Against a calming of the U.S. economy, cement consumption is pacing 129.6 million metric tons this year, a 2.3 percent boost compared to 2005 shipments.
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Manufacturers
Systech Inc., Woodridge, Ill., has appointed Ben Rabchuk regional sales manager East Coast. He will represent the Integra line of dispatch, office and
Read MoreHanson Vet Named Mmm President
The board of Martin Marietta Materials in Raleigh, N.C., announced last month the election of C. Howard Nye as president and chief operating officer,
Read MoreSunshine State Deal Adds Cement Production To Oldcastle Portfolio
Oldcastle Materials has invested $50 million in American Cement Co. LLC, a joint venture with New Jersey-based Trap Rock Industries eyeing a 1.2 million-ton-per-year
Read MoreOrganizations
The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association has promoted three directors to senior director: Karthik Obla, research and engineering; Kathleen Carr-Smith,
Read MoreCorps Orders Npca Plant Certification
New U.S. Army Corps of Engineers guidelines require sourcing of precast sewage, subdrainage, and storm drainage systems, plus utility and communication
Read MoreItalian Equity Fund Acquires Cifa
A new private equity fund in Italy, Magenta, has acquired CIFA SpA, a global player in design, manufacture and distribution of equipment for ready mixed
Read MoreProducers
James Overstreet Jr., chief executive officer of Birmingham, Ala.-based Dunn Investment Co., announced in August the appointment of Danny Rogers as president
Read MoreHome Depot Supply Digs Deeper Into Concrete Staples
Home Depot Inc., Atlanta, recently acquired Texas Contractors Supply L.P., which through five branches distributes concrete formwork, treatments and finishing
Read MoreAia Recognizes Tca As Education Provider
The Tilt-Up Concrete Association announces its approval as a Distance Education provider by the American Institute of Architects. TCA will offer an online
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