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Kevin Yanik

Kevin Yanik is editor-in-chief of Pit & Quarry. He can be reached at 216-706-3724 or kyanik@northcoastmedia.net.

Rohr-Idreco debuts Hawk, Falcon dredges

Rohr-Idreco Dredge Systems developed the Hawk cutter suction dredge (CSD) model for dredging up to 45 ft., and the Falcon CSD for up to 65 ft. Keep Reading

GRT, Valley Rubber come together via acquisition

GRT Rubber Technologies acquired Valley Rubber, a manufacturer of custom rubber solutions for mining and industrial applications. Keep Reading

‘Acquiring’ labor as a solution

Labor is a significant impediment to aggregate producer growth, but mergers and acquisitions present a solution to this age-old industry problem. FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin explains why. Keep Reading

Is another big industry acquisition on the horizon?

Vulcan Materials and Martin Marietta both made sizable acquisitions in 2021. Could they – or another big aggregate producer – complete yet another 'thunderclap' deal anytime soon? Keep Reading

Johnson, Matson on hand for historic infrastructure bill signing

Michael Johnson of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association joined Darin Matson of Rogers Group on Monday at the White House as the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act was signed into law. Keep Reading

Biden chooses nominee to lead MSHA

President Biden finally selected a nominee who will head the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). His name is Chris Williamson. Keep Reading

Interesting dynamic slowing completion of M&A deals

Although construction materials mergers and acquisitions are up this year, a backlog of sorts is slowing the rate of dealmaking. Keep Reading

NAPA, PCA applaud House passage of infrastructure bill

The heads of the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) and Portland Cement Association (PCA) offered reaction to House passage of the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act. Keep Reading

House passes historic infrastructure bill in late-night vote

The $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill passed the House late Friday night. President Biden is expected to sign the measure into law. Keep Reading

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