The National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) is recognizing outstanding aggregates operations in the United States and Canada for an extraordinary commitment to safety, superior environmental stewardship and community involvement in 2015.
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Ben Brock, Astec Industries
Ben Brock, of Astec Industries, won the 2016 Grasstops CEO of the Year award given by the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA). He seized every opportunity to advance NSSGA’s legislative priorities throughout 2015, and his leadership and dedication are qualities that should serve as examples for aggregates advocates at any level, the association said. Brock spearheaded his own company’s…
Read MoreNSSGA Honors Industry Advocates
The aggregates industry continually faces legislation in Congress that directly impacts the bottom lines and the operations of National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) member companies. Each year, NSSGA recognizes outstanding advocates for aggregates with Grassroots Awards that highlight their efforts to educate lawmakers on the value of the industry and legislation that can benefit operations around the country.
Read MoreGet In On The Action At AGG1
AGG1 ACADEMY & EXPO SLATED FOR NASHVILLE, AND THAT’S MUSIC TO THE INDUSTRY’S EARS. By Mark S. Kuhar The 2016 AGG1 Academy & Expo is coming up fast. The event takes place in Nashville, March 22-24, once again co-located with the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) Annual Convention and World of Asphalt Show & Conference. AGG1 is the leading…
Read MoreWhat is a Critical Habitat?
February 29, 2016 – The definition of a critical habitat will expand from an “area occupied by species at the time it is listed” to areas that a species may occupy in the future due to climate change or other factors. This is according to final rules from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services and National Marine Fisheries Service allow the agencies to expand the…
Read MoreMSHA’s POV Rule Challenged in Court
A district court judge in Southern Ohio will hear arguments on April 12 on whether the 6th U.S. Court of Appeals should hear the case against MSHA’s Pattern of Violations (POV) rule brought up by the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association (NSSGA) and other associations.
Read MoreBunner Named James M. Christie Award Winner
Matthew Bunner, safety manager for Mulzer Crushed Stone Inc., has been named the National Stone, Sand and Gravel Association’s 2015 James M. Christie Safety & Health Professional of the Year. The award recognizes an individual for substantial contributions and commitment to safe and healthy operating practices within his or her company and the industry.
Read MoreRogers Group President to Receive Barry K. Wendt Award
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) announced that Jerry Geraghty, president and CEO of Rogers Group Inc., will receive the Barry K. Wendt Memorial Commitment Award for his lifetime of service and leadership to the aggregates industry. The award is the highest honor NSSGA bestows, as it recognizes an individual who exemplifies commitment to family, career and the aggregates…
Read MoreFormer Stone Association Executive Bob Bartlett Dies
The aggregates industry is mourning the loss of Robert G. Bartlett, former president and CEO of the National Stone Association. Bartlett was living in Hilton Head Island, S.C., where he passed away from a sudden stroke at home. According to his obituary, “he was at peace, passed with dignity and his loving family at his side.” Born Nov. 12, 1931,…
Read MoreFAA Bill May Mean More Business for Aggregates Producers
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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