An Inside Look

Aggregate producers feel the pressure from the community as they pursue permits or business opportunities. Photo by Joe McCarthy.

Combating the digital mob on permitting, zoning

Kevin Yanik Published May 15, 2019

P&Q's Kevin Yanik explores the challenges aggregate producers face when it comes to engaging the public on these key industry issues. Keep Reading

The top 20 sand and gravel producers in the nation accounted for nearly 270 million metric tons in 2016, USGS reports. Photo: Kevin Yanik

The ongoing transformation of the aggregate industry

Kevin Yanik Published Apr 10, 2019

P&Q'S Kevin Yanik details a busy first quarter and offers some perspective on the evolving aggregate industry. Keep Reading

While technology tends to pull job prospects to other industries, many aggregate producers have tech opportunities available that can lead to long-lasting careers. Photo: iStock.com/SeventyFour

Utilizing smart tech

Kevin Yanik Published Mar 8, 2019

P&Q's Kevin Yanik explores the positive impact the latest tech can have on aggregate operations. Keep Reading

New dynamics at play for aggregate producers

Kevin Yanik Published Feb 12, 2019

An Indiana producer details some of the new hurdles that are popping up to slow the pace of construction in his market. Keep Reading

The evolution of ROI

Kevin Yanik Published Jan 26, 2019

A conversation with McLanahan's George Sidney turns to the historical nature of how aggregate producers buy equipment – and what they value today when purchasing. Keep Reading

Combating NIMBY groups

Kevin Yanik Published Nov 1, 2018

A conversation with Memphis Stone & Gravel's Alan Parks sheds light on the tremendous challenges aggregate producers face when it comes to permitting. Keep Reading