U.S. mine and plant production data for 14 selected mineral commodities are provided monthly (or quarterly) by the U.S. Geological Survey to the Board of Governors, Federal Reserve System (FRS), for use in preparing its index of industrial production and the related capacity indexes and capacity utilization rates.
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Watson Joins Summit Materials
Summit Materials Inc. announced that effective Jan. 8, 2018, Karl H. Watson Jr. has been appointed executive vice president and chief operating officer, succeeding Douglas C. Rauh. Tom Hill, CEO of Summit, stated, “We are very pleased to have Karl join Summit. I have known him for years and his depth and breadth of experience in our industry will add…
Read MoreChaney Buys Concrete Plant
Dec, 29, 2017 – Chaney Enterprises has purchased a ready-mix concrete plant in Bealeton, Va. The plant, acquired from Lehigh Hanson, will provide increased production capabilities and another easily accessible location to a growing number of customers in Virginia. It brings the number of Chaney concrete plants to 18, according to the company. Chaney also operates aggregates plants, distribution terminals, and…
Read MoreMDU Resources’ Construction Materials Business Drops
MDU Resources Group Inc. reported third quarter earnings from continuing operations of $89.6 million, or 46 cents per share, compared to third-quarter 2016 earnings from continuing operations of $88.2 million, or 45 cents per share.
Read MoreRauh Stepping Down at Summit Materials
Summit Materials Inc. announced that Douglas C. Rauh will be stepping down as executive vice president and chief operating officer, effective Dec. 30, 2017. As the company undertakes a search for a permanent replacement, Tom Hill, the company’s president and chief executive officer, will act as interim chief operating officer. During this search, the three executive vice presidents of the company’s operating…
Read MoreWestern Rock Products Celebrates 50 Years of Service
Western Rock Products is celebrating 50 years of construction service in southern and southwestern Utah and surrounding areas. In 1967, Western Rock Products got its start by supplying asphalt, paving and construction services in Cedar City, Utah. The company quickly grew and now in 2017, provides rock products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services along the I-15 corridor.
Read MoreVulcan Subsidiary Breaks Ground on New Rail Line
Southwest Gulf Railroad Co. (SGRR), a subsidiary of Vulcan Materials, has officially broken ground on The Medina Line, a common carrier railroad located approximately 30 miles west of San Antonio.
Read MoreUSGS Reports Latest Data
Sept. 18, 2017 – U.S. mine and plant production data for 14 selected mineral commodities are provided monthly (or quarterly) by the U.S. Geological Survey to the Board of Governors, Federal Reserve System (FRS), for use in preparing its index of industrial production and the related capacity indexes and capacity-utilization rates. These measures cover manufacturing, mining, and electric and gas utilities,…
Read MoreNSSGA Awards Barry K. Wendt Memorial Scholarship
The National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) Manufacturers & Services (M&S) Division selected Gregory Meyer, a senior at Virginia Tech, as the recipient of the 2017 Barry K. Wendt Memorial Scholarship.
Read MoreHouston Hammered by Hurricane Harvey; Rebuilding to Take Years
Hurricane Harvey has hit the Houston area hard. At least 13 people are dead, with many more injured, as parts of the Houston area were inundated with more than 40 in. of rain, according to forecasters. Totals could reach 50 in. as rainfall continues.
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