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In the Aggregates

Forty-Two Years in the Sandbox
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In the Aggregates is an accessible and informative volume that discusses the importance of the aggregates industry to the economy and to modern society. It describes exploration techniques, real estate acquisition, permitting, mining and production methodology, management philosophy, and sustainability. The author, an expert in this field, adds humor and personal experiences to enhance the readability beyond just the technical issues, graphs, and formulas. This reference will help individuals in the aggregate business learn more about the detailed workings of the industry and will prove invaluable to those new to the aggregates field.
Introduction Importance of the Aggregates Industry Geology of Natural Aggregates Exploration and Reserve Analysis Location and Transportation Permitting Quality Control of Aggregates Materials Mine Planning and Overburden Removal Below-Water Mining Above-Water Mining Underground Mining Postmining Reclamation Crushing Screening, Washing, and Classifying Material Transport and Stockpiling Plant Design and Portable Plants Safety Management Operations Management Sales and Marketing Sustainability
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