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

Nonbuilding construction starts grew 16 percent in November 2024. Photo: Bim/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

What the end of cars would mean for the aggregate industry

A New York Times opinion columnist makes a case for eliminating cars from New York City's roads. P&Q's Kevin Yanik explains why going this route is ultimately bad for the aggregate industry. Keep Reading

According to the National Bureau of Economic Research’s Business Cycle Dating Committee, a recession began in March of this year. Photo: claffra/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Redefining ‘recession’ and the case that it’s already over

A National Bureau of Economic Research committee strayed within recent weeks from the textbook definition of 'recession,' arguing that one began in March of this year. Dodge Data & Analytics' Richard Branch offers some perspective on the committee's rationale. Keep Reading

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Cedarapids names dealer in Western Canada

Frontline Machinery is now responsible for sales of the Cedarapids portable and modular product range. Keep Reading

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AGC: Construction employment up in 31 states, down in 18

Additionally, the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) warns that job losses will resume without federal funding. Keep Reading

If employers prefer to handle temperature checks, Conn Maciel Carey’s Nick Scala advises them to take employee and visitor temperatures before they step foot out of vehicles upon arrival. Photo: Wojciech Kozielczyk/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

The coronavirus, MSHA compliance and things you may have overlooked

Producers have a number of new considerations to make when it comes to Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) compliance, including potentially citable areas. Keep Reading

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What’s next for silica, air quality and other key issues?

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association provides clarity on the Trump administration’s regulatory agenda and where safety and health issues pertinent to the aggregate industry currently stand. Keep Reading

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New rule to speed up infrastructure approvals

The Trump administration’s final rule accelerating environmental reviews under the National Environment Policy Act drew praise from industry organizations and criticism from the president’s opponents. Keep Reading

With five of the nation’s 13 most populous cities residing in Texas, demand for construction materials in the Lone Star State is, not surprisingly, very high. Photo: Art Wager/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Biden reveals his plans for U.S. infrastructure

The Democratic presidential candidate unveiled a $2 trillion energy and infrastructure plan, offering details of it on the campaign trail. Keep Reading

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LiuGong expands dealer network in New Mexico

Easton Sales and Rentals, an earthmoving and heavy equipment rental firm in Albuquerque, New Mexico, was appointed as the LiuGong and Dressta equipment dealer for its market area. Keep Reading

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