Pit & Quarry Magazine

12/17/2024

Watch as Pronto’s Christian Kurasek speaks with P&Q’s Kevin Yanik about the evolving landscape of industry jobs as autonomous haul trucks are introduced to operations. (Video: P&Q Staff)

12/16/2024

New in the magazine this month: You can read an assortment of views from aggregate producers and equipment manufacturers on how the industry is performing and what’s ahead in the new year.

Says Philippi-Hagenbuch, Inc.’s Jim Chamberlain: “Interest rates come into play in a big way. There’s a big Fed cut, so hopefully that helps. We’ll see how that continues to trend over the next several months and years. There’s government funding available, but how is it allocated and distributed?” (Photo: P&Q Staff)

An assortment of aggregate producers and equipment manufacturers share their view of the market and what’s ahead in the new year.

12/14/2024

Crushing material naturally results in excessive wear on components, vibration throughout the plant, and dust. Thus, it's important to know what kinds of wear to watch for in order to keep jaw and impact crushing plants going strong. Learn more about mobile crusher maintenance from P&Q University. (Photo: P&Q Staff)

Learn what kinds of wear to watch for in order to keep jaw and impact crushing plants going strong.

12/13/2024

The South Carolina Aggregates Association’s 2024 Workshop & Exhibition attracted 350 people last week to Columbia, South Carolina. Check out our gallery from the fourth annual event. (Photo: P&Q Staff)

The South Carolina Aggregates Association’s (SCAA) fourth annual Workshop & Exhibition drew more than 350 attendees and 54 exhibitors to the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center.

12/13/2024

New this month in the magazine: BKT Tires’ Piero Torassa presents pointers to keep your tires on the move. (Photo: jacquedurocher/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images)

BKT’s Piero Torassa presents pointers to keep your tires on the move.

12/12/2024

Eagle Materials came to an agreement this week to acquire Bullskin Stone and Lime, LLC, an aggregate-producing company located in western Pennsylvania.

Says Michael Haack, president and CEO of Eagle Materials: “The acquisition ... advances Eagle’s long-term growth strategy by adding a pure-play that complements and extends our network of aggregates quarries and cement plants and terminals in the region.”

Bullskin Stone & Lime serves the Pittsburgh and broader western Pennsylvania markets.

12/12/2024

Have you listened to the latest episode of Drilling Deeper, yet? This week, Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by several equipment manufacturers who share their takes on the state of the industry nationwide.

In addition to , the guests discuss coal and precious metals, illustrating more broadly how crushed stone, sand and gravel producers are performing against other markets.

Watch now below, or listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://www.drillingdeeperpodcast.com/

With 2024 nearing a close, P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski discuss the health of the industry at this point in time while welcoming in several equipment ...

12/11/2024

Vulcan Materials Company agreed to acquire Superior Ready Mix Concrete in a deal that will add six California operations to the company.

Says Tom Hill, chairman and CEO of Vulcan: “Our continuous improvement culture is about making the best even better, and we look forward to working with the Superior team to do just that.”

The acquisition deal in Southern California includes six aggregate operations, two asphalt plants and 13 ready-mixed concrete locations.

12/11/2024

Proper ensures tires operate safely and perform well – especially in extreme weather conditions and challenging environments. BKT Tires’ Piero Torassa presents pointers to keep your on the move. (Photo: BKT)

BKT’s Piero Torassa presents pointers to keep your tires on the move.

12/10/2024

The Missouri Limestone Producers Association (MLPA) has rebranded as Infra, unveiling a new look and direction last week at its annual convention in Osage Beach, Missouri.

Says Chris Williams, vice president of Capital Aggregates who served MLPA as president in the year leading up to the rebrand: “I don’t think we change the culture of who we are. We change the face of who we are.”

Read on for more insights about the rebranding and what Infra is all about. (Photo: P&Q Staff)

The 80-year-old organization unveiled the rebranded association name and a tagline at its annual convention last week.

12/10/2024

Pit & Quarry’s December 2024 digital edition, featuring our annual State of the Industry Report, is now available.

Find out what producers and equipment suppliers felt about 2024 and what they expect from 2025. Additionally, find out what may be in store for the Mine Safety and Health Administration in the coming years.

In our P&Q Tech section, get tips for winterizing systems and maintaining tires. Plus, we recap Command Alkon Incorporated's Elevate 2024 event.

Dig in to the latest edition now ➡️ https://editions.mydigitalpublication.com/publication/?i=836209

12/09/2024

As we approach a new year, demand for infrastructure remains strong. Both producers and equipment manufacturers are bullish about 2025 due to increased department of transportation funding and activity.

Read additional insights from industry leaders about the health of the aggregate industry and the coming years. (Photo: P&Q Staff)

Producers and manufacturers are not only confident about next year’s prospects, but they like what’s shaping up for the years that follow.

12/08/2024

Vibrating screens must be properly selected and designed, or they can become the biggest bottleneck within an operation. Maximizing capacity while maintaining efficiency often requires careful adjustments to parameters like speed, stroke, and angle of inclination. Learn more about in Lesson 8 of Pit & Quarry University. (Photo: P&Q Staff)

Check out some of the best practices for screening, per lesson 8 of Pit & Quarry University.

12/07/2024

Take a look back at this undated photo from Carolina Tuff-Lite Corp. showing sinter cake being discharged from two Dwight-Lloyd sintering machines.

12/06/2024

Winter shutdown provides a good opportunity for conveyor maintenance. Precision Pulley & Idler - PPI’s Tim Wolf offers recommendations for the inspection of pulleys, idlers and other components. (Photo: PPI)

PPI’s Tim Wolf offers recommendations for pulleys, idlers and other components.

12/05/2024

Tune in to the latest episode of Drilling Deeper, where P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski discuss the health of the industry while welcoming in several equipment manufacturers as guests to share their takes on the state of the industry nationwide.

In addition to aggregates, the guests discuss coal and precious metals, illustrating more broadly how crushed stone, sand and gravel producers are performing against other markets.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts! https://www.buzzsprout.com/2272771/episodes/16214861

12/04/2024

Cody Ladd, president and COO at Kraemer Mining & Materials, discusses the impact had on his market in 2024 and how it can ultimately affect a producer’s year. (Video: P&Q Staff)

12/04/2024

Take a look at some of latest available for your operation in washing, screening and excavating from Terex MPS, Franklin Electric, JCB and Superior Industries, Inc. (Photo: JCB)

Upgrade your operation with washing, screening and excavating equipment from Cedarapids, Franklin Electric Co., JCB and Superior Industries.