Peckham launches Pleasant Valley quarry website

Peckham Industries has launched a website containing information about its quarry in Pleasant Valley, New York, and how it supports the local community and economy.

By Ben Spencer December 1, 2020 Read time: 1 min

Peckham has updated equipment and streamlined processes at Dutchess Quarry since purchasing the site in 2012 Pic: Peckham Industries

Peckham says the website allows community members, customers and public officials to learn more about its approach to quarry operations, safety, conservation and continuous improvement.

Peckham acquired the Dutchess Quarry in 2012 and improved operations by updating equipment and streamlining processes.

At the quarry, Peckham mines dolomite rock and produces aggregate (crushed rock of various sizes) to pave roads, rebuild bridges, halting erosion, strengthening ready-mix concrete and general building construction.

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