geology
Women in Mining launches mentorship network
The organization launched the Mining Mentor Network, an industry-wide community that connects professionals across the mining sector. Keep Reading
Chapter 2: Geology & Site Selection | P&Q University Handbook
Chapter 2 explores the importance of understanding geology, deposit characteristics and location strategy to ensure efficient, sustainable and profitable operations. Keep Reading
Texas law to help preserve future aggregate resources
The state’s Senate Bill 2196 will help both aggregate producers and developers avoid conflicts when determining where resources reside. Keep Reading
Mikulic: Today’s geological info lagging prior decades
Key geological information that helps produce high-quality stone is generally no longer available, writes career geologist Don Mikulic. It's a very real problem, he says, that must be addressed. Keep Reading
History rewrite: What if Chicago’s reserves had been managed differently?
A longtime Chicago-area geologist with a passion for the industry’s history argues that the city’s challenging supply scene would be vastly different had reserves been better utilized over two centuries. Keep Reading
Illinois geologist recognized for industry contributions
The Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers recognized Donald Mikulic's contributions to the aggregate industry during its annual convention. Keep Reading
Blast performance based on violence
Violence factor is a revolutionary KPI that managers can quickly use to assess blast performance. Keep Reading
P&Q University Lesson 3: Geology
In lesson 3 of the Pit & Quarry University Handbook, readers learn about geology and different land ranges, as well as the aggregate produced from them. Keep Reading
How much do you know about aggregate?
Aggregate is used in nearly all residential, commercial and industrial building construction and in most public-works projects. Test your knowledge to see how much you know about aggregate – from its origin to its main uses. Keep Reading
