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Terex MPS launches new jaw module
Terex Minerals Processing Systems (MPS) has launched the new MJ47 primary jaw crusher module, its largest jaw module to date. Made for large quarries or contractors that want a stationary type model without a normal stick-built plant, the MJ47 has… Keep Reading
Holt Cat opens new store in Edinburg
Holt Cat opened a new, 47,000 sq. ft. facility in Edinburg, Texas. The store will offer a range of services, from Caterpillar machine sales, rentals, parts and service to comprehensive rebuild capabilities and custom product fabrication. Holt Cat General Manager… Keep Reading
NSSGA to host webinar on legislative issues
The NSSGA is set to host a webinar that will provide updates on key legislative issues that are of importance to NSSGA members, as well as environmental, safety and health regulatory developments. The webinar will also cover pending litigation related… Keep Reading
Oldcastle names Randolph EVP, strategy and development
Oldcastle Materials Inc. named Kirk Randolph as EVP, strategy and development. In his new role, Randolph will be leading the acquisition and integration of new businesses as well as developing growth initiatives for the company. Until accepting this position, Randolph… Keep Reading
Report: Frac sand demand up significantly, and prices may follow
The Wall Street Journal reports that frackers are expected to use nearly 95 billion lbs. of sand this year, a figure that's up nearly 30 percent from 2013 and up 50 percent from forecasts energy-consulting firm PacWest Consulting Partners made… Keep Reading
VantaCore Partners acquired in deal exceeding $200 million
Natural Resource Partners LP (NRP) signed an agreement to acquire VantaCore Partners LP, a privately held company specializing in the construction materials industry, for $205 million. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter this year. According to… Keep Reading
Pennsylvania governor pays visit to McLanahan
Gov. Tom Corbett (R-Pa.) visited McLanahan Corp.'s corporate headquarters in Hollidaysburg, Pa., and discussed how pro-growth policies and energy development are spurring the growth of Pennsylvania manufacturers. Corbett toured the McLanahan facility as part of his visit with company President… Keep Reading
July construction climbs 6 percent
According to McGraw Hill Construction, new construction starts in July rose 6 percent to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $588.8 billion. The July statistics raised the Dodge Index to 125, which went up from 118 in June and marked… Keep Reading
MSHA allocates $8.3 million in safety training grants
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has allocated $8,348,423 in health and safety training grants for 47 states and the Navajo Nation in fiscal year 2014. The grants will be used to cover training and… Keep Reading
