2015
February construction starts surge forward
According to Dodge Data & Analytics, construction starts in February jumped forward 16 percent at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $724.3 billion. The Dodge Index for February read 153 compared to January’s 132 reading. Nonbuilding construction in February increased… Keep Reading
Live from AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo 2015
The Pit & Quarry staff reports live from AGG1 Academy & Expo in Baltimore, Md., March 17-19, 2015. Stay tuned for industry news, exhibitor listings, Baltimore tourism information and more. Also, enjoy videos and a photo slideshow from the event,… Keep Reading
Frac sand market: Conflicting reports
Will the drop in oil prices affect the frac sand market in 2015? Optimists say no, but the impact may already be happening. A number of sources are reporting it's business-as-usual for frac-sand operations despite the price of oil. An… Keep Reading
Purchase tickets to our 2015 Hall of Fame ceremony today
Pit & Quarry is set to host its annual Hall of Fame Dinner and Induction Ceremony on Sunday, March 15 at 7 p.m., where the new class will be inducted. This black-tie event will take place after the NSSGA Chairman’s… Keep Reading
FMI predicts further growth 2015
FMI released its "2015 U.S. Markets Construction Overview" in which the firm's researchers predict 2014 will end with a 7 percent growth in construction put in place (CPIP). Researchers also expect this growth will continue with a total CPIP of… Keep Reading
