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Now, more than ever, thin open-graded friction courses (OGFCs) are driving the market for drainable, high-friction, noise-attenuating asphalt mixes.

September 7, 2011

Business

Martin Marietta Q2 results: Net sales were $426.7 million, down from $442.8 million in Q2 2010

Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (MMM) announced results on Aug. 2 for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2011. Ward Nye, president and CEO of Martin Marietta Materials, says in the MMM earnings report that “despite a continuing difficult operating environment,” he is pleased with the company’s performance. “That we were able to […]

August 3, 2011

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Polaris Minerals Q2 results = $4.72 million

Canada-based Polaris Minerals Corp. on Aug. 9 reported financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2010. (Note: All financial results are in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted.) Sales in the second quarter of 2010 were 344,000 tons generating revenue of $4.72 million, compared to sales of 487,000 tons and revenue of $6.22 million in […]

August 9, 2010

Roadbuilding

INDOT new paving specs allow more RAP

In honor of Earth Day, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces new paving specifications that allow for additional use of recycled materials. By increasing the amount of reclaimed asphalt pavement and recycled roofing shingles within asphalt mixes, INDOT anticipates it can save $10 million to $15 million on annual paving expenses. Both reclaimed asphalt […]

April 22, 2010

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INDOT new paving specs allow more RAP

In honor of Earth Day, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) announces new paving specifications that allow for additional use of recycled materials. By increasing the amount of reclaimed asphalt pavement and recycled roofing shingles within asphalt mixes, INDOT anticipates it can save $10 million to $15 million on annual paving expenses. Both reclaimed asphalt […]

April 21, 2010

Roadbuilding

Vulcan releases 4th-quarter results

Vulcan Materials Company announced results on Feb. 8 for the fourth quarter and full year ended Dec. 31, 2009. For the full press release, including tables and a breakdown of earnings, click here: Vulcan_4Q2009PressRelease. The following are the fourth quarter summary and comparisons with the prior year: · Net earnings from continuing operations were a […]

February 8, 2010

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Martin Marietta Materials to buy three Cemex quarries

This may be a sign of things to come. Prices probably won’t get much lower and the stimulus bill infrastructure money will eventually raisedemand for materials. Martin will buy the three rock quarries in Nebraska, Wyoming and Utah and the remaining interest in a joint venture from Cemex for $65 million.

January 5, 2010