Tag: sustainability

Screencore says both its XJ Dual-Power jaw crusher plant (left) and its Trident 380DD30 can both be powered by a backup diesel/genset unit. Photo: Screencore

Screencore highlights pair of dual-power jaw crushers

December 4, 2023By

Screencore’s XJ and XL Dual-Power jaw crushers are designed to be operated via either mains power or a drop-off diesel/genset unit.

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ConExpo-Con/Agg 2023 looked and felt like shows from the not-so-distant past. Photo: P&Q Staff

2023 another strong year for the aggregate industry

December 1, 2023By

Though not record-breaking for all, 2023 was another prosperous year for the aggregate industry.

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CalCIMA honors producers through awards programs

November 30, 2023By

The California Construction & Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) recently presented several awards, including its annual awards and its All Star Awards.

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Equipment and parts availability improved in 2023, but it remains an area to watch. Photo: P&Q Staff

Equipment manufacturers cautiously optimistic for 2024

November 28, 2023By

Equipment suppliers reflect on the year that was while sharing their expectations for 2024.

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Komatsu acquisition addresses battery-powered electric vehicles

November 21, 2023By

The company expects to close on its acquisition of Detroit-based American Battery Solutions late next week, with expected impacts on off-road vehicles.

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TACA president and CEO Josh Leftwich, left, and Jenny Burden, director of development at Texan by Nature, each spoke at TACA's recent Environmental, Sustainability & Safety Seminar. Photo: TACA

TACA hosts sustainability, safety seminar

October 24, 2023By

More than 120 attendees took part in the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association’s (TACA) annual Environmental, Sustainability & Safety Seminar.

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Summit Materials subsidiary taking unique approach to decarbonization

October 23, 2023By

Continental Cement Co., a Summit Materials subsidiary, signed a memorandum of understanding with PCC Hydrogen to explore opportunities to lower carbon emissions.

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Cemex CEO elected president of global cement organization

October 16, 2023By

Cemex’s Fernando González succeeds Holcim chairman and CEO Jan Jenisch as president of the Global Cement & Concrete Association.

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CalCIMA releases concrete, sustainability report

September 25, 2023By

The California Construction & Industrial Materials Association’s (CalCIMA) latest report looks at opportunities for California concrete producers to reach net zero carbon concrete.

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