably Isn’t One Of The First Things That Comes To Mind When People Think About Renewable Energy Sources, But It Should Be. By Brian Hendrix By 2035, the Biden administration expects the United States to generate “100% carbon pollution free electricity.” Longer term, the administration’s ultimate goal is “net-zero emissions no later than 2050.” I doubt that “carbon free”…
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