California
Aggregate shipments, pricing up in Q4 at Vulcan Materials
CEO Ronnie Pruitt is encouraged by the demand backdrop in the company’s markets. Keep Reading
MSHA reports two mining fatalities in January
The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) says the incidents took place early in the month – and at cement plants. Keep Reading
Portable spread delivering results for two decades
Capital Aggregates’ California Quarry has a Metso portable crushing spread that’s been running strong for more than 20 years. Keep Reading
Aggregate production rebounds after six-quarter slide
U.S. Geological Survey estimates show nationwide output rose 5 percent in the third quarter, driven by a 7 percent increase in crushed stone production. Keep Reading
CalCIMA celebrates top safety performers at 2025 conference
The California Construction & Industrial Minerals Association (CalCIMA) recognized several mines and individuals for standout safety innovations and leadership. Keep Reading
Komatsu expands dealer in West
Komatsu expanded its company-owned dealer organization, Komatsu West, into Northern California, with new operations in Fresno and Sacramento. Keep Reading
Motion acquires Sunset Industrial assets
The deal expands Motion Industries’ presence in Southern California. Keep Reading
CalPortland expanding with Vulcan ready-mix deal
CalPortland will gain new ready-mixed concrete operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and San Diego through the acquisition of Vulcan Materials assets. Keep Reading
OTR invests in Southwest with new Phoenix facility
OTR Engineered Solutions’ latest location features advanced warehousing, on-site recycling and dedicated delivery routes. Keep Reading
