Pit & Quarry Weekly Report

JANUARY 20, 2022

LEADING OFF

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DOT launches historic bridge investment program

According to the Department of Transportation (DOT), the Bridge Formula Program represents the largest dedicated bridge investment since the construction of the interstate highway system. Learn more about the $27 billion program stemming from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act.

Plus: Public works group urges Congress to fully fund IIJA

NEWS

Supreme Court ruling blocks OSHA vaccine mandate

The Supreme Court ruling on the Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) COVID-19 vaccine mandate notes that the virus is not an occupational hazard in most workplaces. Learn more about the decision.

Report: Construction materials prices up 20 percent in 2021

Prices of construction materials jumped nearly 20 percent last year despite moderating in December, according to an Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) analysis of government data. Learn more about what AGC found.

Great Lakes limestone trade experienced nice bump last year

Superior, General Aggregate Equipment Sales expand partnership

Thompson Pump executive retires, successor named

LiuGong North America reorganizes executive ranks

ROAD TO PROSPERITY

Pennsylvania producers expecting big things in 2022

Martin Stone Quarries owner Rod Martin shares his excitement for the year ahead, detailing how aggregate producers across Pennsylvania are adjusting in anticipation of a busy 2022.

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Plus: How production volumes, pricing are trending

Road to Prosperity
Check out Pit & Quarry's special series dedicated to helping producers navigate the economic downturn.

CUTTING EDGE

Caterpillar debuts hammers for large excavators

The new H190 S hammer is sized for operation on Caterpillar’s 349 through 374 models, while the H215 S is designed for the Cat 374 and 395. Find out more.

Plus: Portable plant considerations for your operation

FEATURES

What’s happening these days at Wingra Stone

Wingra Stone’s Travis Wise showed off a few of the company’s Wisconsin operations in the fall, detailing recent equipment investments and what’s coming soon. Find out what Wise shared during our visit.

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EDITORS' BLOG

OAIMA recognizes industry leaders with key awards

Find out who was recognized late last year during the Ohio Aggregates & Industrial Minerals Association’s (OAIMA) Annual Meeting.

Plus: South Carolina Aggregates Association Workshop gallery

FROM THE MAGAZINE

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Using drones to reduce drill and blast costs

Strayos COO Brad Gyngell explains how blasting operations can take the next step with a drone to reduce their costs. Find out how you can unlock a drone’s full potential.

Dodge Construction Network’s 2022 forecast

Dodge Construction Network provided its construction outlook for residential, nonresidential and nonbuilding this year and beyond. Find out what you can expect.

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