Materials
5 Things About Concrete Blocks
(That you may not have known.) It can seem like there’s only so much to know about something like concrete blocks. Their name is pretty self-explanatory, and it’s not too hard to dream up a few possible uses for them. But did you know that they contribute to Ozinga’s mission
Sand and Gravel
Sand and gravel are essential materials used in construction, landscaping, and various other projects. There are many different types of sand and gravel that are used in different projects. Sand is an extremely fine aggregate used in many different applications, including concrete, backfill, landscaping, surface treatments, and snow and ice
Ozinga Inflates State-of-the-Art Cement Facility at Port of Palm Beach
May 24, 2022 (MOKENA, IL) – Ozinga, a fourth-generation family-owned construction materials company, inflated a one-of-a-kind cement storage facility on its location at the Port of Palm Beach. The process began at 2 a.m. and took approximately three hours to complete. The structure’s custom appearance is the result of a
Ozinga Honored as 2022 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year
May 5, 2022 (Mokena, IL)—Ozinga has received the 2022 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. This is the third year Ozinga has been honored with this award. Each year, the ENERGY STAR program honors a group of
Ozinga Honored with Multiple Awards from Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers
February 18, 2022 (Henry, IL)—Demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability, coworker safety and health, the environment, communities where they operate, and the industry, Ozinga’s sand and gravel operation in Henry, Illinois has been recognized with numerous awards by the Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP). Because of efforts undertaken by
Ozinga Aggregates Wins IAAP Awards
Ozinga’s Channahon, Lincolnshire and Chinatown operations were awarded Platinum-level Certificates of Achievement in Environmental Excellence from the Illinois Association of Aggregate Producers (IAAP) while our Rock Creek operation earned Gold-level status. These awards are earned for having successfully demonstrated efforts to comply with the multitude of federal, state and local
20 Ozinga Plants Earn Excellence in Safety Award
Twenty Ozinga plants were awarded with Excellence in Safety Awards from the National Ready Mix Concrete Association (NRMCA). The Excellence in Safety Awards Program is a three-tier system that bases facilities on the recent OSHA/Bureau of Labor Statistics Incident Rate. Only those plants with rates below the national average receive
4 Problems that Arise with Poor-Quality Materials
To save money, some people opt for the cheaper materials. While this may seem like a good idea at the time, using poor-quality materials may result in a variety of problems. Take a look at some of the issues you could face if you use poor-quality materials.
5 Tips and Tricks for Building a Dog Run
Your dog (or dogs – if you operate a shelter or rescue operation) may be a member of your family or your ultimate best friend, but when curiosity gets the best of them, they can wreak havoc on your yard or facility. Instead of patching grass, replanting flowers, or constantly
Recycled vs. Virgin Aggregates
When it comes to building materials like gravel and limestone, many homeowners question the differences between recycled vs. virgin. Although similar, each one offers its own unique benefits for your project. Before making a decision, use the following information to decide if your upcoming project would benefit from recycled or
The Different Types of Dirt
When you think of dirt, you probably just think of that dark brown or black material that can be found in your garden or on a job site, right? It’s true that what you’re thinking of is actually dirt, but did you know that not all dirt is the same?
How to Choose the Right Sand
Sand is an extremely fine aggregate used in many different applications, including concrete, backfill, landscaping, surface treatments, and snow and ice control. What most people fail to realize is that not all sand is created equal, and some is best used for certain applications instead of others. Learn more about