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Inside Vulcan Materials’ Houston Ship Yard
As part of the 2018 NSSGA Annual Convention, P&Q had the opportunity to visit the company's distribution yard that receives crushed stone from Vulcan's Calica Quarry in Mexico. Keep Reading
Thoughts on leadership from a former Navy commander
Mike Abrashoff, a former naval commander, addressed the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association's 2018 Annual Convention during the opening general session. Keep Reading
Nation’s newest debts present obstacle for infrastructure reform
Mike Johnson, president and CEO of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, outlines the road ahead to pass a federal infrastructure bill. Keep Reading
AGG1 2018: Around Houston: Downtown Aquarium
With a full-service restaurant, an upscale bar, a fully equipped ballroom and aquatic and geographic exhibits, the city's Downtown Aquarium has a lot to offer. Keep Reading
USGS: Crushed stone production dipped in 2017
Production of crushed stone was slightly down last year according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Keep Reading
Report: 2017 sand and gravel production neared 900M tons
Total U.S. production totaled 890 million tons in 2017 according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Keep Reading
New mining show in Las Vegas this summer
MINExpo International doesn't return for another two-plus years, but a brand-new mining show is coming to Las Vegas this year. The 2018 Mining & Exploration International Conference & Expo (MEI2018) will be held Sept. 6-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Workforce development, sustainability, community and technology are the conference's primary areas of emphasis. According to the show organizer, MEI2018 will provide a forum for international leaders in mining, exploration and associated industries to share their expertise and pore over the latest research, challenges and trends that will shape the future of the industry. The conference schedule includes presentations, poster sessions and workshops. "We are very pleased to offer an opportunity for an international audience to address these critical topics," says Madalena Maestri, conference director. "We’re putting together a powerhouse lineup of speakers and moderators who will share their expertise, technology advancements and the latest research." With 500 booths, meeting rooms and suites, the expo will provide the opportunity to view the latest technologies in mining and processing, as well… Keep Reading
Construction starts dip slightly following year-end boost
The nonbuilding construction sector contributed to the the Dodge Index's 2 percent decline. Keep Reading
Preparing for the 2018 AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo
Coming off their best year in perhaps a decade, aggregate producers ready themselves for the industry’s top 2018 trade show. Keep Reading
