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Good morning, it’s Mike Lacey with your news of the week. Below you will find a collection of the issues and news were are following in the aggregate and roadbuilding industries.
- Mike Lacey
 
NEWS 
 

Strongco and Great West Equipment unite under new Nors brand

The two leading names in construction equipment in Canada, Strongco and Great West Equipment, will become one through the Nors brand transformation process.


Cedarapids  CRC1350S Portable Closed Circuit Cone and Screen Plant is now available

Cedarapids is releasing for sale the CRC1350S Portable Closed-Circuit Cone and Screen Plant. Designed for high production while maintaining portability, the CRC1350S is the largest portable closed-circuit cone and screen plant on the market today.


Sami Takaluoma appointed president and CEO of Metso Corporation

Sami Takaluoma has been named Metso’s new president and CEO. He will assume his duties on Nov. 1.


Learn more about developments in OHS law in Ontario at upcoming webinar

The Ontario Road Builders’ Association is hosting a webinar that will discuss several developments in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) law in Ontario. The webinar takes place today from noon to 1 p.m. on Oct. 30.


Western Canada dealer Groundworx Co wins Dealership of the Year award

The Groundworx Co has received Rubble Master Dealer’s 2024 Dealership of the Year award. Groundworx co-owner Grant Kergen attended the Oct. 15 and 16 Rubble Master Dealer meeting in Dallas, Texas.


 
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Road To Net Zero digs into the world of life cycle assessments and EPDs

On July 21, Rock To Road magazine, in collaboration with MB Crusher, hosted a webinar roundtable discussion explore the complex impacts of Canada’s net-zero goals on the roadbuilding and aggregates sectors, and how tools such as Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) may help companies navigate the path ahead. The discussion provided an overview of the benefits that life cycle assessments (LCA) and EPDs can bring to operations, along with how data tracking practices can help you win bids and stay sustainable.  » Read More...
 
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What you need to know about reduced-temperature asphalt

The energy-saving potentials are one of the most important drivers behind the growing use of reduced-temperature asphalt as a road construction material. Reduced-temperature asphalts – also known as low-temperature asphalt, warm asphalt, or warm mix – are mixes produced at temperatures of 110°C to 130°C. In contrast, conventional hot-mixed asphalts are produced at 140°C to 180°C – typically with hot bitumen at a temperature of 160°C as a binding agent. » Read More...
 
 
News 
 

John Deere and Trimble partner to expand integrated grade control versatility within construction portfolio

John Deere has announced a new strategic partnership with Trimble will expand jobsite capabalities for its customers. In the future, the Trimble Earthworks Grade Control technology will be integrated with the John Deere SmartGrade platform. » Read More...

Superior Industries new scavenger wash circuit will maximize sand recovery and reduce pond cleanouts

Superior Industries, Inc. has announced the completion of engineering and the immediate availability of the Scavenger Wash Circuit. This system is designed to help producers recover sand particles lost during the washing of fine materials, which will boost profitability and reduce waste. » Read More...

 
PRODUCTS & EQUIPMENT 
 
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Cat 903 compact wheel loader has 17% more horsepower than previous model

Building on the legacy of the popular Cat 903D, the Cat 903 compact wheel loader makes work easier with its Cat C1.7 engine, offering 17 per cent more horsepower than the previous model. » Read More...

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Yanmar CE’s launches new ViO35-7 mini excavator

Yanmar Compact Equipment has introduced the ViO35-7 mini excavator to the market. The 24.4-horsepower true zero tail swing excavator includes leading 360-degree visibility, a 25 per cent increase in travel speed under load and a 7 per cent improvement in excavator efficiency. » Read More...

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Hitachi’s states its new rigid dump truck has nominal payload of 242t

Hitachi Construction Machinery implemented a full-model change of the EH4000AC-3 rigid dump truck to develop the EH4000AC-5. » Read More...

 
EVENTS 
 

Alberta Sand and Gravel Association AGM and Convention

January 15, 2025 | 300 Lapotac Boulevard, Edmonton, Alberta » Read More...