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IMAA News

IMAA Presented 36 Excellence in Mining Awards for 2020



The IMAA Excellence in Mining Awards are presented to Producer member locations that go above and beyond day to day operations in the categories of Environment, Safety, Employee Relations and Community Involvement.  2020 was a difficult year for everyone, but our members were able to persevere and continue to remain “Excellent.” Congratulations to the 2020 […]

IMAA News

IMAA Honors Producer Members for Outstanding Safety Records



The Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association is very pleased to announce the winners of the 2020 Safety Awards. IMAA presented 114 safety awards to plants that had no reportable injuries to plant personnel for the previous year, which was based on the 2019 MSHA data.  With safety being a top priority at every plant, IMAA is […]

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IMAA Launches Industry Image Campaign during Winter Workshops



What does a decades-old slogan have to do with the Indiana Aggregates industry? Everything! Indiana’s road construction industry has had a long and productive relationship with our state’s Aggregate producers and related industries. Mining, transportation, equipment sales, jobs, technology … they all intersect with each other to create the roads and bridges that keep our […]

Legislative News

IMAA Successfully Negotiates Legislation for Construction in a Floodway Permits



IMAA Members can breathe a sigh of relief. In 2020, the IMAA Legislative Committee started the process of reversing a law established in 2015 that changed the lifespan of a “Construction in a Floodway” permit to two years instead of the duration of the project. The Legislative Committee helped identify Indiana legislators that would support […]

Industry News

INDOT Preseason Update Webinar Recording Posted



On Thursday, April 8th, IMAA, APAI, and INDOT hosted a webinar to discuss updates to specifications and construction programs for 2021. Recordings of the webinar are now available on the IMAA YouTube page. Viewing the spring preseason update is part of the requirement for CAPP certification renewal. If you missed the live webinar, you can […]

IMAA News

2020 Award Nominations & Submissions Open!



IMAA is accepting annual award nominations and applications now through February 15, 2021 for the calendar year 2020.  Award forms have been updated for the 2020 awards and must be submitted to IMAA electronically. Please direct any questions to staff@indmaa.org or call 765-203-1645 as the IMAA staff is working remotely. Download and submit applications & nominations here: 2020 Award […]

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IMAA Safety Training Moves Online!



Starting in 2021, IMAA will be offering MSHA Part 46 8-hour Annual Refresher Training as a live, online interactive class. The classes will be conducted by MSHA certified instructor, Ron Bucci, and hosted through Zoom. Find a class that fits your schedule: Training Calendar Benefits of Virtual Annual Refresher Training: Keep travel to a minimum! […]

Industry News

2020 CAPP Course Registration Now Open



2020 CAPP Course – Online Training Due to the ongoing COVID-19 health concerns, IMAA and INDOT are offering the CAPP Course as an online live training in 2020. The Certified Aggregates Technician Course will be held over the span of 7 half-days starting December 7th and ending on December 16th. Participants will receive personalized log-in information […]

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IMAA Launches Industry Image Campaign in Partnership with Q4 Impact Group



The Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association is excited to work with Q4 Impact Group, LLC (Q4) to help develop a statewide campaign to build recognition of the importance and significance of the aggregates industry and how it impacts each and every person in the state of Indiana. The campaign will ultimately reach not only legislators within […]

IMAA News

Contractors on Mine Property Webinar



KCSA & IMAA Offer MSHA Virtual Contractor Workshop- Wednesday, October 14, 2020 The Kentucky Crushed Stone Association and Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association are pleased to announce an MSHA webinar entitled “Contractors On Mine Property”. The webinar will be led by Paul Cook, CMSP from MSHA EFSMS will be presenting this useful and critical information. This Webinar is for […]