American essayist and novelist Charles Dudley Warner is known for making the famous remark, “Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.” Mark Twain liked it so much he stole it and everyone now attributes it to him. No matter who said it, the remark is spot on. But what can we do about it? We better…
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First Look – September 2024
TOP NEWS Summit MaterialsSummit Materials Inc. announced results for the second quarter ended June 29, reporting that net revenue increased $395.1 million, or 58.1%, in the second quarter to $1,075.5 million. In the quarter, $464.0 million of net revenue was due to acquisitions, primarily the Argos USA transaction Martin Marietta MaterialsMartin Marietta Materials Inc. reported results for the second quarter…
Read MoreCDE to Commission Second Wash Plant in Texas for Resolve Aggregates
Since partnering with washing experts CDE in 2015, Resolve Aggregates has met production objectives at one site, relocated to grow and maximize opportunities on another, and expanded its wash plant to explore new markets. Now, the sand and gravel company is investing in its second CDE plant for a new greenfield site in Fannin County, Texas. Resolve Aggregates has been…
Read MoreSuperior Revises Design of Conveyor Impact Cradle
Superior Industries Inc. unveiled a revised design of its popular Conveyor Impact Cradle. The new and improved arrangement includes larger pad cartridges to enhance durability and a reinforced point of connection between the pads and cradle frame. According to Superior’s engineers, the Conveyor Impact Cradle is a modern redesign of the traditional impact bed. While both products absorb the force…
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