Document Preparation Services in the US

Steady as she goes

Overall, this industry has seen moderate growth over recent years, a trend set to continue. With its strong reliance on demand from building and infrastructure markets, the industry should enjoy a boost from the housing market in the immediate future.

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the mining and quarrying of construction and industrial sand and gravel, the mining and quarrying of clays, ceramic and refractory minerals, and/or the beneficiation by washing, screening, and otherwise preparing the mined sand, gravel and clays. The principal activity of this industry is the production of sand and gravel for use as aggregates in the construction of buildings and infrastructure (e.g. highways) and a significant share of industry revenue (annually around 25 to 30 per cent) is generated from the mining or quarrying of clays, ceramic and refractory minerals for downstream manufacturing applications. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.