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1. ARTBA Hall of Fame Honorees Have Aggregates Connection: (Latest News); ... scholarships to graduating high school seniors, totaling $3.2 million dollars. The foundation has provided major financial support to local and national charitable groups. The Vecellios also endowed the ...; Created on 18 May 2018
2. Rail Congestion a First-Quarter Obstacle for Hi-Crush: (Frac Sand); ... day, Hi-Crush has 13 PropStream crews, and expects more than 20 crews to be deployed by the end of 2018. "Following several quarters of major growth and development projects, including the completion ...; Created on 03 May 2018
3. January Construction Starts Slip 2 Percent: (Economics); ... term major pipeline projects continue to reach the construction start stage. River/harbor development work also strengthened in January, advancing 19 percent with the lift coming from $260 million for ...; Created on 24 April 2018
4. Federal Memorandum Further Streamlines Permitting Process: (Latest News); ... process for major infrastructure projects. The MOU calls for greater coordination between federal agencies, establishing permitting timetables under a designated “lead agency” to provide a single environmenta ...; Created on 12 April 2018
5. Bad Roads and Bridges Cost Illinois Drivers Billions of Dollars: (Latest News); ... of major locally and state-maintained urban roads are in poor or mediocre condition and nine percent of locally and state-maintained bridges are structurally deficient. The report also finds that Illinois’ ...; Created on 04 April 2018
6. Trump Touts Infrastructure in Ohio: (Latest News); ... wait until after the mid-term elections in November before lawmakers would act on major infrastructure legislation. "It can be passed in one bill or in a series of measures," he said. "What matters ...; Created on 02 April 2018
7. New Construction Starts in February Recede 3 Percent: (Latest News); ... witnessed during the second half of 2017. In February, single family housing by major region showed gains in the Northeast, up 12 percent; and the Midwest, up 8 percent; but declines in the South Atlantic, ...; Created on 22 March 2018
8. Source Energy Services Increases Sand Volumes by 128 Percent in 2017: (Frac Sand); ... upply. Source now has the majority of its sales secured under long-term contracts, and it's our view that these contracts will continue to underpin our business as more of our customers move into manuf ...; Created on 21 March 2018
9. Frac Sand Market Recovers to Largest Year in History: (Frac Sand); ... w operations under active development. A majority of the new capacity consists of greenfield projects located in close proximity to active shale plays including the Permian Basin and Eagle Ford Shal ...; Created on 10 March 2018
10. January Construction Starts Slip 2 Percent: (Latest News); ... during 2017 shot up 90 percent to $22.3 billion, and while that amount may not be equaled in 2018, January’s NEXUS pipeline project shows that at least for the near term major pipeline projects continue ...; Created on 22 February 2018
11. Charleston Stone Finds New Energy: (Features); ... entire plant was replaced. This was a major investment for the company. This case study explores the benefits of converting to electric rock crushing. A benefit that is often uppermost in the minds of ...; Created on 20 February 2018
12. New Report Targets How to Shape U.S. Infrastructure Policy: (Latest News); ... While lawmakers agree on the need, financing solutions for long-term sustainable remains a major challenge,” ACCF-CPR Chief Economist Dr. Pinar Çebi Wilber said. “Increasing financial constraints make ...; Created on 20 February 2018
13. February 2018 Economic Update: (Economics); ... a 7 percent gain in 2018 over last year. Healthy Housing Markets Delving beneath the national numbers, David Berson, senior vice president and chief economist, Nationwide Insurance, said the vast majority ...; Created on 14 February 2018
14. Trump Unveils Long-Awaited Infrastructure Plan: (Latest News); ... ess, given that an overwhelming majority of Americans wants for Washington to act on infrastructure this year. "The White House plan includes a number of important elements. Equipment manufacturers a ...; Created on 12 February 2018
15. Construction Spending Rises; Highways Up for Month: (Latest News); ... (±1.0 percent) above the $1,185.7 billion spent in 2016. “Construction spending ended the year on a high note, with gains over November levels for all major categories, but the annual totals for 2017 ...; Created on 02 February 2018
16. Trump Calls on Congress to Pass $1.5 Trillion Infrastructure Bill: (Latest News); ... part of his 2018 agenda, will be divided into two major goals: rebuilding U.S. infrastructure and speeding up the permit approval process, according to The Hill. "I am asking both parties to come togethe ...; Created on 31 January 2018
