The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, declined 2.5% in June to 197.3 (2000=100) from the revised May reading of 202.4. Over the month, the commercial component of the DMI rose 3.1%, while the institutional component sunk 10.5%. “A deceleration in institutional planning caused the Momentum Index to decrease in June,” said Sarah Martin, associate director of…
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Limestone Trade Down in June
According to the Lake Carriers’ Association, shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes totaled 3.1 million tons in June, a decrease of 17.6% from a year ago. This June’s loadings were also below the month’s five-year average by 17.4%.
Read MoreHolcim Now Part of Venture Capital Fund
Holcim is now a limited partner in Suffolk Technologies’ $110 million venture capital fund that supports construction technology startups. With its unique position across the building value chain, Holcim will bring its advanced market knowledge to Suffolk investments to ensure best alignment with high growth market needs. As part of the fund, Holcim said it is committed to supporting the…
Read MoreKleemann Offers Sustainable Drive Concepts for Every Requirement
Kleemann uses three different drive concepts that offer the best possible solution depending on the tasks at hand. Whereas electric drives score very well with regard to the CO2 footprint, in some situations a fuel-saving diesel drive is the better solution. E-DRIVE, D-DRIVE and H-DRIVE represent the variants diesel-electric, diesel-direct and diesel-hydraulic. The decision on the most efficient solution depends…
Read MoreCrystalline Silica Rule Now in Federal Register
July 13, 2023 – The U.S. Department of Labor published a notice of proposed rulemaking by its Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to amend existing Federal standards to better protect the nation’s miners from health hazards related to occupational exposure of respirable crystalline silica, or silica dust. The proposed rule change will ensure miners have at least the same…
Read MoreCedarapids Celebrates 100th Anniversary
Established in 1923, the Cedarapids of today has been built upon an impressive century-old history that, from the solid foundation laid by founder Howard Hall, has seen it grow through The Great Depression of 1929 and World War II, continuing to evolve through multiple acquisitions, pioneering innovations, and steadfast dedication to its customers, employees, and community. The brand now sits…
Read MoreCDE Commissions Its Largest C&D Waste Plant
Later this year, washing experts CDE, in partnership with concrete, asphalt and aggregate recycling firm Calgary Aggregate Recycling Inc. (CAR), will host an open house event to showcase the company’s largest construction and demolition (C&D) waste recycling plant in Canada. Recently commissioned at CAR’s recycling facility in south east Calgary, the new 250 tph washing solution, designed and engineered by…
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