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Graniterock's new technology chief brings fresh approach to innovation

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Thu, May 31st, 2018, 9:43 am

WATSONVILLE – All of the technology that supports Graniterock is now led byNicole Laurence.Nicole, an accomplished and innovative IT professional with extensive construction industry experience, is the Company’s new chief information officer.As technology-enabled projects and services have grown more complex, Graniterock decided it was time to have a dedicated CIO. The position waspreviously performed bySteve Snodgrassalong with his long-held roleas chief financial officer.Nicole is known for strong leadership with smooth implementations, operations support, project management and ... Read More

Graniterock quarry leads California in automated ticketing

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Wed, May 16th, 2018, 12:05 pm

AROMAS - The A. R. Wilson Quarry is the first in California to win approval from state officials to operate an automated ticket system, whichimproves overall weighing accuracy and truck flow in and out of the plant.Quarry and CISS teams have worked extensively over the past year to meet the requirements set out in AB 1518, a state law passed in 2012 to allow unattended weighing systems for companies that deal in bulk construction materials.The challenge ... Read More

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The milling machine for high production paving jobs in California

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Thu, May 3rd, 2018, 12:49 pm

What this half-lane milling machine can deliver for any paving project is pretty incredible, grinding 500 tons an hour and loading each truck in about one minute compared with three minutes for a traditional 6-foot grinder. The 12-foot Wirtgen is a rare, specialty machine perfect for any high production job where time is critical. Read More

Leader in California construction materials

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Tue, April 24th, 2018, 10:42 am

Toni Carroll, Graniterock's director of quality, is an expert in construction materials and ensuring ouraggregate, asphalt and concretealways meet specs. Her great work in the materials world has led to several leadership positions, including co-chair of CalAPA's technical advisory committee. a group that keeps tabs on asphalt technology, Caltrans specs and other issues throughout California's heavy civil construction industry. Thanks for your dedication to these important issues. The entire industry is better for it. Read More

Construction team recognized for food bank donations

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Fri, April 20th, 2018, 10:40 am

We heart community! Members of Graniterock's construction team went big with money and food donations for Second Harvest Food Bank. So big they earned bronze level status for their actions from the food bank and will be recognized at an awards dinner on May 3. This kind of generosity is truly one of the reasons working at Graniterock is like family and more than just a job. We care about each other and our neighbors! Read More

Construction in the Presidio beats expectations

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Wed, March 28th, 2018, 2:48 pm

SAN FRANCISCO –The San Francisco Presidio Parkway project is another testament to the Construction Division’s ability to answer the call for tight schedules and constant change, and exceed client expectations with strong communication.The team has been working on a piece of the public-private partnership, led by developer Golden Link Concessionaire, to transform the heart of San Francisco’s Golden Gate National Recreational Area from a closed military base to a public park.This project under construction with the ... Read More

Graniterock named Business of the Year

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Wed, March 21st, 2018, 11:54 am

Graniterock received the prestigious 2017 Business of the Year from the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce during a dinner awards ceremony March 17 at the Monterey Marriott.Robin SteudlerandKeith Seversonaccepted the award on behalf of the Company in front of nearly 400 chamber members.Graniterock was selected from 15 finalists.The award recognizes the Company’s great work with our customers on the Monterey Peninsula as well as our exemplary dedication to the community through support for United Way, KSBW’s ... Read More

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Masters of Green: SFO parking garage calls for 33,000 yards of 'green' concrete

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Mon, March 12th, 2018, 3:38 pm

SAN FRANCISCO – Part of San Francisco International Airport’s strategic plan to better accommodate the ever increasing travel demand is to give travelers more parking options.Graniterock stepped in to help meet that demand by supplying 33,000 yards of an environmentally-friendly concrete for a new parking garage next to the airport.The five-story parking garage - designed for more than 3,600 spaces and 1.2 million square feet in size - is under way with general contractor Nibbi Brothers ... Read More

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118 years strong

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Wed, February 14th, 2018, 11:28 am

On this very special day forGraniterock, the day we were founded way back in 1900, we want to say THANK YOU to all Graniterock People, both current and past, our loyal customers and supportive community.We wouldn't be celebrating our 118th anniversary, which also happens to be Valentine's Day, without all of your good work and dedication through the decades. Read More

2018 construction market forecast

Author: Graniterock Posted by Graniterock on Mon, January 29th, 2018, 10:17 am

The construction industry has been on a healthy clip the past few years.It appears 2018 will be another year of high demand for construction materials and services.Graniterock leaders talk about what factors are driving that demand and the challenges that come with being busy in this videothat sheds light on the San Francisco Bay Area market. Read More

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