17. New Construction Starts for 2017 Advance 3 Percent: (Latest News); ... moderate upward track, rising 8 percent, which matched its rate of growth in dollar terms for 2016. By geography, single-family housing in 2017 showed this pattern for the five major regions – the South ...; Created on 25 January 2018
18. New Construction Starts in December Rebound 12 Percent: (Latest News); ... Fla., a $150 million new hospital tower in Leesburg, Va., and a $109 million addition to a hospital in Cherry Hill, N.J. The other major institutional category, educational facilities, receded 7 percent ...; Created on 25 January 2018
19. Outlook/Forecast 2018: (Features); ... compared to a three-year historical average, down in 26 states and Washington, D.C., and within a 5 percent range up or down in 11 states. Bridges and Tunnels With some major projects, such as ...; Created on 24 January 2018
20. U.S. Chamber’s Donohue Outlines Four-Point Plan for Infrastructure: (Latest News); ... plan was unveiled at the U.S. Chamber’s event, “America’s Infrastructure Summit: Time to Modernize.” On the sidelines of the event, Donohue was joined in a press conference by the leaders of several major ...; Created on 19 January 2018
21. Fisher Sand & Gravel Proposes Building Safe, Long-Lasting Border Wall: (Latest News); ... company told Rock Products that a majority of the aggregates needed for the project would be sourced by Fisher. However there would be some locations where material would need to be outsourced to establishe ...; Created on 08 January 2018
22. October Construction Starts Fall 9 Percent: (Economics); ... starts during the first 10 months of 2017 would be up 4 percent relative to the same period a year ago. The 1 percent increase for total construction starts was due to mixed behavior by the three major ...; Created on 27 December 2017
23. PERMITTING - DECEMBER 2017: (Permitting); ... plant, according to the Greeley Tribune. Judge Todd Taylor had ordered the commissioners to provide more findings of fact to support the 2015 decision. The commissioners did, focusing on five major issues: ...; Created on 27 December 2017
24. Industry Associations Laud Tax Legislation: (Latest News); ... evel playing field with the rest of the world. "There are many leaders in the Senate who deserve credit for working diligently to bring this historic legislation across the finish line. Senate Majority ...; Created on 20 December 2017
25. Report Blames Quarry for Sinkholes: (Latest News); ... creek into the water table, the city said. “Formation of the initial, largest collapse features required the need for two major projects to fill the sinkholes and stabilize the Collier Drive bridge ...; Created on 19 December 2017
26. Regional Reports: (Features); ... to show some construction project types register gains while other project types settle back, with the end result being a 3 percent increase for total construction starts. By major sector, gains are predicted ...; Created on 19 December 2017
27. ARTBA: Transportation Infrastructure Market to Rebound in 2018: (Latest News); ... n investment. With major projects in some states reaching conclusion, the pace of bridge work has slowed. The public bridge and tunnel construction market is expected to increase slightly in 2018, to $31 ...; Created on 30 November 2017
28. New Construction Starts Jump 14 Percent in September: (Economics); ... several major pipeline projects. The electric utility and gas plant category improved 10 percent in September, and included the start of three large gas-fired power plants, with two located in Pennsylvania ...; Created on 21 November 2017
29. The Q&A Forum: (Features); ... the House of Representatives makes it highly unlikely that anything major will get pushed through for infrastructure next year. SPAKE: As I understand it, this is a multi-layered problem. Yes, I agree ...; Created on 08 November 2017
30. Kespry Updates Aerial Intelligence Platform: (Manufacturers in Focus); ... and managing earthworks projects in the major site construction industry. New capabilities include grade planning and analysis, site and surface comparison including cut/fill visualization, and design ...; Created on 08 November 2017
31. Public Works Construction to Grow 3 Percent in 2018: (Latest News); ... is likely to show some construction project types register gains while other project types settle back, with the end result being a 3 percent increase for total construction starts. By major sector, gains ...; Created on 02 November 2017
32. Martin Marietta Third Quarter Stymied by Hurricanes: (Latest News); ... by ongoing project delays, customer- and DOT-related labor constraints, government uncertainty and near-record precipitation compounded by major hurricane and tropical storm activity. The West Group' ...; Created on 02 November 2017
33. New Construction Starts in August Recede 2 Percent: (Economics); ... showing modest improvement after losing some momentum during the previous four months. By major region, single family housing performed as follows in August – the West, up 9 percent; the Midwest, up 6 ...; Created on 31 October 2017
