The newly acquired reserves will allow The Sunrock Group to supply high-quality construction aggregates to the greater Toronto area, the company says.

The Sunrock Group, a privately held construction materials supplier headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, recently announced it acquired an existing quarry with 1,400 acres of aggregate reserves in Ontario, Canada, from Brazil-based Votorantim Cimentos’ North American business unit, Canada Building Materials.

The newly acquired reserves will allow The Sunrock Group to supply high-quality construction materials to the greater Toronto area, the company says.

The Sunrock Group’s expansion into the Ontario construction materials market will enhance the company’s footprint in North America and help grow the company’s position as a major producer of construction materials in the region, it says.

“The Sunrock Group is looking forward to building a strong Canadian company in the greater Toronto area that is poised to supply high-quality aggregates to construction projects throughout that market,” The Sunrock Group’s chairman and CEO Bryan Pfohl says.

The Sunrock Group says it will do business in Canada through its entity, Sunrock Canada Construction Materials ULC.

Bunting has announced the addition of new electromagnetic products.

Newton, Kansas-based Bunting has announced the addition of several new products to its Elk Grove Village, Illinois location’s online catalog, including N42 and electromagnet products.

“Our new stock of plated N42 neodymium disc magnets gives our customers greater options in selecting the perfect neodymium magnet for their application,” the company says.

The newly added stock of round electromagnets provides an efficient and economical solution for handling ferrous materials and parts safely and securely. They are available in several shapes and sizes and can be used in a variety of manual and automated applications. According to Bunting, the magnets require little maintenance and are 100 percent duty cycle.

Rectangular flat-faced electromagnets also are available on the online catalog and are ideal for achieving maximum holding force on flat, smooth, dry or unpainted surfaces, the company says. These magnets are also ideal for surfaces where the entire face of the magnet comes in direct contact with the product being handled.

Flat-faced electromagnets are designed with a center magnetic pole and use the outer case as the opposite pole, and they concentrate the magnetic force at the center of the magnet to achieve superior holding power.

Ron Cayton, general superintendent of Gaylor Electric, was named the 2020 Craft Professional of the Year.

Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has announced that Ron Cayton, general superintendent of Gaylor Electric, Charlotte, North Carolina, was named the 2020 Craft Professional of the Year. Cayton will be honored during the Careers in Construction Awards at ABC Convention 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee, on Aug. 19.

ABC presents the annual Craft Professional of the Year award to a construction craft professional who excels in his or her field while also demonstrating a commitment to safety, education and the merit shop philosophy.

“Ron’s level of expertise when it comes to executing large-scale projects with a focus on safety, mentorship, quality and production is unmatched,” says 2020 ABC National Chair Tim Keating, owner and president of R.C. Stevens Construction Co., Winter Garden, Florida. “With more than three decades in the construction field, Ron is consistently raising the bar on excellence in the construction sector and as a seasoned superintendent, clearly inspires his workforce to do the same. It’s an honor to recognize Ron for his contributions to our industry.”

With nearly 35 years of experience in the construction sector, Cayton currently leads a crew of 65 field supervisors and more than 450 electrical craft professionals on a large data center project. In this role, Cayton is responsible for site-specific safety planning, new hire safety orientation and daily toolbox talks. He also helped lead a company-wide safety campaign created to promote safety hazard awareness last year.

According to ABC, Cayton is committed to advancing workforce development and inclusion in construction. He presents to younger generations about careers in construction and mentors those typically underrepresented in the construction workforce. Cayton also volunteers for Habitat for Humanity, hurricane relief efforts and local nonprofits, providing pro bono electrical and repair work.

Rumpke was the only waste and recycling company to be recognized as an honoree.

Rumpke Waste & Recycling, Colerain Township, Ohio, announced it was named one of the 2020 US Best Managed Companies. The award, sponsored by Deloitte Private and The Wall Street Journal, recognizes the best managed private companies in the country. Rumpke was the only waste and recycling company to be recognized as an honoree.

Rumpke was nominated for the award and then participated in the application process that included an independent evaluation of four key management skills: strategy, execution, culture and financials. Rumpke was one of 27 honorees from across the Unites States representing a variety of industries.

“Rumpke is thrilled and honored by this national acknowledgement. During these times of uncertainty, this recognition shines a spotlight on our country’s leading private companies, Rumpke is proud to share this award with so many other successful private businesses and to be the only waste and recycling firm to earn this designation,” Rumpke President and CEO Bill Rumpke Jr. says.

“This award is another shared achievement of our Rumpke team. It’s one more acknowledgement that the work, expertise and dedication we put forth every day is what ensures our ability to rise to the top. We would like to thank our outstanding shareholders, board of directors and team of more than 3,000 employees for their efforts as well as all those involved in the awards process,” Rumpke adds.

Tracked and skid-steer loaders are designed for durability, says the equipment firm.

West Fargo, North Dakota-based Bobcat Co. has introduced four new compact track and skid-steer loaders. The tracked T64 and T66 models and the skid-steer S64 and S66 machines are part of the company’s R-Series loaders designed to offer “upgraded performance with greater lift capacities and higher lift heights than their M- and M2-Series predecessors.”

“With a total focus on quality, the new 60 platform R-Series loaders offer uncompromising reliability and durability, enhanced performance and unmatched operator experience,” states the company, all while “maintaining a compact frame.”

Among the features of the new models, according to Bobcat, are:

More information on Bobcat loaders can be found on its website.