As He Takes The Helm Of Luck Companies As The Fourth-Generation Of Family Leadership, Richard Luck Reflects On The Mission Ahead. By Mark S. Kuhar This is the first in a two-part feature. The second part will appear in the May issue of Rock Products. RP: Richard, congratulations on being named president of Luck Companies. Can you share a bit…
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Luck Companies Growing Quarry Operations Across South Carolina
Luck Companies announced it is growing its quarry operations across South Carolina. The company will develop new sites in Chester, Edgefield, Saluda and Spartanburg counties and expand its existing sites in Fairfield and Kershaw counties. The combined investment of $450 million will create 70 new jobs, according to the office of South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster.
Read MorePermitting Update: California
According to Coastside News, the Pacifica, Calif., planning commission unanimously denied multiple permits, including certification of an environmental impact report, a quarry use permit and rezoning efforts that effectively killed the Rockaway Quarry Reclamation Plan. The applicants are expected to appeal the decision to the city council. If the appeal succeeds, the project would require several additional approval processes, including…
Read MorePermitting Update: Utah
Homeowners in Herriman, Utah, are voicing their frustration over plans to approve a large rock mine next to their homes. South Valley Rock Products has allegedly already started mining there without a permit, according to KSL TV.
Read MoreLuck Stone Deploys Cat Autonomous Technology at Bull Run
Caterpillar Inc. has successfully demonstrated the fully autonomous operation of its Cat 777 off-highway truck. The debut of this latest model of Cat MineStar Command for hauling at Luck Stone’s Bull Run plant in Chantilly, Va., marks a significant milestone in Caterpillar’s objective to deliver an autonomous hauling solution for the quarry and aggregates sector, the company stated. This successful…
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According to the Post and Courier, a rock quarry planned for southwestern Edgefield County is a near certainty now that Luck Stone has received the necessary approvals from South Carolina Department of Environmental Services. Permit approvals came down Oct. 4 for the mining permit and air and water quality permits, opening up a 30-day appeals period. SCDES held a voluntary…
Read MoreABB NEMA Motors DP200 Crush+ Delivers High Performance
ABB NEMA Motors DP200 Crush+ was shown at MINExpo. Crush+ features high starting and breakdown torque, flexibility and design modularity, suitable for crusher and other severe-duty applications. Based on the proven SD200 platform, this severe-duty motor is offered in 440-580 frame sizes with Class H insulation, 4140 steel shaft and IP65 ingress protection as standard. Available with NEMA Super Premium…
Read MoreNews From Wisconsin
According to The Cap Times, a proposed quarry in Verona, Wis., is facing opposition from Dane County officials and residents over concerns about water quality, dust and noise. The quarry would replace a farm house and small outbuilding currently at 7228 Pine Row. The 159-acre property sits between Sugar River and Badger Mill Creek within the town of Verona. The…
Read MoreKomatsu Introduces New HD465-10, HD605-10 Haul Trucks
Komatsu introduced its new HD465-10 and HD605-10 mechanical haul trucks to the North America market, offering an upgrade from the previous -8 models. The new haul trucks are designed to help increase productivity and improve fuel efficiency in quarry, mining and aggregate applications. The HD465-10 is a 60-ton rigid frame machine with a high payload capacity and efficient hauling capabilities.…
Read MorePermitting Update: Wisconsin
A proposed quarry in Verona is facing opposition from Dane County officials and residents over concerns about water quality, dust and noise. The quarry would replace a farm house and small outbuilding currently at 7228 Pine Row. The 159-acre property sits between Sugar River and Badger Mill Creek within the town of Verona. The Dane County Park Commission also owns…
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