Pit & Quarry Weekly Report

JULY 23, 2019

LEADING OFF

The workforce challenge that isn’t going away

Labor remains a very real problem for the aggregate industry as producers continue to struggle to hire and retain quality people. Here's how some industry leaders are combatting labor shortages.

NEWS

Hillhead expands exhibitor space for 2020

After boasting a record-breaking event in 2018, Hillhead organizers decided to add 2,200 meters to the show ground for the 2020 event. Find out what else you can expect from next year's show.

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From extending oil drain intervals to increasing productivity

Shell Lubricants specialists combine industry knowledge, expertise and services to help find the right lubricant, minimize downtime, increase productivity and extend machinery life.

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Okada expands Ohio complex with new building

Okada America celebrated the expansion of its sales and service center in Medina, Ohio, with an open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony. P&Q Editor-in-Chief Kevin Yanik attended the celebratory event.

Newest Martin Marietta board member brings M&A experience

OSHA updates regulation standards publications

NSSGA unveils new seat belt safety slogan

Austin Powder names Red Diamond site manager

EYE ON THE BLOG

Gibraltar Rock, Sahara Sand team on JFK Airport reconstruction

Sahara Sand and Gibraltar Rock are wrapping up the delivery of 185,000 tons of sand and stone used to manufacture ready-mixed concrete on site for a John F. Kennedy International Airport runway reconstruction project. Read more about the multi-million dollar project.

FROM PORTABLE PLANTS MAGAZINE

Selecting the right excavator bucket

Take a look at some tips to consider when it comes time to choose the right attachment for your crawler excavator.

FROM THE MAGAZINE

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P&Q Profile: Hammett Gravel Co.’s Tripp Hammett

Check out this exclusive interview with Tripp Hammett, the president and co-owner of central Mississippi-based Hammett Gravel Co.

Identifying safety risks through panorama photos

Capturing and studying panoramic photos is one way aggregate producers can build up their hazard recognition skills during safety training.

INDUSTRY RESOURCES

Association of Equipment Manufacturers

National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association

Portable Plants magazine

Pit & Quarry University

U.S. Geological Survey

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