Features
Maio: Second-quarter performances bolstering confidence
The industry’s major producers are faring well, Proudfoot’s Alan Maio says. He expects demand to continue to increase gradually for the remainder of 2020. Keep Reading
Road to Recovery: The view from Virginia
The vice president of Luck Stone’s Northern Region reflects on activity within the state, offering several reasons for optimism about the road ahead. Keep Reading
Seaborn: Why roadbuilding, residential construction may carry some producers
Luck Companies’ Scott Seaborn forecasts a slight year-over-year decline in aggregate demand throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern markets. Keep Reading
Scepaniak: Energy, DOT projects fueling healthy production
Wm. D. Scepaniak's John Scepaniak discusses materials demand in the Upper Midwest, saying longer-term projects should keep the company's schedule occupied until year’s end. Keep Reading
Turner: Expecting business to pick up after November’s election
Turner Mining Group’s Keaton Turner shares what he currently sees in the market – and what’s ahead. Keep Reading
Blasting: The story of breaking rock
The final chapter in P&Q’s special series offers a history of blast design and what’s ahead to optimize quarry blasting. Keep Reading
Why remote MSHA enforcement is serious
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) has employed technology to remotely conduct some enforcement procedures, and mine operators should treat the investigations with the same seriousness and preparation that would be accorded an in-person investigation. Keep Reading
Johnson: Bailing out the states not necessarily the solution
The Concrete Company’s Dan Johnson welcomes more funding to support demand, but figuring out a fair-for-all approach is no easy task. Keep Reading
SC Market Analytics adjusts aggregate forecast
Projections for aggregate consumption in 2021-22 are now higher, largely due to a sharper spike in new home construction. Keep Reading
