aggregates
What’s ahead?
What can we expect for the aggregates industry in 2013? Assuming both sides in Washington are able to compromise and avoid the fiscal cliff (a big assumption, I know), the year ahead looks to be a gradual move in the… Keep Reading
USGS says aggregates production increases in third quarter
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) has released figures showing that an estimated 583 million metric tons (mmt) of total aggregates were produced in the U.S. in the third quarter this year. The figure represents an increase of 6.8 percent compared… Keep Reading
Tecweigh names Sarow national aggregate manager
Tecweigh has hired Rich Sarow as national aggregate/mining manager. Sarow has 26 years of experience in the in-motion weighing industry, most recently serving as regional sales manager at Schenck AccuRate. In addition to the aggregate and mining markets, Sarow will… Keep Reading
Vulcan sets record as third-quarter results are shared
Vulcan Materials Co.'s aggregates segment gross profit improved by 10 percent in the third quarter, reflecting increased pricing and lower unit cost of sales due to improved productivity and cost reduction initiatives. The 10 percent stride was announced as Vulcan… Keep Reading
NSK
NSK’s SAF pillow blocks are ideal for meeting the harsh conditions found in the mining and aggregates industries. Manufactured with heavy-duty cast iron and available in a number of sizes, the blocks keep water and contaminants away from the bearing… Keep Reading
Pit & Quarry establishes aggregates industry Hall of Fame
Pit & Quarry is paying tribute to the pioneers of the past and present-day industry leaders with the establishment of an industry Hall of Fame. The inaugural class of the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame will be inducted in… Keep Reading
Kleemann showcases equipment, facilities at Technology Days
Wirtgen Group hosted its Mineral Technology Days event last Thursday and Friday in Windhagen, Germany, where Kleemann's latest crushers were among the equipment demonstrated for U.S. invitees and more than 1,000 invitees from around the world. Three specific Kleemann systems… Keep Reading
Pinniger retiring after 16 years with NSSGA
Joy Pinniger is stepping down as NSSGA president and CEO effective Nov. 2. Pinniger plans to retire and relocate for at least part of each year to live with her husband in England. “I know I speak for the board,… Keep Reading
Main to meet with aggregates operators in Seattle
MSHA Assistant Secretary of Labor Joe Main will speak and take questions in Seattle next month as part of MSHA’s planned outreach to the aggregates sector this summer, NSSGA reports. Main will conduct the stakeholder meeting Sept. 10-12, and Bruce… Keep Reading
