McLanahan Corp. hosted its first Open Day event in the United States on March 6 at Blue Water Industries’ Cypress sand operation in Davenport, Fla. Rock Products Managing Editor Josephine Patterson was in attendance to tour the manufacturer’s custom wash plant.
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GCAA Issues Legislative Update
The Georgia General Assembly has completed Day 31 of the 40-day session, according to the Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA). Tort reform legislation, (SB 68 and SB 69), backed by Gov. Brian Kemp (R) and aimed at reining in huge jury awards supporters say cripple Georgia businesses, has passed the Senate and now is assigned to the House Rules Committee Subcommittee on…
Read MoreMSHA Issues Safety Alert in Response to 10 Fatalities
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) reported that 10 miner fatalities have occurred between Jan. 3 and March 5 – more than triple the number for the same period in 2024. Accidents classified as Powered Haulage remain the most common with four fatalities, followed by Machinery (two fatalities), and Fall of Face, Rib, Side or Highwall (two fatalities). Four…
Read MoreDodge Momentum Index Rises in February
The Dodge Momentum Index (DMI), issued by Dodge Construction Network, grew 0.7% in February to 225.6 (2000=100) from the revised January reading of 223.9. Over the month, commercial planning increased 3.3% while institutional planning fell 4.6%.
Read MoreBKT Appoints Anette Sklarz Justice Head of Marketing in U.S.
Off-Highway tire manufacturer Balkrishna Industries Ltd. (BKT), has appointed Anette Sklarz Justice as head of marketing at BKT USA. With the appointment, the multinational company pursues its commitment to enhancing the brand recognition in the U.S. market, by consolidating the core values that make BKT a company known by customers and end users for the innovation and quality that distinguish its…
Read MoreGCAA Offers Scholarships
The Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA) through the GCAA Foundation is now accepting applications for 2025 Scholarship awards. The GCAA Scholarship Program is available to the dependents of any employee of a GCAA member company.
Read MoreMAA Seeks Exemption from Tariffs on Aggregates
In response to the recently imposed tariffs on Canadian imports, the Michigan Aggregates Association (MAA) has taken action to protect the aggregate industry. MAA has been in contact with the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) and has formally submitted a letter to President Trump, requesting an exemption for aggregates from these tariffs. Click here to view MAA’s letter…
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