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Hillhead exhibitors include Institute of Quarrying
The Institute of Quarrying (IQ) will be attending Hillhead, which is slated for June 28-30 in Buxton, England. IQ has more than 5,000 members in about 50 countries, and its goal is to support improvements in all aspects of operational… Keep Reading
Hillhead once again sold out
Hillhead 2016, which will take place June 28-30 at Tarmac's Hillhead Quarry near Buxton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom, is a sellout, according to show organizers. More than 460 companies will exhibit, and organizers say more live demonstrations will take place at… Keep Reading
Drone enhances producer’s inventory control, safety
Tracking construction material inventories on a widespread aggregate site can be a daunting proposition – and a dangerous one. Just ask Jon Layne, business development manager at Sully-Miller Contracting Co. "[Before], somebody would physically walk the pile with a GPS backpack,"… Keep Reading
SME conference draws thousands to Phoenix
The 2016 Annual Conference & Expo of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration Inc. (SME) was held at the Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, uniting mining industry professionals from around the world. More than 38 countries were represented during… Keep Reading
AGG1 2016: Around Nashville: Country Music Hall of Fame
One of Nashville's top draws, the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum in downtown Nashville has plenty to offer the diehard country music fan and the casual listener. A special exhibit opens this month in honor of award-winning singer… Keep Reading
AGG1 2016: Around Nashville: NHL Hockey
The Nashville Predators, a National Hockey League (NHL) team, play two games the week of AGG1 Academy & Expo at Bridgestone Arena in downtown Nashville. The Predators host the Los Angeles Kings on Monday, March 21 at 8 p.m. The… Keep Reading
Maintenance troubleshooting for sand-processing equipment
Learning how to troubleshoot sand-processing equipment issues on your own is a surefire way to save time and money, as well as enhance efficiencies. But what are some of the biggest mistakes producers make while running sand-processing equipment, and what… Keep Reading
SME conference offers technical sessions, field trip
The Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration Inc. (SME) plans to host its 2016 Annual Conference & Expo (ACE) Feb. 21-24 at the Phoenix Convention Center. According to SME, the conference theme is "The Future For Mining In A Data-Driven World."… Keep Reading
Martin Marietta to host day for analysts, investors
Martin Marietta Materials Inc. plans to host an analyst and investor day May 9 in Dallas. Registration at the event begins at 9 a.m., and management presentations will begin at 10 a.m. The event includes a tour of the company’s… Keep Reading
