Since the early 20th century, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has been dredging the Mississippi River annually to keep the channel open for boats, ships and barges.
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IME Renews Safety Alliance with MSHA to Promote Safe, Healthy Mining Operations
At the 2023 annual meeting of the Institute of Makers of Explosives (IME), IME President Clark Mica and the Mine Safety and Health Administration’s (MSHA) Administrator for Mine Safety and Health Enforcement Brian Goepfert announced the renewal of a collaborative relationship to continue fostering safe and healthy working conditions at the nation’s mining operations. The announcement, under the authority of…
Read MorePermitting Update: Montana
Sand and gravel company TMC Inc. is moving forward with its application for a gravel pit, while nearby residents are lodging comments and raising concerns over the potential impacts on the local environment, traffic, water wells, air, their health and even the aesthetics of the area.
Read MoreKnife River Names Van Til President of South Region
Knife River Corp. has named Robert Van Til president of its South Region, which includes aggregate, asphalt, ready-mix concrete and contracting services operations in the Bryan/College Station and Waco markets in Texas. South Region operations also include the Honey Creek quarry, northwest of Austin, Texas.
Read MoreCarmeuse, Tallman Technologies Establish New Global Partnership
Carmeuse announced a strategic relationship with Tallman Technologies Inc. to enhance its lime injection offerings. This new development builds on Carmeuse’s strategic relationship with Schenck Process, which was previously announced in July 2022.
Read MoreSGI Acquires Panamint Valley Limestone
SGI, a Standard Industries company and manufacturer of innovative roofing products, building materials and agricultural products, announced its acquisition of Panamint Valley Limestone (PVL), a southern California-based quarry that mines limestone for building materials and a variety of other end uses. Now that the acquisition is completed, SGI plans to make investments to enhance site capabilities to serve an expanded…
Read MoreGraniterock Recognized for Environmental Excellence
Graniterock was named Environmental Team of the Year by Mapistry, a software company whose mobile solutions have transformed how the company manages environmental compliance at its quarries and materials plants, the company stated. The award underscores Graniterock’s dedication to sustainable practices and innovation, made possible by the consistent work of team members Nikhita Collins, Reed Carter, Amy Nama, and Josh…
Read MoreCat Promotes Creed to COO
Caterpillar Inc. announced Joseph E. Creed, group president of Energy & Transportation, has been appointed to the newly created position of chief operating officer, effective Nov. 1. In this position, Creed will report to Jim Umpleby, chairman and chief executive officer.
Read MorePrioritizing Customer, Dealer Needs Key for Rokbak
In the last 12 months, unit sales for Rokbak have increased by 25% and unique customer numbers by 45% in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The Scottish articulated hauler manufacturer has recorded a 40% returning and 60% new business customer base in 2023. It’s altogether indicative of strong customer satisfaction in product investment, aftersales support and the development…
Read MoreTrimble Donates $100,000 to World Food Program USA
Trimble announced a donation of $100,000 to World Food Program USA’s corporate partner program, ERASE HUNGER, raising funds in support of the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP)’s school meals program around the world. In observance of World Food Day, Trimble’s donation will go toward supporting World Food Program USA’s campaign focused on supporting kids and their communities through a…
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