The Nation’s Top 25 Construction Aggregates Producers

Apr 01, 2013

2011 marked the first increase in production since 2006, with slight price increases as well.   U.S. production of construction aggregates in 2011 was 2.17 billion short tons, valued at $17.2 billion, free on board (f.o.b.) at plant. Construction aggregates production decreased ...

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CalPortland receives EPA’s 2013 Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award

Mar 11, 2013

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded CalPortland Co. the 2013 Energy Star Sustained Excellence Award in recognition of its continued leadership in protecting the environment through energy efficiency. CalPortland’s accomplishments will be recognized at an awards ceremony in Washington, ...

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AGG1 Updates

Mar 08, 2013

AGG1 is coming soon! Our March issue will include in-depth coverage to help you navigate your way around the show. During the weeks leading up to the show, we are featuring AGG1 Updates in our Monday e-newsletters to highlight some of ...

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Operations Illustrated: Alternative Energy Sources

Oct 04, 2012

Benefits of Renewable Energy   Finding alternative sources of energy makes sense from an environmental and a financial viewpoint. In spite of headway made in recent years, it’s an uphill battle fighting the public’s general perception of the aggregates industry as less ...

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July 2012

Jul 05, 2012

Keep a Clean House

Aggregates Manager Pull-out Guide: Keep a Clean House

Jul 01, 2012

Messes point to larger problems. Good housekeeping can indicate a safe operation. Housekeeping standards are frequently cited. Pay attention to details. Housekeeping telegraphs an obligation of awareness.        Housekeeping Heightens Safety   It seems like such a little thing: keeping a clean house. ...

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The Nation’s Top 25 Construction Aggregates Producers

Mar 19, 2012

In 2010, the market appeared to bottom out with production continuing its downward trend and average unit values down for the first time since 1998. U.S. production of construction aggregates in 2010 was 2.14 billion short tons valued at $17 billion, ...

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A Clean Sweep

Feb 16, 2012

By Therese Dunphy Settlements on alleged Clean Air Act (CAA) and Clean Water Act (CWA) violations are cleaning the pockets of a growing number of construction materials producers. In recent months, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and U.S. Department of ...

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