34. New Construction Starts Jump 14 Percent in September: (Latest News); ... category dropped 35 percent in September, continuing to recede from its exceptionally strong volume registered during the first half of 2017 that reflected the start of several major pipeline projects. ...; Created on 19 October 2017
35. Construction Spending Rises; Highways Decline: (Latest News); ... other major public infrastructure categories, spending on transportation facilities such as transit and airport construction rose 0.8 percent for the month but slipped 0.4 percent year-over-year; spending ...; Created on 02 October 2017
36. New Construction Starts in August Recede 2 Percent: (Latest News); ... family housing in August rose 4 percent, showing modest improvement after losing some momentum during the previous four months. By major region, single family housing performed as follows in August – the ...; Created on 21 September 2017
37. The Utilization of Used Oil and Explosives: (Features); ... their site and at the same time purchase another oil (or other petroleum product) to sensitize the explosives. Not only is cost associated with the purchase of new oil and recycling of used oil, but major ...; Created on 18 September 2017
38. Construction on the Quarry Floor: (Features); ... quality fabrication,” said Rivisto. The company’s options were limited as they tried to find a manufacturer that wouldn’t require them to hire outside engineering services. Kraemer considered three major ...; Created on 18 September 2017
39. Wisconsin Transportation Budget May Restrict Local Regulation: (Frac Sand); ... e elimination of non-metallic zoning and licensing authority," Koles said. "The budget motion strikes a balance that preserves a vast majority of local government regulatory authority, only applies to aggreg ...; Created on 07 September 2017
40. White House Discusses Infrastructure Plans With Stakeholders: (Latest News); ... for a major investment proposal, according to the AASHTO Journal. Addressing the estimated 150 visitors were Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney, Special Assistant ...; Created on 05 September 2017
41. Houston Hammered by Hurricane Harvey; Rebuilding to Take Years: (Latest News); ... y failing levees. In the coming months, Houston will be facing major reconstruction and a vast need for building materials, from plywood and sheet rock, to carpet and tile, to asphalt and concrete. Entire nei ...; Created on 30 August 2017
42. Publicly Traded Companies Report: (Features); ... was negatively impacted by heavy precipitation. In addition, the Southeast’s shipments were particularly affected by wet weather in Georgia throughout the majority of the second quarter and decreased 3.2 ...; Created on 29 August 2017
43. Safety Training: (Features); By Joseph P. McGuire and Bill Snead A majority of companies in the aggregates industry have a genuine concern about the safety of their employees. In their efforts to ensure employee accidents and injuries ...; Created on 29 August 2017
44. Aggregates Industry Market Report: (Features); ... market investment banking firm providing strategic merger and acquisition advice, capital raising and special situations advisory. Named “Investment Bank of the Year” by major industry organizations for ...; Created on 29 August 2017
45. The Economic Impact of the Natural Aggregates Industry:: (Features); ... According to the USGS: Natural aggregates, which consist of crushed stone and sand and gravel, are among the most abundant natural resources and a major basic raw material used by construction, agriculture, ...; Created on 29 August 2017
46. Vulcan Materials Acquires Polaris Materials: (Latest News); ... our ability to serve major California markets," said Vulcan's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Tom Hill. "With this acquisition, we are continuing to build on our industry-leading position in the st ...; Created on 28 August 2017
47. NMA Poll Shows Majority of Voters Concerned About Infrastructure: (Latest News); Eighty-six percent of voters are concerned about the state of American infrastructure, according to a new poll conducted by Morning Consult for the National Mining Association (NMA); just three percent ...; Created on 25 August 2017
48. Seattle Strike Settled; Producers, Teamsters Reach Agreement: (Latest News); ... n boom. More than 70 major projects are underway in downtown Seattle alone. ...; Created on 25 August 2017
49. Polaris Anticipates Strong Second Half of Year: (Latest News); ... ete work that will be required. "At the Orca Quarry, we completed the majority of the work related to the new Fine Sand product, with the remaining work to be completed in in Q3," the company continue ...; Created on 15 August 2017
50. New Construction Starts in May Edge Up 1 Percent: (Economics); ... of 2017. By major region, single family housing in May revealed this performance – the West, down 7 percent; the Midwest, down 5 percent; the South Atlantic, up 1 percent; the South Central, up 2 percent; ...; Created on 26 July 2017

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