Editors’ Blog
Caterpillar, Champion Iron partner for advanced drilling technologies
Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of the technology that will be implemented on Cat equipment due to the company's upcoming partnership with Champion Iron. Keep Reading
What’s next for the infrastructure bill
Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik offers perspective on what’s happening in Washington, explaining how the $1 trillion Infrastructure & Investment & Jobs Act is now tied to a $3.5 trillion budget resolution. Keep Reading
The definition of ‘infrastructure’ somehow up for debate
Infrastructure has long been about things like roads and bridges. But the emergence of “human infrastructure” is now all the rage in Washington, where it's being pitted against "physical infrastructure." Keep Reading
Construction association launches climate change initiative
The Associated General Contractors of America detailed measures that are needed to lead to a more environmentally friendly built environment. Keep Reading
Barrett off and running with brand-new dredge
P&Q's Kevin Yanik offers a brief summary of the multimillion-dollar dredge project at Barrett Paving and why such a sizable capex project ultimately went forward last year. Keep Reading
Used equipment remains at a premium
An online auction hosted by Ritchie Bros. this month offered insight on current demand for used equipment. Keep Reading
LafargeHolcim partners on C&D materials study
LafargeHolcim, Geocycle and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are partnering on a $3.4 million project aimed at recovering and recycling construction and demolition (C&D) material. Keep Reading
Midwest contract crusher’s rapid growth continues
Darian Houssain of Pro Lawn shares the company's unique origins in this video, detailing how the company plowed through the pandemic's most trying months. Keep Reading
Reducing risks around conveyor systems
With powered haulage fatalities at a 15-year high, the Mine Safety & Health Administration is promoting best safety practices with equipment – including conveyor systems. Keep Reading
