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P&Q Staff

Pit & Quarry magazine serves the aggregates mining industry with coverage of the equipment and technology used by producers of crushed stone, sand and gravel. The editorial staff covers the industry from the field, traveling thousands of miles each year to visit quarries, sand and gravel plants, and attend industry trade shows and conferences.

TACA chair Rich Szecsy discusses trends in Texas

From permitting to policy to people, Big Town Concrete’s Rich Szecsy shares how the Lone Star State’s producers are staying prepared for explosive growth. Keep Reading

What’s new in conveyor system equipment

Presenting developments from Argonics, ASGCO, COC Bearings, Deister, Dings, Luff Industries, SEW-Eurodrive and TerraSource. Keep Reading

Chapter 2: Geology & Site Selection | P&Q University Handbook

Chapter 2 explores the importance of understanding geology, deposit characteristics and location strategy to ensure efficient, sustainable and profitable operations. Keep Reading

Producers post mixed results in second quarter, although pricing gains continue

Get a rundown of the earnings reports from the industry’s publicly traded producers – including Vulcan Materials and Martin Marietta. Keep Reading

Perspectives: Why industry optimism persists

Despite workforce shortages and cost pressures, producers and suppliers are confident in infrastructure-driven growth. Keep Reading

Quarry Faces: September 2025

Check out our gallery of photos from recent aggregate industry events. Keep Reading

Drilling & Blasting | P&Q University Handbook

Chapter 3 covers the fundamentals of blast design, drilling techniques and explosives handling to achieve optimal fragmentation, efficiency and safety. Keep Reading

Perspectives: Industry leaders reflect on state of the industry

Producers, equipment suppliers and other industry stakeholders offer their latest takes as the industry reaches midsummer. Keep Reading

Quarry Faces: August 2025

Presenting a photo gallery based on P&Q’s latest travels and other industry developments. Keep Reading

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