This U.S. industry comprises: (1) establishments primarily engaged in developing the mine site and/or mining or quarrying crushed and broken stone (except limestone and granite); (2) preparation plants primarily engaged in beneficiating (e.g., grinding and pulverizing) stone (except limestone and granite); and (3) establishments primarily engaged in mining or quarrying bituminous limestone and bituminous sandstone.
The NAICS 212319 industry, encompassing Other Crushed and Broken Stone Mining and Quarrying, is currently experiencing several notable qualitative trends. Firstly, there is a growing emphasis on sustainability and environmentally friendly practices. Companies are increasingly adopting more efficient extraction techniques to minimize environmental impact and comply with stricter regulations. Additionally, advancements in technology, such as the use of GPS and remote sensing for precise geospatial data, are enhancing operational efficiency and reducing waste.
There's also an increased focus on the automation and mechanization of quarry operations. This trend is driven by the need to improve productivity and safety while reducing labor costs. Furthermore, the demand for crushed stone in infrastructure projects, particularly in road construction and maintenance, continues to rise, supported by government investments in public infrastructure.
In terms of forecasts, the near future looks promising for the industry, with steady growth anticipated. The acceleration of urbanization and industrialization in emerging markets is expected to drive demand for crushed stone. Conversely, potential risks include regulatory changes and fluctuating commodity prices which could impact profitability. Overall, innovation and sustainable practices will likely remain key themes as the industry evolves.
Basalt crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Bituminous limestone mining and/or beneficiating
Bituminous sandstone mining and/or beneficiating
Boulder crushed and broken mining and/or beneficiating
Diabase crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Dolomitic marble crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Gabbro crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Ganister crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Granules, slate, mining and/or beneficiating
Grits crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Limestone, bituminous, mining and/or beneficiating
Marble crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Mica schist crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Onyx marble crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Quartzite crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Riprap (except granite, limestone) preparation plants
Riprap (except limestone and granite) mining or quarrying
Sandstone crushed and broken stone mining
Schist, mica, crushed and broken stone, mining and/or beneficiating
Serpentine crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Slate crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Stone (except limestone and granite) beneficiating plants (e.g., grinding)
Stone, crushed and broken (except granite or limestone), mining and/or beneficiating
Trap rock crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Verde' antique crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
Volcanic rock crushed and broken stone mining and/or beneficiating
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