Read the latest stories about the current challenges and future expectations of Ontario’s aggregate industry.
In the case of OSSGA member Fowler Construction, the producer recently took its own steps towards a greener world at its Rosewarne Quarry in Bracebridge. The company’s Rosewarne Power Conversion Project, completed in June 2021, involved converting the diesel generator powering its crusher operations to electricity supplied by the local electric utility, Lakeland Power.
Read MoreIndustries worldwide are saddled with a supply chain that has changed dramatically since March 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic erupted. Double-digit price increases, substantial surcharges and ever present uncertainty about order delivery times became the norm, causing major business disruptions for companies throughout the globe. Today, uncertainty continues to be the “name of the game” as businesses try to sort out whether this is a short-term issue or a supply chain norm for the longer term.
Read MoreWhile vibrating screens are built for the harsh conditions in which they’re used, there are best practices to ensure they continue to perform despite the season. Whether your plant shuts down for the winter or you continue to operate throughout, winterizing and preventative maintenance best practices will help ensure equipment longevity and maximum performance, in addition to making the most of any scheduled winter downtime. Not doing so could mean expensive breakdowns and repairs down the road.
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