Pit & Quarry Editor’s Blog
Contentious legislation offers opportunities in mining
The occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in Oregon drew national attention, putting a spotlight on the use of federal lands. Now, amid new legislation that would give states the power to turn over federal lands for mining, logging… Keep Reading
Vulcan sets expectations for 2016
Economists say to expect growth in construction materials demand this year. Vulcan Materials Co., one of the nation's largest aggregate producers, expects growth, as well. According to Vulcan, which recently released its fourth-quarter performance report, the company expects overall demand… 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
Crushing do’s and don’ts
The simplest details make a huge difference when crushing, says Stephen Dobler, Sandvik Construction's business line manager for crushing and screening in Canada. "I think everyone has a good grasp on how they should be feeding a crusher," Dobler says.… Keep Reading
Keeping up with infrastructure requires special mindset
Passage of a long-term highway bill was long overdue. Investing in our infrastructure is like investing in our health. We should never stop. In fact, I don’t think it is even a matter of choice. We already made a commitment… Keep Reading
Legal notebook: Avoid assumptions, keep records
Don't presume, assume or anticipate anything without first planning or analyzing data. That's one of the messages Jeff Friedman, an attorney at Friedman, Dazzio, Zulanas & Bowling, P.C., offered aggregate producers during an educational session at the 2015 Quarry Academy… Keep Reading
MSHA’s Main weighs in on examination guidance, ‘Rules To Live By’
Pit & Quarry had the opportunity to ask Joe Main, assistant secretary of labor for the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), about the agency's latest preparatory mine emergency efforts and the status of proposed amendments to the civil penalty… Keep Reading
MSHA decision on civil penalty regulation still to come
The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) has proposed amending its civil penalty regulation to simplify the criteria, which would promote consistency, objectivity and efficiency in the proposed assessment of civil penalties and facilitate the resolution of enforcement issues, according… Keep Reading
Mine rescue emerges at forefront of MSHA agenda
Mine rescue enhancement was among the items at the top of Joe Main's to-do list when he took office six years ago as the assistant secretary of labor for the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). The Upper Big Branch… Keep Reading
