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Take your pit to the next level as Quarry Tech comes to Kanata, Ont. on Feb. 7

Taking place at the Holiday Inn & Suites, this one-day workshop presented by Rock to Road will connect owners and operators across the Ottawa area’s quarry and sand & gravel sectors. Attendees will hear about cutting-edge technology, invaluable tools and expert advice to optimize operations and boost their bottom line.


Federal prompt payment system for construction work comes into effect

The Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act has come into effect as of December 9, addressing issues around payment timelines across Canada’s construction sectors. Under the Act, the federal government will have a payment window of 28 calendar days following the submission of a contractor’s invoice.


Nova Scotia announces increased highway budget

Nova Scotia’s public works department has budgeted more than $500 million for roadwork on major highways and bridges over the 2024-25 fiscal year, an increase over last year’s spending of roughly $450 million.


Canadian partnership developing AI software for roadwork bidding

RSG International has teamed up with RedBit Development and Queen’s University’s QMind student group to develop AI Partner, an artificial intelligence tool designed for use in bidding and proposal processes in the roadbuilding and construction industries.


 
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Astec Service Built on Experience

Astec’s commitment to its customers extends beyond making the sale. It’s a commitment built on experience. Long after the equipment startup, we ensure our asphalt and concrete production equipment runs reliably with expert support. Our experienced service professionals recognize that downtime equals lost profits. That’s why our fully staffed service team promptly addresses service requests via phone or internet at all hours. We offer a comprehensive service portfolio covering troubleshooting, new plant construction, and more, not just for Astec equipment but extending to any brand.
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Navigating noise in Canadian aggregate and road construction

Why reducing sound and vibration noises on your jobsite may build positive community relations. » Read More...
 
 
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Meet your Quarry Tech Kanata keynote: William Gowdy, SLR Consulting

Pit reclamation, when properly planned and conducted, can lead to considerable cost savings for companies while also improving their relationship with the community. At this year’s Quarry Tech event on Feb. 7 in Kanata, Ontario, keynote speaker William Gowdy will share examples of progressive reclamation projects and discuss its increasing importance. » Read More...

Aecon to design and build elevated guideway for Eglinton Crosstown West Extension

Aecon Group has been awarded a $290 million contract to design and build the elevated portion of the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension project in Toronto, Ontario. Work includes the design and construction of a 1.5-kilometre elevated guideway that will run along the north side of Eglinton Avenue West. » Read More...

 
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Sandvik releases pair of curved thread drill systems

Sandvik’s new CT55 and CT67 top-hammer tool systems have been released for automated drilling operations in both the surface and underground mining sectors. The curved thread design provides stress reduction by distributing force over a larger area within the tool, allowing for higher tolerances in drilling power. » Read More...

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Cedarapids introduces TJ2440 static jaw crusher

Cedarapids has introduced a new addition to their static jaw crusher series engineered for tight closed-side settings, the TJ2440. The single-toggle jaw crusher is designed to maintain a nip angle and crushing stroke for an output of 200 to 290 metric tons per hour. » Read More...

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Wirtgen unveils all-in-one crushing, mixing and spreading machine

The latest addition to Wirtgen’s wheeled soil stabilizer line-up, the machine can handle crushing, processing and homogenization tasks for materials including stone, hard core, concrete fragments and cobblestones. » Read More...

 
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