AUGUST 5, 2021

LEADING OFF

How Vulcan Materials fared in the second quarter   Tom Hill, chairman and CEO of the nation’s largest aggregate producer, offered perspective following the release of Vulcan Materials’ second-quarter report.   Read More

NEWS

Aggregate shipments, pricing up at Martin Marietta   Martin Marietta says a few key factors boosted its building materials business in the second quarter. Chairman and CEO Ward Nye weighs in on these and provides additional perspective on the company’s performance of late.   Read More

‘Strong’ second quarter propels Cemex forward   Cemex reports that net sales in the U.S. grew 13 percent in the second quarter while operating earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization jumped 7 percent. Find out what CEO Fernando González had to say about Cemex in the second quarter.   Read More

Senate expected to pass infrastructure bill Granite sees gains in its latest quarter Revenues, profitability up at USLM in second quarter Terex MPS adds regional sales manager Superior, General Equipment expand partnership Case reveals its top dealers sponsored content ↴       The Right Stedman Crusher for Your Large Feed   Crush your large feed materials in a Stedman Mega-Slam HSI crusher. With a reduction ratio of up to 20:1, crush up to 40” feed down to 2” or less at up to 1200 tons per hour. Contact Stedman at 812-926-0038.   Learn More

ROAD TO RECOVERY

What a new infrastructure bill could look like   At June’s Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, aggregate producers and equipment manufacturers speculated on how a new infrastructure bill could be passed and what it might look like.   Watch Here   Plus: Midwest contract crusher’s rapid growth continues Road to Recovery Check out Pit & Quarry's special series dedicated to helping producers navigate the economic downturn.

CUTTING EDGE

Major to highlight modular screen media at MINExpo   Major, a screen media manufacturer, will showcase Flex-Mat modular screen media panels next month at MINExpo International. Learn more about the panels.   Read More Plus: Epiroc offers glimpse at its MINExpo showcase   sponsored content ↴       Bring us your wear part productivity questions at MINExpo® Booth 6055   The Columbia Steel team looks forward to helping you get the most from your crushers and draglines. Let's talk at MINExpo® about improved productivity, safety, and uptime.   Learn More

P&Q SUSTAINABILITY

Cemex joins global initiatives in carbon neutrality pursuit   Cemex says its recent decision to join two global alliances reflects its commitment to climate action. Find out what’s ahead for Cemex.   Read More

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Calling for action on infrastructure in 2021 (Part 1)   The nation’s infrastructure was a hot topic at this year’s Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, with attendees debating the merits of 2021 proposals that have come forth in Washington.   Read More Plus: Is now the right time to sell your business?

EDITORS' BLOG

Construction association launches climate change initiative   The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) detailed measures that are needed to lead to a more environmentally friendly built environment. Stephen Sandherr, CEO of AGC, explains.   Read More

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