Linda Moore, membership manager and office director, will be retiring from the Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA) after a 35-year career. Moore has been the heart and soul of this association for many years and her presence, her smile and her knowledge will be missed, according to Jeff Wansley, executive director. “While we will miss Linda, we wish her all the best…
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GCAA Makes Education Connection
Dec. 14, 2022 – The Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA) reported that Martin Marietta hosted representatives from Vulcan, Hanson, Luck Stone and staff from the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) at its Ballground, Ga., quarry. The focus of these GCAA-led meetings is to build inroads with the TCSG and local technical colleges like Chattahoochee Tech. Aggregate members shared insights…
Read MoreManaging Unreceptive Audiences
Here is What to Do When It Is Necessary To Speak To Groups Who Lack Interest Or Disagree With Your Position. By Thomas J. Roach Last month I had the privilege to speak to the members of the American Coal Ash Association at their conference in Birmingham, Ala. They are a very dedicated group of professionals as was demonstrated by…
Read MoreGCAA Courts Technical Colleges
“The aggregate industry in Georgia is searching for ways to promote our industry as well as help our members fill voids in workforce shortage,” said the Georgia Construction Aggregate Association (GCAA). A small group of producer members was formed in the spring to help tackle this important issue. GCAA and producer members have started a dialogue with the Georgia Technical…
Read MoreCRH Lands Kemp for Meeting
Sept. 27, 2022 – CRH doesn’t mess around, it goes right to the top. According to the Georgia Construction Aggregate Association, CRH hosted Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp at its North American Headquarters in Dunwoody, Ga. Gov. Kemp was given a tour of the offices and then had the opportunity to address the employees. Q&A followed as well as a reception…
Read MoreCRH Takes McBath for a Tour
Aug. 23. 2022 – According to the The Georgia Construction Aggregate Association, CRH hosted a roundtable and meet and greet with Georgia Congresswoman Lucy McBath (D-Ga.) at its North American Headquarters in Dunwoody, Ga. CRH offices are in McBath’s current Congressional District. This meet and greet provided an opportunity for the aggregate industry to share information about our industry with…
Read MoreEDDY Pump Addresses Problems Pumping Sand and Aggregate
Sand and aggregate pits usually are dredged using drag lines or excavators to mechanically dig up the sand and aggregate and then place it into big piles. The sand and aggregate are then loaded into large trucks and driven to the processing plant. This is a very costly and time-consuming process that incorporates large capital equipment and manpower. EDDY Pump…
Read MoreNorthwest Pumps Explains Metal, Rubber-Lined Pumps
Knowing what kind of slurry pump to use can make an enormous difference for any aggregate operation. The wrong type of pump will lead to inefficiency, premature pump breakdowns and inevitably spending more to replace it, according to Northwest Pumps. One factor that will affect which kind of pump, is whether the inside is metal or has a rubber lining.…
Read MoreKirby Promoted to North America Sales Director – East
Kolberg Pioneer Inc., Johnson Crushers International Inc. and Astec Mobile Screens Inc. announced the promotion of Darren Kirby to North America sales director – East. In his new position, Kirby will be responsible for directing, administering and coordinating all domestic field sales operations for the eastern region. He will report to the vice president, sales and marketing to establish and…
Read MoreGeorgia Construction Aggregate Association Trade Show Sets Record
The Georgia Construction Aggregate Association recently held its annual Management Workshop at the Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta. A record number of more than 600 plant management and industry executives turned out to hear programs built around the themes of safety, education, community relations and sustainability.
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