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CalCIMA reveals 2014 safety and member award winners
The California Construction & Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) revealed the winners of its 2014 safety and member recognition awards at its education conference in San Diego. The award honors companies, plants and individuals for working to enhance workplace safety and improve the industry. The 2014 award winners include: Outstanding Safety Leadership Awards - individuals Paulo Machado, batchman, CEMEX’s Modesto Ready Mix Plant Gary Andrade, plant operator and mechanic, Graniterock’s Southside Sand & Gravel Excellence in Safety Awards – mines and plants Small aggregate: Graniterock’s Southside Sand & Gravel Large aggregate: Lehigh Hanson’s Clayton Quarry Industrial minerals: Lhoist’s Natividad plant Cement: Lehigh Southwest Cement’s Tehachapi Plant Concrete: CalPortland’s Live Oak Ready Mix Plant; Lehigh Hanson’s Slaughterhouse Canyon; RMC Batch Plant Member Recognition Awards President’s Award: Tom Powell, CEMEX Spirit of the Industry Award: Mike Donovan, Central Concrete Supply Co.; Don Vivant, Sully-Miller/United Rock Products Benjamin J. Licari Award: John Hecht, Sespe Consulting, Inc. Associate Member Award: Bill Campbell, Applied Industrial Technologies Special Recognition Award: Conestoga-Rovers & Associates; Golder Associates; Haley &… Keep Reading
TCC to release findings of highway investment study
The Transportation Construction Coalition (TCC) will be releasing the findings of a new report detailing the economic benefits of infrastructure investment during a conference call on Wednesday Dec. 10 at 11 a.m. EST. The study, conducted by IHS Global, outlines the economic benefits of federal highway and transit investment programs on all sectors of the U.S. economy. The call will be hosted by a representative from IHS Global; Chad Moutray, chief economist, National Association of Manufacturers; Roger Dow, president and CEO, U.S. Travel Association; Pete Ruane, president and CEO, American Road & Transportation Builders Association; and Steve Sandherr, COO, Associated General Contractors of America. The dial-in number for the call is 1-877-388-7679. Keep Reading
Mettler Toledo
Mettler Toledo truck scale models VTS231 and VTC221 provide incredible reliability and accurate weighing in the aggregates industry. By combining the strength of an orthotropic weighbridge with the reliability of POWERCELL® PDX® load cells, both truck scales ensure years of trouble-free weighing even in the harshest environments and toughest applications. POWERCELL PDX load cells include proven and certified lightning protection, cell breach (damage) detection, accuracy compensation, easy calibration/diagnostics, elimination of junction boxes and more. Both models are backed by an industry-leading five-year warranty. mt.com Keep Reading
Bruno Nordberg: 2014 Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame inductee
Bruno Nordberg, a 2014 Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame inductee, founded the Nordberg Manufacturing Co. in 1886 and first achieved success and recognition in the field of steam engines. He later expanded into a range of products that included crushing, grinding and screening equipment for the aggregates and mining industries. Nordberg Manufacturing later formed into the present-day Metso Corp. Watch the video to learn more about this industry leader. Keep Reading
Terex launches distributor support app, updated website
Terex Construction launched a distributor support application and updated website as a way to provide customers with easier access to information. The application, designed for both iOS and Android devices, stores all content locally on the device allowing users to access the information 24/7, says the company. "We took a good look at the tools available to our sales teams and saw a tremendous opportunity to utilize tablets for content management and delivery,” says Aron Sweeney, marketing manager, North America - Terex Construction. “We have taken all of the content these sales teams need and packaged it into one device that’s easy to carry and easy to use.” In addition, the company’s responsive website can now we viewed on a desktop, tablet or smartphone. “The use of smartphones and tablets to access information about Terex products and services is growing at a steady rate year over year,” says Anton Urban, project manager of eCommerce, information technology for Terex. “Our goal with the enhanced www.terex.com/construction is to give site visitors, including… Keep Reading
MSHA honors miners on National Miners Day
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) honored the contributions of minors on Dec. 6, which was designated by Congress as National Miners Day. According to MSHA, the date commemorates the worst industrial mine accident in U.S. history, where 362 miners died in an explosion at the No. 6 and No. 8 mines in Monongah, W.V., in 1907. MSHA has been working to improve the safety of miners through recent initiatives, including a respirable coal dust rule aimed at preventing black lung disease. It also is currently working to improve fall protection, guarding and ladder safety for metal and nonmetal miners. “Miners and mining are vital to our economy,” says Joseph Main, assistant secretary of labor for mine safety and health. “But even more, they are a key part of our nation’s identity, representing fortitude, determination and spirit." Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index rises in November
The Dodge Momentum Index increased in November, rising to 125.0, which is up from .6 percent from October’s reading of 124.3, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. The Index has now registered gains for two consecutive months, showing that the nonresidential building market continues to build despite occasional setbacks. The increase in the November index can be accounted for by greater planning activity in the commercial sector, which rose 4 percent. In addition, three commercial building projects exceeding $100 million entered into planning during the month. The Dodge Momentum Index is now 14 percent above the same month a year ago and is also at its highest level since early 2009. Keep Reading
FMI predicts further growth 2015
FMI released its "2015 U.S. Markets Construction Overview" in which the firm's researchers predict 2014 will end with a 7 percent growth in construction put in place (CPIP). Researchers also expect this growth will continue with a total CPIP of $1.04 trillion in 2015. The report contains three sections that key in on energy market trends impacting the construction industry, industry sector challenges and the economic forecast. It also contains information on the oil and gas industry in North America, finding and retaining effective industry leaders, and civil project funding. Keep Reading
Redesigned dump bodies available in different lengths
The HPT tub body line was redesigned to meet all heavy-duty dump body needs, according to DuraClass. The HPT-B1, for example, features a closed-fender design and comes in 14- to 18-ft. lengths, in either carbon steel or stainless steel. The HPT-B1 has capacity ranges from 10 to 20 yd., according to the company. Also, the HPT-B2 features an open-fender design, which decreases the possible areas for rust and the overall body weight. The body comes in 10- and 11-ft. lengths in 3/16-in. AR400 carbon steel, and in 14-to18-ft.lengths in 3/16-in. high-tensile carbon steel. The HPT-B2 also has an option for stainless steel. duraclass.com Keep Reading
