NSSGA
Feltes, James and Zelnak enshrined into Hall of Fame
Aggregates industry leaders gathered Sunday night for the fourth annual Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony & Dinner in Nashville, Tenn., where Rick Feltes (Feltes Sand & Gravel), Don James (Vulcan Materials) and Steve Zelnak (Martin Marietta) were… 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
AGG1 2016: Educational programs
Educational programs are being offered by the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), National Asphalt Pavement Association and American Road and Transportation Builders Association. NSSGA will also offer workshops on strategic sales training and basic supervisory training, and a… Keep Reading
NSSGA names outstanding aggregates operations for 2015
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) issued awards to outstanding aggregates operations in the United States and Canada, commending them for their commitment to safety, environmental stewardship and community involvement in 2015. NSSGA named Gold, Silver and Bronze… Keep Reading
AGG1 Preview: Before you go to the show
With the AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo steadily approaching, it might be a smart idea for attendees to plan out how they’ll spend their time at the event. Although the show is simpler than events like ConExpo-Con/Agg, it can still… Keep Reading
NSSGA honors industry advocates with Grassroots Awards
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) recognized a number of industry aggregates advocates for their efforts to educate lawmakers on the value of the industry and legislation that can benefit operations around the country. NSSGA honored Ben Brock… Keep Reading
Government agencies expand definition of ‘critical habitat’
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services and National Marine Fisheries Service expanded the definition of "critical habitat" from “an area occupied by species at the time it is listed” to include areas that a species may occupy in the future… Keep Reading
NSSGA names its Safety & Health Professional of the Year
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) named Matthew Bunner, safety manager for Mulzer Crushed Stone, its 2015 James M. Christie Safety & Health Professional of the Year. The award recognizes an individual for substantial contributions and commitment to… Keep Reading
