A proposed Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill could mean increased business for the aggregates industry, according to the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association.
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Key Aggregates Producers Praise FAST Act
President Obama has signed the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act into law, a bill that sends a signal to the construction markets that five years of growth are ahead.
Read MoreBenchmark 2015: An Exclusive Survey
ROCK PRODUCTS’ ANNUAL SURVEY ON THE OPINIONS, CONCERNS AND BUYING INTENTIONS OF PRODUCERS REVEALS WHAT IS ON THE INDUSTRY’S COLLECTIVE MIND. By Mark S. Kuhar With the national economy improving and indications that the infrastructure gridlock in Congress may be beginning to thaw, aggregates producers are looking ahead to the 2015 production season. Aggregates production rose in 2014, and 2015 is…
Read MoreAggregates Producers Take On Capitol Hill
On Feb. 10-11, The National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) organized a Waters of the U.S. fly-in, which took place in Washington, D.C. The effort is targeting members of Congress who are either on the bubble or are leaning against NSSGA’s supported position on this controversial issue.
Read MoreWildlife Habitat Council Honors Aggregates Producers
Vulcan Materials Co. has been awarded the prestigious Conservation Education Award at the Wildlife Habitat Council’s (WHC) 26th Annual Symposium, Celebrating Corporate Conservation. Vulcan was recognized for its outstanding national legacy in the pursuit of excellence in wildlife habitat conservation education and outreach.
Read MoreYour Response is Important to Us
Dec, 17, 2014 – The U.S. aggregates industry faces a challenging year in 2015. Aggregates producers are looking ahead with anticipation to improved market conditions, driven by the resurgence in residential housing and increased activity from state DOTs, however, many questions remain. Can a new Congress pass an acceptable infrastructure bill? Will they find an answer to replenishing the fast-dwindling Highway Trust…
Read MoreCountry Star Kip Moore Debuts Construction Industry Song, Video
Country music star Kip Moore debuted a new song and video today at www.CaseCE.com/OntheCase dedicated to the hard-working men and women of the construction industry. The song, “On the Case,” is a personal homage to his fan base and the people who have inspired and supported him throughout his career. The song and video are also being released in coordination with…
Read MoreNatural Resource Partners Acquires VantaCore
Natural Resource Partners (NRP) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire VantaCore Partners LP, a privately held limited partnership specializing in the construction materials industry, for $205 million.
Read MoreRock to the Top
ROCK PRODUCTS PRESENTS THE TOP 25 CONSTRUCTION AGGREGATES PRODUCERS. Following are the top 25 aggregates producers in the United States, according to information released by the U.S. Geological Survey. This information is based upon 2012 production and does not take into consideration mergers and acquisitions that have occurred since that time. – Ed. 1. Vulcan Materials Co.1200 Urban Center DrBirmingham, AL 35242Phone:…
Read MoreIn-The-Field Dreams
AT R.E. PIERSON’S STONE YARD IN NEW JERSEY, W.S. TYLER CONDUCTED SPECIALIZED FIELD TESTS FOR A NUMBER OF AGGREGATES PRODUCERS. By Mark S. Kuhar This is the second in a new series of personal accounts called “Quarry Stories,” written by the editor of Rock Products, bringing you perspective and insight gleaned from more than 20 years of covering the equipment,…
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