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Allison Kral

Allison Kral is the former senior digital media manager for North Coast Media (NCM). She completed her undergraduate degree at Ohio University where she received a Bachelor of Science in magazine journalism from the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism. She works across a number of digital platforms, which include creating e-newsletters, writing articles and posting across social media sites. She also creates content for NCM's Portable Plants magazine, GPS World magazine and Geospatial Solutions. Her understanding of the ever-changing digital media world allows her to quickly grasp what a target audience desires and create content that is appealing and relevant for any client across any platform.

CDE launches smart technology suite

CDE released its CDE Core smart technology suite, which is designed to increase plant efficiency, automate processes and lower operating costs. Keep Reading

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Dodge Momentum Index drops in February 2019

The Dodge Momentum Index receded 4.4 percent in February to 146.9, reports Dodge Data & Analytics. Keep Reading

The DCS880 variable speed drive features a number of built-in functions, including safe torque off, which prevents unexpected startup of machinery. Photo courtesy of ABB

ABB launches DC variable speed drive

The company released the DCS880 variable speed drive, which can be integrated with the company's ABB Ability monitoring services. Keep Reading

F-Check QR codes on FRD drills allow users to access the drill model, specifications and maintenance intervals. Photo courtesy of FRD USA

FRD USA launches F-Check instant identification system

Furukawa Rock Drill (FRD) USA released the F-Check system, a QR code system designed to optimize dealer and end-user operations. Keep Reading

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Carmeuse acquires Kentucky-based Yager Materials

Carmeuse Lime & Stone acquired Yager Materials, a Kentucky-based regional aggregate, asphalt and ready-mixed concrete producer. Keep Reading

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January 2019 construction starts increase 2 percent

The value of new construction starts in January advanced 2 percent compared with December, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $722.5 billion. Keep Reading

2019 AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo

Check out videos from the 2019 AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo, which took place Feb. 12-14 in Indianapolis. Keep Reading

U.S. Concrete showcases Honda IndyCar at AGG1 2019

U.S. Concrete's Andrew Pinkerton gives Pit & Quarry a rundown of the company's No. 98 Honda IndyCar at the 2019 AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo. Keep Reading

Applied Industrial Technologies' Mark Kenyon addresses the crowd at an AGG1 Academy education session. Photo by Allison Barwacz

How investing more in equipment increases ROI, safety

Safety awareness starts when an aggregate producer initially purchases a piece of equipment for a plant. Keep Reading

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