Resource Materials Invests In Innovative Technology For A New Wash Plant. By Mark S. Kuhar Texas-based Resource Materials, a supplier of sand and aggregates to the local construction industry, has invested in a new wash plant for its quarry in Williamson County, Texas. In response to increasing demand for high-quality construction materials in the local markets and big Texas cities,…
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The Return-To-Office Conundrum
I was in New York City during the first week of January, and the streets of Midtown Manhattan remain eerily quiet. But what was most telling was the view from my hotel room. I could enjoy the still-standing Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center, and the dusting of snow that covered the roof of St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a sight to see.…
Read MoreConstruction Spending Rises; Highways Up
Construction spending during October 2021 was estimated at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1,598.0 billion, 0.2% (±1.2%) above the revised September estimate of $1,594.8 billion, according to The U.S. Census Bureau. The October figure is 8.6% (±1.3%) above the October 2020 estimate of $1,471.7 billion. During the first 10 months of this year, construction spending amounted to $1,323.1 billion,…
Read MoreFilling the Employment Gap
OAIMA Is Building An Educational Program That Prepares High School Students For Industry Careers. By Therese Dunphy
Read MoreVolvo to Invest $4.3 Million in North American Training Facility
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) is making a major investment in technical training facilities and programs with the addition of a $4.3 million training center in Shippensburg, Pa.
Read MoreFMI Reports on Managing Risk
Construction consultancy FMI issued a report on “Managing Risk in the Digital Age,” based on a survey of participants in the Associated General Contractors of America’s 2018 Surety Bonding and Risk Management Forum.
Read MoreAGG1 a Huge Success in Houston
The 2018 AGG1 Academy & Expo, co-located with the World of Asphalt, concluded a successful run, March 6-8, with a very positive atmosphere, as attendees and exhibitors conducted business and discussed issues affecting future growth such as infrastructure funding and industry experts shared best practices during well-attended education sessions.
Read MoreCalifornia’s SB 1 to Be $183 Billion Boost to State’s Economy
A comprehensive new analysis finds that an April 2017 California law will generate nearly $183 billion in economic activity and user benefits throughout all sectors of the state’s economy over 10 years.
Read MoreDoug Oberhelman
Doug Oberhelman, chairman and chief executive officer of Caterpillar Inc., was named the sole recipient of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association’s (ARTBA) highest honor – the “ARTBA Award.” It was presented to Oberhelman Oct. 6 during the association’s national convention, held in Tucson, Ariz. Established in 1960, the “ARTBA Award” recognizes individuals for outstanding contributions that have advanced…
Read MoreNew Construction Starts Make Huge Jump
New construction starts in August soared 21 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $711.2 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics, following lackluster activity in July. The August rise for total construction starts featured an especially elevated amount for nonresidential building, which was helped by the start of a $3 billion petrochemical plant in Louisiana, the $1.7 billion…
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