Editors’ Blog

Industry, MSHA talk business in the Midwest

August 29, 2019By Kevin Yanik

Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) leaders paid a visit this month to Ohio, where industry representatives from eight states gathered to share concerns and discuss opportunities.

Ohio Cat sets example to successfully promote the industry

August 27, 2019By Kevin Yanik

A special event in downtown Cleveland this month provided parents and kids an opportunity to get up close with equipment from Caterpillar.

The backlog of infrastructure needs is enormous, even though the totals thrown about are unrealistic, says SC-MA’s David Chereb. Demand for aggregate in the nonbuilding category remains the greatest. Demand will only grow more in the coming years. Photo: iStock.com/TerryJ

Construction activity is experiencing a new, normal level

August 23, 2019By Joe McCarthy

Takeaways from a Dodge Data & Analytics presentation show that while the construction industry isn’t growing like it once did, activity is still strong.

Keep in mind: Using social media to find new hires is more than simply posting a job listing on your platforms. (Photo: iStock.com/metamorworks)

Part 2: How you can use social media to grow your workforce

August 21, 2019By Allison Barwacz

Now that you’ve established your social media sites, it’s time to delve into the best strategies for finding new recruits.

Leverage your company's social media accounts to attract and find new hires. (Photo: iStock.com/anyaberkut)

Part 1: Why you should use social media to grow your workforce

August 20, 2019By Allison Barwacz

Social media is not only an opportunity to find a new hire but also a way to sell yourself to the best potential candidates.

Superior Industries introduced a number of new products at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2017, and the company has big plans for the 2020 trade show. Photo courtesy of Superior Industries

Superior Industries reveals big plans for ConExpo-Con/Agg 2020

August 19, 2019By Kevin Yanik

Superior Industries plans to unveil more than a dozen new products at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2020, which will take place March 10-14 in Las Vegas.

Expect economic growth – not recession – in coming years

August 19, 2019By David Chereb

S-C Market Analytics’ David Chereb provides his latest aggregate forecast and a look at what the economy has to offer in the coming years.

Photo courtesy of the National Institute for Occupational Safety Health

Why didn’t you see this coming from MSHA?

August 16, 2019By William Doran and Margo Lopez

It’s crucial that producers prepare for all possibilities during a Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) inspection.