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ABC: Construction backlog, confidence down in June
The Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) says both its Construction Backlog Indicator and Construction Confidence Index dipped last month. Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index reaches 14-year high
The monthly measure of the initial report for nonresidential building projects in planning grew by less than a percentage point in June, moving the index to a 14-year high. Keep Reading
Rock Machinery Co. hires sales manager
Garrett Ashburn, a 23-year veteran of the aggregate, mining and recycling industries, was hired by Rock Machinery Co. as a territory sales manager. Keep Reading
Dealers electrifying their on-road fleets
Sunbelt Rentals and United Rentals are making the switch to electric vehicles to increase sustainability and lower the intensity of their carbon emissions. Keep Reading
Gingrich projects 2022 midterms, 2024 presidential elections
Newt Gingrich handicapped upcoming U.S. elections during a virtual visit to the Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference last month. Keep Reading
Astec expanding Northern Ireland factory
Astec Industries is adding square footage to its factory in Omagh, Northern Ireland, bringing the total space to more than 100,000 sq. ft. Keep Reading
Breaking down the industry’s legislative, regulatory agenda
Michele Stanley provided Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference attendees with an overview of the issues the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association is currently focused on. Keep Reading
Gingrich, former House speaker, visits P&Q Roundtable
Newt Gingrich touched on a variety of business issues during a virtual visit to the 2022 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, including infrastructure, the supply chain and energy. Keep Reading
Biden administration pushes for gas tax pause
As gas prices continue to rise across the country, the Biden administration is asking Congress for a three-month pause to the 18 cents-per-gallon gas tax. Keep Reading
