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Aggregate production rebounds after six-quarter slide
U.S. Geological Survey estimates show nationwide output rose 5 percent in the third quarter, driven by a 7 percent increase in crushed stone production. Keep Reading
CRH earns spot in S&P 500
The building materials company, which is the largest sand and gravel producer in the U.S., is set to join the index later this month. Keep Reading
Industry leaders still clamoring for more residential activity
Strong infrastructure and nonresidential demand is keeping aggregate producers busy, but high interest rates continue to hold back residential construction. Keep Reading
Four enshrined in PACA hall of fame
Leaders from Amerikohl Aggregates, Heidelberg Materials, Kemper and Wysox Sand & Gravel were inducted to the Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association’s hall. Keep Reading
Great Lakes limestone shipments slip 18 percent in November
New data from the Lake Carriers’ Association shows lower loadings out of Michigan, Ohio and Ontario, Canada. Keep Reading
Carmeuse subsidiary acquires Omni Materials
Ohio-based Mintek Resources expands its calcium-based reagents business with the addition of Omni’s logistics network across the South and Midwest. Keep Reading
Develon adds The Ironpeddlers as South Carolina dealer
With two locations now carrying Develon’s full lineup, The Ironpeddlers strengthens equipment availability and support for end users across the Carolinas. Keep Reading
Five trends that defined aggregate demand in 2025
With volumes firming, producers leaned on pricing discipline, cost control and megaproject demand to navigate an uneven year. Keep Reading
Major preparing product launch, live demo at ConExpo 2026
The screen media manufacturer will debut a new offering, host a “Wire Cut Challenge” and participate in a screening panel discussion at the show. Keep Reading
