The 2025 Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA) Annual Midyear Meeting was an outstanding success with a record number of attendees this year, the association reported. The group met at the Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island, Fla. Both producers and associate members had plenty of time for great interaction – socializing and stellar speaker content. The Friday business meeting segment consisted presenters which…
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Colas Accelerates Roll-Out of Online Marketplace for Purchasing
Designed for professionals in the construction and development industries, from tradespeople to large groups, Rockease is a digital platform (marketplace) specializing in the purchase of aggregates.
Read MoreGraniterock’s Wilson Quarry Hosts Algebra Academy Students
A group of students from the Bruce W. Woolpert Algebra Academy visited Graniterock’s Wilson Quarry, Aromas, Calif., for a tour to see how math and science come to life in the world of mining and construction materials. Coordinated and led by Ashlyn Yocum of the Logistics team, with support from Marketing and Community Involvement Director Keith Severson and Marketing Specialist…
Read MoreConstruction Spending Drops in May
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, construction spending during May 2025 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $2,138.2 billion, 0.3% (±0.8%) below the revised April estimate of $2,145.5 billion. The May figure is 3.5% (±1.3%) below the May 2024 estimate of $2,215.4 billion. During the first five months of this year, construction spending amounted to $841.5 billion,…
Read MoreThe July Issue of Rock Products is Live
July 1, 2025 – The digital edition of the July issue of Rock Products is now live. In addition to our focus on water management – which features stories on Freehaven Materials new wash plant; water trucks; and managing aggregate tailings and fines – you can read The Pulse Quarterly Construction Materials Report, courtesy of Allen-Villere Partners and don’t miss Barry Hudson’s latest missive, as…
Read MoreVDG GrizzlyDrive Drum Motor for Demanding Belt Conveyor Applications
The GrizzlyDrive Drum Motor is manufactured for demanding belt conveyor applications, from aggregate processing to underground mining, ship loading and power generation. The GrizzlyDrive features high quality precision-made components, including a robust sealing system that prevents contamination, and cylindrical roller bearings that sustain high levels of belt tension, shock loads and vibration. All components are engineered to withstand harsh, abrasive,…
Read MoreEriez Talks Best Practices for Hopper Transitions in Vibratory Feeders
Eriez has released a new educational video highlighting the importance of hopper transition design in optimizing vibratory feeding and conveying systems. The video provides actionable guidance on proven design techniques that enhance material flow and maximize feeder efficiency.
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