Masaba Inc. introduced its new line of Self-Contained Hydraulic Radial Stacking Conveyors. Fully designed and built by Masaba, these road- and pit-portable stackers operate under their own power via a 72-hp Yanmar onboard diesel hydraulic power unit, making them ideal for remote operations and job sites.
Read MoreDay: November 1, 2024
Construction Spending Ticks Up in September
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, construction spending during September 2024 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,148.8 billion, 0.1% (±1.0%) above the revised August estimate of $2,146.0 billion. The September figure is 4.6% (±1.6%) above the September 2023 estimate of $2,055.2 billion. During the first nine months of this year, construction spending amounted to $1,621.4 billion,…
Read MoreFeatures and Benefits of Eagle Iron Works’ Falcon Sand Plant
Eagle Iron Works’ Falcon Sand Plant is a highly efficient sand-washing system that generates a drip-free, in-spec product. Watch the video to learn more about the features and benefits of Eagle Iron Works’ Falcon Sand Plant.
Read MoreGranite Construction Touts Strong Third Quarter
Granite Construction Inc. announced results for the quarter ended Sept. 30, reporting that net income attributable to the company totaled $79 million, or $1.57 per diluted share, compared to $58 million, or $1.13 per diluted share, for the same period in the prior year.
Read MoreArcosa Aggregates Business Down Slightly
Arcosa Inc. announced results for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, reporting that Construction Products revenues increased 1% to $265.9 million primarily due to recent acquisitions.
Read MoreUnited States Lime & Minerals Reports Strong Quarter
United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. reported third quarter 2024 results: The company’s revenues in the third quarter 2024 were $89.4 million, compared to $74.9 million in the third quarter 2023, an increase of $14.5 million, or 19.4%.
Read MoreCauses and prevention of conveyor fires
An enormous part of worker safety is the prevention of hazardous situations at the mine site – especially those areas where risks are highest. There is always room to improve that level of safety, and behind that is understanding more about risk mitigation. To create a fire there must be three elements: oxygen, heat and fuel (also known as “the…
Read MoreWorking Hard in Harmony
Sierra Frac Sand Partners With CDE To Produce Sand Gradations Required By Market Demand At A Consistent Volume Capacity. By Mark S. Kuhar Kim R. Smith went from wood to sand, and found a new home. He founded Sierra Frac Sand, the Tatum, Texas-based frac sand company in 2008, after working in the timber business for 25 years, and is…
Read MoreSEMCO’s AggNexus Digital Innovation Conference: A New Frontier
SEMCO Publishing, parent company of Rock Products, sponsored the first AggNexus Digital Innovation Conference Sept. 9-10 at the University of Texas, Austin. The event engaged representatives of technology-savvy multinational or independent cement, aggregate, concrete and asphalt producers plus allied software developers or service providers. SEMCO Publishing publications Rock Products, Cement Products and Concrete Products; and Route One Publishing Ltd.’s Aggregates…
Read MoreFirst Look – November 2024
TOP NEWS MINExpo 2024 Breaks All RecordsMINExpo 2024, held Sept. 24-26 in Las Vegas, hosted 45,000 attendees and more than 2,000 exhibitors from 148 countries who came to see more than 850,000 sq. ft. of exhibits, breaking all prior show records. MINExpo is the world’s largest mining show and is produced by the National Mining Association (NMA). CDE, Granite Unveil…
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