Road to Prosperity
Road to Prosperity is a series developed with support from Van Der Graaf, and focuses on discussing and highlighting positive developments, trends, and advancements within the aggregate and mining industries, exploring ways to move forward and achieve success.
Report: 95 percent of RAP reused in new pavement
The average percentage of reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) used in mixtures is nearly 22 percent, reports the National Asphalt Pavement Association. Keep Reading
Dodge: Total construction starts up to end 2022
Dodge Construction Network reports that starts were up 27 percent in December and 15 percent across all of last year. Keep Reading
Insights from the 2023 Pit & Quarry Roundtable
Aggregate producers and equipment suppliers reflect on what excites them about the state of the aggregate industry. Keep Reading
Report: Four out of five states added construction jobs in 2022
Associated General Contractors of America leaders say firms would have added more people if they could find workers. Keep Reading
PCA economist upbeat about first half of 2023
The Portland Cement Association’s (PCA) chief economist expects the U.S. economy in the first six months of the year to be stronger than previously expected. Keep Reading
Diesel prices starting to settle down
Prices for diesel fuel are finally moderating as panic buying eases nationwide – with more relief to come. Keep Reading
Report: Limestone shipments on Great Lakes down in 2022
The Lake Carriers’ Association says U.S. shipments were down compared to their five-year average while Canadian shipments were up. Keep Reading
Dodge Momentum Index makes gains to end 2022
The commercial component of the index rose 8.4 percent in December, and the institutional component ticked up 2.7 percent. Keep Reading
MSHA issues wake-up call on POV
A recent pattern of violation (POV) enforcement action reminds the industry that the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) has a strong enforcement weapon at its disposal. Keep Reading
