Posts by Joseph Grasso

Although not considered a high-tech industry, quarry operations are indispensable for modern society. Let’s take a closer look.  Quarries:  Great American Businesses Quarries are a big business in the United States. There are over 3,000 active quarries across the fruited plain and they employ over 100,000 folks. They produce a wide range of rock and…

Buying a home is an exciting event and involves a lot of big choices. One of those vital decisions new home buyers might overlook is which septic system is right for the property. The type of house you own will partially determine which septic system is best. There are two main types of septic systems…

The construction industry relies on aggregate, which is a mix of crushed gravel, sand, slag, and stone. Aggregate forms the base for industrial building foundations and residential houses alike. It’s a key component of constructing roads and highways. Aggregate crushing requires natural materials to create the final product, and heavy machinery is the only way…

Aggregate is the bedrock for construction everywhere. Whether it’s a new highway or an apartment complex, a skyscraper or a shopping mall, the construction industry relies on aggregate to use as the foundations for any large project. When large rocks or slabs of compressed sediment are broken down into finer pieces, this is known as…

Although you may not always notice them, quarries dot the landscape across America. Quarries produce a wide range of needed rock and loose sedimentary products, including crushed stone, sand, gravel, and more. In fact, the total revenues that will be received from quarry operations in the United States are expected to exceed $14 billion in…

Lush lawns and beautiful gardens can add to the curb appeal of your home and give you a peaceful spot to spend your time. To produce these spaces, you will need to purchase dirt to grow them. Here are a few tips to choosing the best screened topsoil that will work for you. It Has…

Crushed aggregate has become an essential, cost-effective material for construction, especially as a sub-base for concrete and asphalt. To get the most out of a project, rock crushing on-site provides a way to save money, have extra material that can be used elsewhere, reduce waste and minimize transportation costs. The Crushing Process Getting the right-sized…

Prior to the 1970s, construction projects required heavily dipping into expensive resources from quarries, such as basalt, granite and limestone. As the industry continued to grow, so did the need for a cost-effective solution that was sustainable and met building requirements. Luckily, landfills and demolition sites offered the answer: crushed aggregate. Decades of Recycling While…

It is that time of year again when homeowners across the United States start home-improvement projects in their yard. From patios to a wall to firepits, plans to create beautiful areas have begun anew. Whether you want to add a new paver patio or a stone walkway through your backyard, the project’s success can rest…

When it comes to concrete finishes, it’s hard to beat exposed aggregate for popularity. This finish is a decorative style in which the crushed aggregate, or granular materials such as sand and gravel, are exposed in lieu of the smooth finish of brushed concrete. Why do many homeowners choose this style for their outdoor spaces?…