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Producers air MSHA grievances at hearing
Producers criticized MSHA at a House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee hearing June 21 in Bakersville, N.C., according to NSSGA. Ward Nye, Martin Marietta Materials' president and CEO and NSSGA's chairman of the board, provided a written statement at the… Keep Reading
Report highlights aggregates’ contribution to economy
The Society for Mining, Metallurgy and Exploration (SME) published a technical briefing paper pointing to the contributions of the U.S. aggregates industry to infrastructure investment. SME also called for full funding of the nation's surface transportation programs. "Infrastructure improvements will… Keep Reading
Court upholds determination involving MSHA standard
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit unanimously agreed this week that failure to maintain emergency lifelines in a manner miners can use effectively is a Significant and Substantial (S&S) violation, regardless of the likelihood of… Keep Reading
Weir develops new line of crushers, screens
Weir Minerals launched its Enduron range of crushers, screens and feeders for the mining, sand and aggregate industries. According to the company, the new equipment extends its existing line of mill circuit products. The Enduron line will be sold and… Keep Reading
Atlas Copco opens configuration center in Ohio
Representatives from Atlas Copco Construction Equipment gathered earlier this month for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at their new configuration center in Independence, Ohio. According to a company press release, the 150-ft.-long facility was built across from an existing Atlas Copco service… Keep Reading
Talbert adds director of materials
Talbert Manufacturing hired Rick Myers as director of materials. Myers will oversee deliveries, material purchases, warranty fulfillment and aftermarket parts. He is also responsible for budgets, employee training and planning in those areas. Myers has held a range of leadership… Keep Reading
Philippi-Hagenbuch names Swank president
Danette Swank has been promoted to president at Philippi-Hagenbuch Inc. She previously served the company as vice president of internal operations and has been involved in Philippi-Hagenbuch operations since 1997, having worked in the administration, finance, human resources, marketing and… Keep Reading
Students visit KPI-JCI for special event
KPI-JCI hosted junior and senior high school students June 20 for a Chamber of Commerce youth event in Yankton, S.D. About 85 students participated in the South Dakota Chamber of Commerce's Youth Business Adventure (YBA) at KPI-JCI. According to a… Keep Reading
Atlas Copco names manager for Nevada store
Atlas Copco has appointed Rob Root manager of its Elko, Nev., store. In his new role, Root will be responsible for all store operations and personnel in parts, service and sales. Prior to joining Atlas Copco in 2010, Root served… Keep Reading
