Tag: quarries

COO Cody Ladd says Kraemer Mining & Materials’ operational excellence is a foundation on which the company can grow. Photo: P&Q Staff

Minnesota producer envisions growth by M&A

October 24, 2023By

With a new plant that’s performing like never before, Kraemer Mining & Materials is ready to continue its expansion via merger or acquisition.

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Luck Stone leaders reflect on 100th anniversary

August 22, 2023By and

Charlie Luck and Richard Luck, who represent the third and fourth generations at family-owned Luck Stone, discuss the ongoing celebration while sharing their fondest memories in business.

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How autonomous haulers will transform the Bull Run Plant

April 12, 2023By and

How do you run an active quarry operation when autonomous haulers are roaming the grounds? Luck Stone’s Charlie Luck and Caterpillar’s Denise Johnson offer perspective, sharing details about a special project in Virginia.

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Great Lakes limestone trade up in October

November 10, 2021By

Limestone shipments on the Great Lakes hit 3.6 million tons in October, up 8.3 percent compared to a year ago, per the Lake Carriers’ Association.

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Great Lakes limestone trade down 14 percent in 2020

January 14, 2021By

Shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes decreased 26.6 million tons in 2020, compared to the prior year, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association.

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LCA reports limestone trade down in May 2020

June 5, 2020By

Limestone shipments on the Great Lakes totaled 3.5 million tons in May, a decrease of 18.1 percent compared to the same time period last year, according to LCA.

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Great Lakes limestone trade up in April 2020

June 1, 2020By

Shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes increased slightly in April to 2.1 million tons, according to the Lake Carriers’ Association.

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Great Lakes limestone trade jumps 8 percent in November 2019

December 11, 2019By

Loadings derived from U.S. quarries increased 12.2 percent to 2.6 million tons.

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Slight uptick in Great Lakes limestone trade

July 12, 2019By

Shipments of limestone on the Great Lakes totaled just under 4.1 million tons in June, an increase of less than 1 percent from the same time a year ago.

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