Americas

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reports that the total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the US and Puerto Rico in August 2024 were an estimated 9.93 million tonnes, an 8.9% decrease from shipments in the same month last year.

Luck Companies, America's largest family-owned and operated producer of aggregates, has named Richard Luck as the new president of Luck Companies. With this announcement, the over 100-year-old company enters its fourth generation of family leadership.

Superior Industries, a US-based manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, has staged the grand opening of a new crushing manufacturing facility in Morris, Minnesota, its headquarters and hometown, since the company was founded in 1972. A symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the occasion, highlighting Superior's commitment to growth and innovation in the crushing market.

Heidelberg Materials North America has made significant environmental advancements at its Edmonton cement plant, marking substantial progress towards more sustainable manufacturing and waste management.

Registration is now open for the World of Asphalt Show & Conference and the AGG1 Academy and Expo, running March 25-27 in St. Louis, MO.

Superior Industries, a US-based manufacturer and global supplier of bulk material processing and handling systems, has unveiled the Scavenger Wash Circuit. This innovative system is designed to help producers recover valuable sand particles lost during the washing of fine materials, boosting profitability while reducing waste.