Nov. 22, 2022 – Materially and Propeller Aero are hosting a webinar on Dec. 8 to highlight how their technologies benefit aggregate suppliers. Materially is a procurement and supply chain solution for better connecting aggregate suppliers to their customers and haulers and Propeller Aero is a drone surveying software solution. You can read more about Materially here in the November issue of Rock Products. Register for the…
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Outdoor Living Supply Acquires Tahoe Sand & Gravel
Outdoor Living Supply (OLS), a distribution platform for outdoor living products with a focus on hardscapes, announced the acquisition of Tahoe Sand & Gravel, an independent distributor of bulk materials, hardscapes and masonry supplies to the Lake Tahoe, Nev., basin and surrounding area. This acquisition further strengthens OLS’ presence in the greater Lake Tahoe market.
Read MoreCaterpillar Successfully Demonstrates First Battery Electric 793 Truck
Caterpillar Inc. announced a successful demonstration of its first battery electric 793 large mining truck and a significant investment to transform its Arizona-based proving ground into a sustainable testing and validation hub of the future.
Read MoreMack Trucks Names Randall President
Mack Trucks announced that effective Dec. 1, Jonathan Randall will be president of Mack Trucks North America, reporting to Martin Weissburg, global president of Mack Trucks and chairman of Volvo Group North America.
Read MoreVolvo CE, Alta Equipment Provide Training Material, Sponsorships
Volvo Construction Equipment and its dealer Alta Equipment Co. are supporting the J-Tech Institute in Jacksonville, Fla., with training material and sponsorships.
Read MoreMid-States Materials Receives Award for Mined Land Conservation
Mid-States Materials LLC, a division of Bettis Companies based in Topeka, Kan., received the 2022 Outstanding Mined Land Reclamation Award (Non-Coal) from the National Association of State Land Reclamationists (NASLR) for conservation efforts at Plummer Creek Quarry in Scranton, Kan. This is the second time Mid-States has won this national award, a testament to their reclamation proclamation of protecting and…
Read MoreSummit Makes Senior Leadership Promotion
Summit Materials announced that Karli Anderson, formerly executive vice president, chief ESG officer and head of investor relations, will assume the title of executive vice president, chief people and ESG officer and head of communications, expanding her role to lead the company’s human resources and communications functions. “I am pleased to expand Karli’s leadership role at the company to encompass…
Read MoreHolcim Names Kindler Chief Financial Officer
Holcim’s Board of Directors has appointed Steffen Kindler as chief financial officer (CFO) of Holcim and member of the group executive committee, effective May 1, 2023. Kindler will take over from current CFO Géraldine Picaud, who has decided to pursue other opportunities outside the company. Ensuring a smooth transition, Picaud will oversee the completion of Holcim’s 2022 annual results and…
Read MoreMSHA Reports 23rd and 24th Fatalities
MSHA reported that on Oct. 7, a mechanic at a construction sand and gravel operation in Providence, R.I., was fatally injured when he was engulfed in material after he entered an air separator to clear a blockage. This is the 24th fatality reported in 2022, and the first classified as “Confined Space.” MSHA recommends the following best practices to…
Read MoreDesign of New Superior Portable Plant Extends Life of HSI Crusher Wear Parts
Superior Industries Inc. said its brand-new Portable Sentry HSI Closed Circuit Plant is equipped with the ability to process recycled concrete, reclaimed asphalt and pit run materials into valuable salable products. From a single feed, owners and operators will be able to produce up to four unique products.
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