Curry Supply hired Heather Wilt as director of marketing. She will be responsible for the corporate marketing strategy, advertising, management of the website and digital marketing, public relations, event management and promoting the Curry Supply brand. Wilt joins Curry Supply with more than 12 years of marketing experience, most recently as global director of marketing & communications with an equipment…
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10 Considerations When Buying a New Excavator
When it comes to purchasing a new excavator, there are many important items to consider. Understanding the right specs and knowing what to look for will have the greatest impact on the productivity of your aggregates business. Here is a list of 10 important considerations for buying a new excavator.
Read MoreMining for More
Dakota Aggregates Increases Throughput, Reduces Downtime with New Jaw Crusher. By Mark S. Kuhar A unique partnership between the University of Minnesota and Dakota Aggregates has led to the mining of the last large aggregate reserve in the Minneapolis metropolitan area.
Read MoreFirst Look – September 2016
TOP NEWS IRONDIRECT DEBUTS ONLINE BUYING PLATFORM IronDirect unveiled its brand and business model to the aggregates, mining and construction industries. IronDirect is “a first-of-its-kind platform for buyers of heavy construction equipment and parts,” according to the company, and can “reduce equipment costs by up to 50 percent.” Martin Marietta Sales Surge Martin Marietta Materials Inc. reported results for the…
Read MoreUnimin Plants Receive Community, Safety Awards
Unimin Specialty Minerals and its Tamms and Elco plants have been recognized for outstanding community involvement and support activities as well as safety performance by the Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP).
Read MoreCheesman Named OSSGA Executive Director
The board of directors of the Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (OSSGA) announced the appointment of Norman Cheesman as executive director. Cheesman brings more than 30 years of experience to OSSGA as a successful lobbyist, media spokesperson, consensus builder and association management executive. His past accomplishments include the successful navigation of complex issues through municipal, provincial and federal legislative…
Read MoreThree Quarries Targeted by MSHA in July Impact Inspections
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) announced that federal inspectors issued 161 citations during special impact inspections conducted at 11 coal mines and six metal and nonmetal mines in July.
Read MoreAthabasca in Holding Pattern on Firebag Project
Athabasca Minerals Inc. announced the corporation’s second quarter financial results for the period ending June 30, 2016.
Read MoreNatural Resource Partners Touts VantaCore Aggregates Segment
Natural Resource Partners reported net income from continuing operations attributable to the limited partners for the three months ended June 30, 2016, of $47.7 million, or $3.90 per unit, an increase of $13.3 million, from $34.4 million, or $2.82 per unit, a year earlier.
Read MoreMellott Honors Three Long-Term Employees
On July 22, Mellott Company honored three long-term employees for their many years of service: Loren Leese, 40 years; Rodney Divelbliss, 38 years; and Paul Beegle, 30 years. Each one received individually designed commemorative awards to mark their achievements. The awards were presented at a luncheon for all Mellott employees, except those who were tending to customers, the company noted. As an…
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