This year, Skate4Concrete, powered by the non-profit organization Project Cornerstone, delivered its first-ever Construction Summer Camp. In three days, 22 students (ages 15-18) visited three locations throughout San Diego County, Calif., and explored the science of, pathway to, and job opportunities within the concrete and construction materials industry.
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Chaney Announces Plans to Spearhead New Boys & Girls Club
Chaney Cares, the philanthropic arm of Chaney Enterprises, announced plans to spearhead a brand-new Boys & Girls Club in Lothian, Md. This project is made possible through a partnership with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County (BGCAA) and is set to bring a safe and inspiring space to young people in South County. The new…
Read MoreMonster Jam Made Possible With BKT Tires
By Mark S. Kuhar The World Finals of Monster Jam, the greatest monster truck event of the year, took place in Inglewood, Calif., on Saturday, May 18, at SoFi Stadium. All-out racing, heart-pounding stunts and thrills – this event was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for all spectators. It was an exhilarating day full of thrills and fun, where the most iconic…
Read MoreThese Boots are Made for Working
Heavy duty boot manufacturer Georgia Boot sent me a pair to take for a test drive. I can attest that they are sturdy, reliable and will take a beating for sure. The Core 37 collection is designed for all-day comfort, performance and durability for whatever the job requires. The three styles include: a 6-in., steel toe, lace-up work boot; an…
Read MoreWomen in Aggregates Hosts Panel, Mixer at AGG1
On the first day of AGG1, Women in Aggregates (WIA) – formed by SEMCO Publishing, the parent company of Rock Products magazine – sponsored a successful AGG1 Academy session and networking mixer at the Music City Center in Nashville. The interactive “Finding the Next Generation of Women in the Aggregates Industry” panel featured Resa Furey, marketing & business development manager, Global Mining…
Read MoreCoal-Based Product Could Replace Sand in Concrete
A study by Rice University researchers found that graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, could serve not only as a reinforcing additive in cement but also as a replacement for sand in concrete. “This could have a major impact on one of the biggest industries in the world,” said James Tour, Rice’s T. T. and W. F. Chao…
Read MoreUSDOT Awards $645 Million for Rural Transportation Projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced that the Biden-Harris Administration has awarded $645.3 million from the Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program (Rural) to help communities around the United States complete transportation projects that will increase mobility, improve safety, and generate regional economic growth in rural areas. Rural roads face a disproportionally high rate of fatalities, and a significant proportion of…
Read MorePesky Pigeons: A Solution for Behavior and Control
By Mark S. Kuhar Did you ever go out to the plant and find a line of pigeons sitting on the conveyor? That’s never good. Before you’re tempted to get out the shotgun, consider a long-term plan for controlling the population. Effective pest control relies heavily on pest behavior to get the job done. For example, when baiting a pest,…
Read MoreGraniterock’s Assistance to Firefighters Sparks Gratitude
Quick action by Graniterock’s Wilson Quarry haul truck drivers helped Cal Fire firefighters get a handle on a blaze that threatened the Aromas, Calif., Quarry and nearby properties. The blaze started on a neighboring property – a lumber storage yard on Quarry Road. Tracy Rego and Robert Ramirez were awakened around 3:15 a.m. Oct. 31 with a phone call from…
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