Our annual roundup of iron and technology for mixer, dump, tanker and manufactured concrete-grade tractor trailer fleets. CUMMINS | X10 The company plans a 2027 model year launch for a mid-bore engine replacing the L9 and X12 platforms, citing “a new level of performance, durability and efficiency for heavy- and medium-duty customers” and boasting “a class-leading power-to-weight ratio” designed to…
Read MoreBulk materials software developer BCMI Corp. has achieved Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type 2 certification, underscoring a dedication to customer data protection practices and affirming that BCMI security and privacy policies comply with American Institute of Certified Public Accountants standards. Prescient Assurance, Idaho-based security and compliance attestation service provider for business-to-business and Software as a Service companies, supported the…
Read MorePlato and the power of integrated project tracking.Plato, the Greek philosopher born in the 4th century B.C., believed ignorance is the root cause of all difficulties. Construction projects, particularly those involving perishable and structural ready mixed concrete, are complicated and difficult. Given that nothing exists in the dark of ignorance that is not revealed when the light of knowledge is…
Read MoreSources: BCMI Corp., Redmond, Wash.; CP staff Bulk materials software developer BCMI has achieved Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type 2 certification, underscoring a dedication to customer data protection practices and affirming that BCMI security and privacy policies comply with American Institute of Certified Public Accountants standards. “The SOC 2 Type 2 certification, which monitors our platform and processes for…
Read MoreBesser Co. has named Travis Witulski as Midwest sales representative. The appointment follows a six-year engineering and sales application engineering tour affording in-depth understanding of Besser production systems, parts, molds, and service that will seamlessly translate into exceptional customer support. Management credits his intimate knowledge of new and legacy equipment; knack for troubleshooting; commitment to providing solutions and service to…
Read MoreThe economics of switching from diesel to electric—and what must be done to reach viability The Ford flathead V8 from 1932 is near-mythical. The engine’s rumble and power transformed road vehicles into speedsters that were often favored by moonshine runners. The 1909 Harley-Davidson V-twin engine, with its patented sound, is equally iconic. So why are we messing with the fabled…
Read MoreGraphene technology promises carbon-neutral ready mixed concrete. Those seeking to aggressively push a transition to carbon neutrality should look to Adam Smith, known as the father of capitalism, for guidance. According to the 18th-century Scottish philosopher and economist, “By pursuing his own interest [the individual] frequently promotes that of the society more effectually than when he really intends to promote…
Read MoreWell-structured quotes based on customer behavior will help control variable costs and boost cash flow and earnings. A company often calculates its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) to measure financial health. Stripping out “nonoperational” expenses provides a clearer picture of your company’s ability to generate cash flow for its owners and for judging operational performance. The primary…
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Group customers by their technology and service needs to become the supplier of choice. Worldwide, the production of ready mixed concrete is fundamentally the same. A plant in Dallas operates similar to plants in Dubai, Dublin and even Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam. The needs of customers, however, can be radically different—and that’s without taking into account their unique geographies. In…
Read MoreLooking for true savings? Transition from “keep full” to “don’t run out.” U.S. ready mix concrete (RMC) production in 2023 should be just north of 400 million cubic yards, a recession notwithstanding. Based on an average five-bag mix, that means at least 27.5 million equivalent truckloads of aggregates and 4.75 million equivalent truckloads of cementitious materials will be required. Bulk…
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