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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 […]

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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 Inducts Ken Wanstrath of New Point Stone Company into the IMAA Hall of Fame



Some individuals make outstanding contributions to the industry that seem to go unnoticed. Special recognition from your peers for these contributions is the highest honor we can bestow upon our members. The Indiana Mineral Aggregates Association periodically honors these special individuals for their notable contributions, their service and their dedication to the Association and the […]

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Andy Williams Receives 2019 Keystone Award



IMAA started awarding the Keystone Award in 1998.  By definition the keystone is the topmost stone of an arch, popularly thought of as “especially holding the others in place.” This year, IMAA recognizes another person for his impact on the Indiana aggregate industry. IMAA congratulates Andy Williams for receiving the 2019 Keystone Award. “The Keystone […]

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Ted Powell Receives 2019 Miner of the Year Award



Sponsored by the IMAA PIE Committee, The Miner of the Year Award exemplifies the very best in the profession and these individuals continually bring credit to the industry and to their community. In 2019, IMAA recognized Ted Powell of Rogers Group, Inc. as having contributed significantly to the aggregates industry by providing a safe working […]

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IMAA Presidents Award Goes to Two Highly Involved Individuals



Each year the Association undertakes numerous projects and activities for the benefit of its member companies. Staff and volunteers from the membership conduct these projects and activities.  I am proud to present this year’s President’s Award to two individuals whose leadership have been invaluable resources to the Association. The 2019 President’s Distinguished Service Award winners […]

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Irving Materials, Inc. Greenwood Receives 2019 Shining Star Award



Tim Henry accepts the 2019 Shining Star Award for IMI Greenwood. The Environmental Stewardship Council created the “Shining Star” Award to recognize facilities that demonstrate qualities above and beyond the basic ESC compliance guidelines.  Environmental Requirements, Public Safety, Community Relations, Operational Practices, Reclamation & Rehabilitation, and Environmental Enhancement are considered in determining those operations that […]

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Community Connection Awarded to Hanson Aggregates Ardmore Quarry



Hanson Aggregates’ Kensington Kissel accepts the 2019 Community Connection Award for Ardmore Quarry. The Community Connection Award is given to the IMAA Plant that most clearly demonstrates efforts above and beyond the regular requirements of the Excellence in Mining Awards. The Community Connection Award recognizes service and involvement in the community and the contributions of […]

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My First Winter Workshops



Since Agg1 was in town last year, I didn’t get the benefit of experiencing the IMAA Winter Workshops in its entirety. As I reflect back on my first experience of being involved with the IMAA Winter Workshops as Executive Director, I can’t help but to recognize all of the efforts that go into making this […]

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2020 Operations Seminar Focuses on MSHA Inspections



On Monday, January 27th the Plant Operators Committee presented their annual Operations Seminar.  During 2019 the committee, lead by IMI’s Craig Gibson, looked at several different topics to feature at the one-day, dedicated seminar specifically designed for the day-to-day operators of a plant or quarry. Committee members recognized the need for consistent and effective communication […]