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01/23/2025

Finlay launched the C-1550+ tracked cone plant as an evolution of its C-1550.

Says Matt Dickson, business line director at Finlay: “The C-1550+ combines increased production capacity with features that enable our customers to achieve more with less, all while ensuring safer, more streamlined operations.” (Photo: Finlay)

Finlay launched the C-1550+ tracked cone crushing plant as an evolution of the C-1550.

01/22/2025

Devon McKinney, a 15-year industry veteran, now serves as Superior Industries, Inc.'s product manager for portable plants. McKinney takes the place of Matt Voigt who has been promoted to director of product management.

Superior Industries named Devon McKinney the company’s product manager for portable plants. According to Superior, McKinney brings a wealth […]

01/21/2025

Motion Industries signed an agreement to acquire the operating assets of family-owned M.B. McKee Company in a deal expected to close at the end of January.

Motion Industries signed an agreement to acquire the operating assets of family-owned M.B. McKee Co. in a deal set to close at the end of January.

01/20/2025

Nors Construction Equipment Canada ST was named the exclusive dealer of Volvo Construction Equipment products in Manitoba, Canada, and acquired certain Volvo CE-related assets in a deal that closed in early January. (Photo: Volvo)

Nors Construction Equipment was named the exclusive dealer of Volvo CE equipment in Manitoba, Canada, and acquired certain Volvo CE-related assets in a deal that closed Jan. 1, 2025.

01/17/2025

The acquisition will add 75 aggregate locations and 28 ready-mixed concrete plants to Knife River Corporation’s central segment.

Says Strata chairman and CEO James Bradshaw: "I believe there is a great fit between Strata and Knife River. Both companies are strongly aligned with our cultures of putting people first and operating with integrity."

The acquisition will add 75 aggregate locations and 28 ready-mixed concrete plants to Knife River Corp.’s central segment.

01/16/2025

Luck Companies plans to develop new sites in four South Carolina counties and expand its two existing operations in the state. Find out more about the expansion. (Photo: Portable Plants Staff)

Luck Companies plans to develop new sites in four South Carolina counties and expand its two existing operations in the state.

01/14/2025

Learn how to ensure your crushing equipment remains up and running with maintenance tips from L&H Industrial's Patrick Weaver. (Photo: L&H Industrial)

Properly maintaining crushers and hydraulic breakers is crucial for increasing safety, cost savings and equipment uptime.

01/08/2025

JCB, John Deere and Yanmar Compact Equipment North America are among companies with new equipment and technology in and . See what they have to offer. (Photo: JCB)

JCB, John Deere and Yanmar Compact Equipment are among companies with new equipment and technology in loading and excavating.

01/06/2025

Check out innovations in portable plants from Cedarapids, a Terex Brand and SBM Mineral Processing GmbH. Plus, a crusher motor from ABB. (Photo: SBM Mineral Processing)

Presenting powerful portable plants from Cedarapids and SBM Mineral Processing. Plus, a crusher motor from ABB.

01/02/2025

Take a look at new equipment and technology in from Continental, Finlay and Screencore. (Photo: Finlay)

Take a look at new equipment and technology in conveying from Continental, Finlay and Screencore.

01/01/2025

We wish you all the best in 2025. Happy New Year from Portable Plants!

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12/30/2024

Tiredness on job sites can lead to a range of operational issues; therefore, it is essential to keep employees alert and focused. Learn steps contractors can take to minimize operator fatigue and heat stress. (Photo: andreswd / E+ / Getty Images)

Tiredness on job sites can lead to a range of operational issues; therefore, it is essential to keep employees alert and focused.

12/27/2024

When you examine a blow bar, it’s crucial to understand how deep the ceramic insert extends within the bar. The choice between standard and extended ceramic inserts – and knowing which ones are being used – can make a world of difference for blow bar maintenance. (Photo: Am Cast, Inc.)

The choice between standard and extended ceramic inserts – and knowing which ones are being used – can make a world of difference for blow bar maintenance.

12/26/2024

Several innovations have dominated the and world in recent years, and even more developments may be on the way. Superior Industries, Inc.'s John Bennington spoke with Portable Plants about how washing and classifying equipment and technology arrived to where it is today and what the future holds. (Photo: Superior Industries)

Several innovations have dominated the washing and classifying world in recent years, and even more developments may be on the way.

12/25/2024

Happy holidays from Portable Plants! Wishing you joy, peace, and prosperity this holiday season.

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12/24/2024

In the December edition of Portable Plants, columnist Nick Scala explores what changes the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) are likely to adopt under the upcoming Trump administration. Read more. (Photo: Maksim Safaniuk / iStock / Getty Images Plus / Getty Images)

Columnist Nick Scala explores what changes OSHA and MSHA are likely to adopt under the upcoming Trump administration.

12/23/2024

A host of factors, including lower interest rates, moderating inflation and steady growth in activity will provide tailwinds for and manufacturing in 2025. However, ripple effects from global tensions will also be felt. Find out what economists are predicting for the year to come. (Photo: Frank Armstrong/iStock / Getty Images Plus)

A bevy of positive factors domestically will provide tailwinds for construction and manufacturing in 2025, but ripple effects from global tensions will also be felt.

12/20/2024

2025 could be a strong year for growth in the industry, according to some producers and manufacturers.

Says Superior Industries, Inc.'s Riley Arndt: "Now that the election is behind us and interest rates have shown a positive outlook for continued reduction, we should see the market shift more toward buying versus renting processing equipment. With federal funding more in place for 2025 and 2026 and manufacturing lead times normalized, the future looks strong for construction aggregate materials."

Read additional insights from industry leaders. (Photo: Portable Plants Staff)

2025 offers producers and manufacturers an opportunity for continued success.