Remembering an esteemed WISA contributor News, UncategorizedOn June 27, we lost a valued colleague, when Rich Budinger passed away unexpectedly. Rich played a crucial role in the startup of the Wisconsin Industrial Sand Association (WISA) organization. He was the first President of WISA, and a practical spokesperson on behalf of the sand mining industry in Wisconsin. Many of us worked closely with Rich over the years. He will be deeply missed, as a leader, mentor, and friend.
USGS: Sand production up 36 percent in 2017; Wisconsin tops in the nation UncategorizedDomestic production of industrial sand increased more than 36 percent in 2017 as Wisconsin again led the nation, according to new numbers from the U.S. Geological Survey.
Study: Frac Sand Mining Not A Likely Cause Of Health Problems (Wisconsin Public Radio – February 5, 2016) UncategorizedThe nonprofit Institute for Wisconsin’s Health spent a year and $100,000 gathering research done by industry, the Department of Natural Resources and local governments. IWH health impact assessment specialist Audrey Boerner said evidence suggests frac sand mining isn’t likely to cause health problems due to silica dust inhalation or groundwater contamination.
Sand mining, health troubles link downplayed in report (Leader Telegram – February 3, 2016) UncategorizedA major study of the potential health effects of industrial sand mining in western Wisconsin concludes the industry is unlikely to have a negative impact on most residents.
Frac sand mining study: stress more likely to cause harm than environmental issues (WEAU – February 2, 2016) UncategorizedDuring the year-long study, researchers from the Institute for Wisconsin’s Health and county health departments toured sand mines interviewed researchers who had studied sand mining previously and went to visit people living near sand mines.
Study shows sand mine air quality is safe (The Dunn County News – January 27, 2016) UncategorizedFairmount Santrol recently completed a study of crystalline silica concentrations in the ambient air in the Menomonie community, which shows no associated health risks.
