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"The Coming Tech-led Boom" by Mark P. Mills and Julio M. Ottino
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
Publishers Note: From time to time, Graniterock publishes in RockBlog and Construction Update, articles from guest authors to provide information that our customers and readers may find helpful. Our publication of guest articles is not in any way an endorsement of any product or service the author may describe or provide, or of the content of the article. The guest author is solely responsible for the content, opinions and recommendations contained in the article.To read the ... Read More
Aggregates Testing Part 1: The Most Important Step
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
By Greg Wilkinson, Graniterock Research and Technical ServicesRepresentative sampling is defined as the taking of all materials in the same proportion as they exist, or will be used. The best laboratory and technicians cannot compensate for a bad sample, and all of the time and effort spent testing construction materials is a waste if the sample does not represent the material being evaluated.Whether we are producers, contractors or owners, we must be confident that the results ... Read More
Memories of Bruce
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
We invite you to comment and share your fondest memories of Bruce W. Woolpert. Read More
Housing Data Wrap-Up: April 2012
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
Home Sales Have A Little More Spring In Their Stepby Wells Fargo Securities, Economics GroupMark Vitner, Senior Economist [email protected] • (704) 383-5635Anika R. Khan, Senior Economist [email protected] • (704) 715-0575Joe Seydl, Economic Analyst [email protected] • (704) 715-1488Early reports show that the critical spring home buying season has gotten off to its best start in five years. Sales of new single-family homes totaled 83,000 units during the first quarter, up 16 percent from a year ago, while ... Read More
Graniterock Team Member Recieves President’s Award
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
GRANITEROCK TEAM MEMBER RECIEVES PRESIDENT’S AWARDCalCIMA Makes Special Presentation The California Construction and Industrial Materials Association (CalCIMA) awarded Benjamin J. Licari, Director of Geology and Exploration for Graniterock, the 2011 President’s Award.The President’s Award is presented to an individual who has exhibited outstanding dedication to the mission and goals of the Association. The recipient of this award must demonstrate a diligent commitment to the preservation of the construction materials, ready mixed concrete and mining industry, and ... Read More
Graniterock Production Plant Achieves Safety Milestone
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
Graniterock Production Plant Achieves Safety MilestoneOver 5,000 Days Accident Free at Pioneering Industrial Sand PlantSeptember 15, 2011 marked 5,000 consecutive accident-free days (no lost time incidents) for Graniterock’s Quail Hollow Sand Plant. This Santa Cruz County branch is located near Felton, California and is run by a small but dedicated staff. The facility produces high-quality, industrial glass sand, landscaping, utility and construction sands. Glass Sand customers require just-in-time delivery for many products that are key ingredients ... Read More
Graniterock Production Plant Achieves Safety Milestone
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
Graniterock Production Plant Achieves Safety MilestoneOver 5,000 Days Accident Free at Pioneering Industrial Sand PlantSeptember 15, 2011 marked 5,000 consecutive accident-free days (no lost time incidents) for Graniterock’s Quail Hollow Sand Plant. This Santa Cruz County branch is located near Felton, California and is run by a small but dedicated staff. The facility produces high-quality, industrial glass sand, landscaping, utility and construction sands. Glass Sand customers require just-in-time delivery for many products that are key ingredients ... Read More
Graniterock Tops The Table At Chamber Of Commerce Business Excellence Awards
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
Graniterock was nominated as one of the finalists for the Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards in the Construction and Building Category. Graniterock was not only invited to attend the gala awards banquet, but also given the opportunity to participate in the “Design-a-Table” contest where over 40 companies decorated tables that creatively showcased their business. Two awards were to be presented, the Chamber of Commerce Committee Award and the most coveted, Chairman’s Award. A ... Read More
Graniterock Hosts 2011 Signature Of Excellence Awards
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
Company Honors 10 Local Architects and BuildersGraniterock recognizes the great importance of outstanding architectural design and construction that mirrors the natural wonders of the Monterey Bay Area. Graniterock’s Signature of Excellence Awards honor the Architects, Designers, Builders, Landscapers, Contractors, and Owners of these remarkable projects.On July 9, 2011 Graniterock honored seven projects voted on by the general public as the best in each category (Commercial, Residential Under 3,500 sq. ft., Residential Over 3,500 sq. ft., Remodel ... Read More
Graniterock Host 4th Annual Construction Career Day
Posted by Keith Severson on Wed, March 18th, 2015, 8:16 am
The current U.S. unemployment rate stands at about a whopping 8.8%. Evidently, large portions of the population are looking for careers, but are ending with no success. There are, however, employers, specifically in the construction industry, that are currently seeking men and women who are interested in a career path in construction.Graniterock is a high-quality building material Company with numerous branches across California. The Company is hosting theFourth AnnualConstruction Career Day on Friday, May 6, 2011 ... Read More
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