A proposed limestone mine has left a Lake Ontario community angry and fearful. J.E. Sheehan Contracting Corp., a company out of Potsdam, has submitted a permit for a 15.2-acre limestone mine in the Village of Point Peninsula. This project proposal was submitted to the Department of Environmental Conservation. Sheehan owns a campground and restaurant in Point Peninsula. However, residents who…
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Epiroc Opens National Competency Center for Underground Mining in Nevada
Epiroc announced the formal opening and commencement of operations at its National Competency Center in Elko, Nev. This state-of-the-art facility, located at 403 West Idaho Street, marks a significant strategic achievement for Epiroc USA, enhancing support for mining and exploration customers and providing a solid platform for business growth. Jon Torpy, president and general manager of Epiroc USA, expressed the importance…
Read MoreElectric Vehicles and Transportation Revenue
Dec. 20, 2023 – According to a note in CalCIMA’s e-newsletter, the Legislative Analyst’s Office (LAO) issued a report that says the conversion from gasoline and diesel- powered cars and trucks to more efficient or electric ones will decrease annual transportation revenue noticeably by 2034-2035. Currently, dedicated transportation revenue from fuel and weight taxes and fees amounts to $14.2 billion…
Read MoreTurner Mining Group Awarded Five-Year Mining Contract with Bayer
Mining Services Provider Turner Mining Group has been awarded a five-year mining contract with Bayer, a global leader in life sciences and agriculture, at its Soda Springs, Idaho, facility. This strategic partnership represents a significant milestone for both companies, as it combines Turner Mining Group’s industry-leading safety and performance in mine services with Bayer’s commitment to sustainable and responsible resource…
Read MoreConstruction Starts Hit 10-Month Low
Total construction starts fell 15% in November, dropping to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $927 billion, according to Dodge Construction Network. Nonresidential building starts fell 29% during the month, residential starts lost 6%, and nonbuilding starts dropped 2%. Highway and bridge starts were down 8%. Year-to-date through November 2023, total construction starts lagged by 4% compared to the previous…
Read MoreDEVELON to Make AGG1 Debut
DEVELON will showcase two excavators and preview its first compact track loader at AGG1 and World of Asphalt 2024 in Nashville, March 25-27. The DEVELON DX225LC-7X crawler excavator, DX42-7 mini excavator and the all-new DTL35 compact track loader will be on display in booth 2255 at the Nashville Music City Center. “This is the first year DEVELON will be exhibiting…
Read MoreREMA TIP TOP Advocates for Repair, Reuse Over Replacement
Industrial maintenance providers REMA TIP TOP, speaking at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28), advocated for industrial maintenance to prioritize repair and reuse over replacement to reduce material waste.
Read MoreRokbak RA40 Passes Tennessee Test
The dusty trails and sharp inclines of a Tennessee quarry have suited the RA40 and given Rokbak another opportunity to impress again in the United States, with performance, uptime and ease of maintenance singled out for praise.
Read MoreSingle-Family Starts Surge on Falling Interest Rates
Single-family construction surged in November as lower mortgage rates helped to assuage affordability concerns and unleash pent-up demand for housing.
Read MoreCDE Offers Top Tips For Winter Washing As Temperatures Drop
The icy grip of the winter season presents a unique set of challenges for wash plant operators, but with effective planning materials producers can protect their investment and ensure their operations are ready for an efficient return to production in spring. When it comes to plant maintenance, it is essential that any potential complication is identified and remedied quickly to…
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