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First-quarter aggregate production totals are in
The U.S. Geological Survey says production dipped early this year, noting that sand and gravel production was down nearly 9 percent. Keep Reading
Texas law to help preserve future aggregate resources
The state’s Senate Bill 2196 will help both aggregate producers and developers avoid conflicts when determining where resources reside. Keep Reading
Supreme Court decision on ‘Sackett’ goes industry’s way
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association says a rewrite of the Waters of the United States rule could be on deck following the outcome of Sackett v EPA. Keep Reading
Heidelberg Materials expands slag cement plant
The company hosted a grand-opening event for the expanded Port Canaveral Slag Plant & Terminal in Florida. Keep Reading
Motion president to shift to leadership role with parent company
Motion president Randy Breaux will take over as group president of Genuine Parts Co. North America beginning in July. Keep Reading
Xylem completes $7.5B deal for Evoqua
Xylem says the acquisition extends its leadership in water technologies, solutions and services. Keep Reading
AGC: Nearly half of U.S. adds construction jobs in April
Twenty four states added construction jobs from March to April this year. From April 2022, 42 states have increased their construction employment. Keep Reading
FRD-USA names national sales manager for breaker attachments
Ted Crane, who previously worked at Murphy Tractor & Equipment Co., will lead all sales functions for the division formerly known as Kent Demolition Tool. Keep Reading
Report: Aggregate, concrete revenue up at Eagle Materials
Price and volume increases contributed to early-year gains in these key businesses. Keep Reading