FEBRUARY 11, 2014
PQ Weekly Report
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LEADING OFF
Vulcan’s fourth quarter revenue exceeds previous year’s mark
Vulcan Materials Co. reported $470 million in fourth-quarter aggregates revenue, as well as $112 million in gross profit – increases of 14 and 37 percent, respectively, versus the company’s 2012 fourth quarter. Find out what led to the growth. → MORE
NEWS
Jon Reedy Two at Lehigh Hanson earn NSSGA’s leadership awards
NSSGA says two Lehigh Hanson Inc. employees have earned its highest leadership awards in Safety & Health and Environment. Check out the stellar contributions they made to receive recognition. → MORE
Barack Obama Dodge Momentum Index keeps climbing
The Dodge Momentum Index rose 3 percent in January from the previous month. Discover what’s keeping the numbers strong. → MORE
Photo courtesy of mnsc/Foter/CC BY MSHA produces ladder safety guide
MSHA launched a metal/nonmetal mining initiative and a corresponding “Ladder Safety Guide” to improve ladder safety standards. Learn how you can help improve compliance and prevent injuries. → MORE
→ FMI releases fourth quarter construction outlook
→ SME updates cut-off grade estimation book
→ Baldor Electric promotes three staff members
→ Acquisition to impact ContiTech in the U.S.
→ Double Coin Tires, CMA open West Coast distribution center
  FROM NSSGA
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NSSGA's annual convention is an opportunity to renew old friendships, make new ones and share ideas. From March 3-6 in Las Vegas, attendees will discuss and address issues critical to the future of the industry and the future of America’s infrastructure. Registration includes admission to ConExpo-Con/Agg. Register today!
SPOTLIGHT ON
2014 HALL OF FAME
Chuck Lien Chuck Lien
In 1944, Chuck Lien established Pete Lien & Sons with his father and brother. Lien reinvested the company’s earnings into reserves in South Dakota, Wyoming and Colorado and grew Pete Lien & Sons into a $100 million company. The company now has nearly 400 employees across 30 sites in three different states. → MORE
EYE ON THE BLOG
Kevin Yanik Gas tax increase out for now
By Kevin Yanik
Why does Rep. Bill Shuster (R-Pa.), chairman of the House Transportation Committee, believe that a gas tax increase is no longer an option to shore up the Highway Trust Fund? Find out why he nixed the idea.
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FROM THE MAGAZINE
February Cover → Jaw crusher maintenance

→ Rock by rail: Connecting quarries and plants

→ Paving the way for an expansion permit

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