Editors’ Blog
Producers interested in attending Roundtable can still apply
Pit & Quarry has a few spots remaining for aggregate producers who want to participate in the magazine’s June 7-8 Roundtable at Chateau Elan outside of Atlanta. Find out how you can join us for the annual event. Keep Reading
NSSGA: Freight rail issues severely impacting producers
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) says declining rail service and unwarranted price increases for aggregate shippers are delaying and increasing costs for infrastructure projects. Keep Reading
What’s next for Vulcan Materials in Mexico
After finally getting a customs permit for a deep-water port in Mexico, Vulcan now seeks to unlock a portion of its aggregate reserves in the country. Keep Reading
New infrastructure program targets carbon emissions reduction
The Federal Highway Administration says its Carbon Reduction Program is designed to help states develop carbon-reduction strategies. Keep Reading
Holcim US joins Carbon Capture Coalition
Holcim US was unanimously approved to join the Carbon Capture Coalition, making it the first cement and concrete company to join the coalition. Keep Reading
AGC, Procore starting scholarship for HBCU construction students
The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Procore raised $500,000 for a scholarship for construction students attending HBCUs. Keep Reading
Four questions with Superior’s John Bennington
John Bennington, product manager of washing and classifying at Superior Industries, visits with P&Q at the AGG1 trade show. Keep Reading
Holcim US transitioning another cement plant to PLC
The portland limestone cement (PLC) development at the Lafarge Joppa follows transitions at company facilities in Texas, Missouri and Michigan. Keep Reading
NSSGA: Regulation maze jeopardizing infrastructure goals
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) and American Road & Transportation Builders Association say Clean Water Act rules are hurting the transportation sector’s ability to fix the nation’s roads and bridges. Keep Reading
