Representatives from Atlas Copco Construction Equipment gathered for a ribbon cutting at its new configuration center in Independence, Ohio. The first of its kind, 150-ft.-long facility, was built across from the current Atlas Copco service center. Staff in the 9,000-sq.-ft. configuration center will assemble hydraulic attachments and WEDA submersible pumps. The existing service center will continue to refurbish and provide…
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Atlanta Environmental Law Firms Combine
Two of Atlanta’s leading environmental law firms are joining forces to form Kazmarek Mowrey Cloud Laseter LLP (KMCL). With operations beginning June 1, Atlanta-based KMCL combines the practices of Kazmarek Geiger & Laseter (KGL) and Mowrey Meezan Coddington Cloud (M2C2). KMCL also has a Washington, D.C. office.
Read MoreBuilder Confidence Hits Major Milestone
Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes hit a significant milestone in June, surging eight points to a reading of 52 on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). Any reading over 50 indicates that more builders view sales conditions as good than poor.
Read MoreAEM Warns About Static Electricity, Diesel
“ULSD…Not Your Same Old Diesel Fuel Anymore” is a new best practices guidance bulletin from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM); the bulletin warns of the greater static electricity ignition hazards associated with use of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD).
Read MoreNSSGA Announces New President and CEO
The National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced that veteran trade association executive Michael W. Johnson will serve as the group’s next president and CEO, effective Aug. 1. He succeeds R. A. “Gus” Edwards, III, who is retiring after more than 16 years with NSSGA.
Read MoreFrac Sand Show a Success
On June 5-7, Rock Products hosted the inaugural Frac Sand Insider 2013 Conference and Exhibition at The Westin Convention Center in Pittsburgh. More than 200 manufacturers, producers, consultants and others with an interest in the fast-evolving frac sand market attended the event.
Read MoreTransportation Firms; Agencies Honored for Community Engagement
Transportation design and construction firms and public agencies from across the country were recognized for “excellence in community relations and public education” during the American Road & Transportation Builders Association Transportation Development Foundation (ARTBA-TDF) 2013 PRIDE Awards dinner program, held June 3 in the nation’s capital during the association’s Federal Issues Program.
Read MoreSand and Gravel Company Faces Fines
The U.S. Department of Labor has secured a court judgment ordering American Industries Inc., to pay $34,061, plus interest, in delinquent civil money penalties for violations of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977. The Jewett City, Conn., sand and gravel operation will also post a cash performance bond of $30,000 with the department to ensure future compliance…
Read MoreIBUILDROADS.COM Marks First Anniversary Online
A leading online, interactive forum for the highway, road and bridge community – ibuildroads.com – marked its first year of operation June 8.
Read MoreConstruction Unemployment Drops To Lowest In Five Years
Construction employment increased by 7,000 in May, helping to push the industry’s unemployment rate down to the lowest May level in five years, according to an analysis of new government data by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said the relatively positive jobs report for the sector underscores the need to address potential shortages of skilled workers.
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