Archive for February 2019

While technology tends to pull job prospects to other industries, many aggregate producers have tech opportunities available that can lead to long-lasting careers. Photo: iStock.com/SeventyFour

Solutions to staffing challenges

February 27, 2019 By Zach Mentz

Leaders at Bond Construction, Cemex, Dolese Bros. and Martin Marietta discuss how they’re overcoming the worker shortage that’s prevalent across the industry.

Accenture’s Gaston Carrion addresses the International Mining & Resources Conference. Photo courtesy of International Mining & Resources Conference

Who will run your future mine?

February 27, 2019 By Zach Mentz

Gaston Carrion, talent and organization lead for Accenture’s resources practice in Australia and New Zealand, discusses the future of labor in mining.

Philippi-Hagenbuch’s newest Autogate tailgate innovation is designed with a traditional outrigger that bolts to the undercarriage of the off-highway truck, allowing operators to retain Komatsu’s original OEM truck frame warranty. Photo courtesy of Philippi-Hagenbuch

Philippi-Hagenbuch debuts push block, positive seal tailgate at AGG1 2019

February 26, 2019 By Kevin Yanik

Philippi-Hagenbuch brings these and a new version of the Autogate tailgate for Komatsu rigid-frame trucks to the market.

2019 AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo

February 26, 2019 By Allison Kral

Check out videos from the 2019 AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo, which took place Feb. 12-14 in Indianapolis.

The forecast for public works construction remains positive, especially when compared to other construction segments. Photo: iStock.com/Jens_Lambert_Photography

Highways, bridges represent top 2019 construction opportunities

February 26, 2019 By Kevin Yanik

Dodge Data & Analytics says public works projects are in an advantageous position this year for all construction areas.

Cedarapids adds Alabama distributor

February 25, 2019 By Zach Mentz

Cedarapids, a Terex brand and part of Terex Corp., named Powerscreen Crushing & Screening a distributor for the company’s products in Alabama.

U.S. Concrete showcases Honda IndyCar at AGG1 2019

February 25, 2019 By Allison Kral

U.S. Concrete’s Andrew Pinkerton gives Pit & Quarry a rundown of the company’s No. 98 Honda IndyCar at the 2019 AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo.

The Houston headquarters of Cemex USA. Photo courtesy of Cemex USA

Cemex USA facility earns prestigious distinction

February 25, 2019 By Kevin Yanik

Cemex USA’s Houston headquarters is the company’s first office globally to achieve the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED Gold Certification.

Lecturers from a wide range of industry professions presented before a Quarry Academy class consisting of more than 100 attendees. Photo courtesy of Dyno Nobel

How Quarry Academy prepares tomorrow’s leaders

February 25, 2019 By Zach Mentz

The annual event Sandvik and Dyno Nobel host remains a popular draw for aggregate producers to expand the technical knowledge of their up-and-coming employees.