This book forms part of a series published by the Institute of Quarrying as an aid to students and others. It is ideal for anyone wanting a broad insight into the equipment and practices found in the aggregate-producing sector.
Sand and Gravel Production concentrates on land based operations concerned with overburden removal, winning the deposit and subsequent processing. There is also a chapter that deals with dredging for marine aggregates.
Written by:
Andy Littler - a qualified geologist and chartered mineral processing engineer who has been involved with operational management of sand, gravel and silica for over 30 years.
Stephen Millburn - a qualified quarry engineer and production manager for a major international company producing aggregates, concrete, asphalt and cement.