Editors’ Blog
Worker shortages, material prices impacting residential construction
Homebuilders say filling positions is currently among their top concerns, ranking third behind high lumber prices and regulatory burdens. Keep Reading
How much ‘infrastructure’ is in Biden’s infrastructure proposal?
Is President Biden's $2.3 trillion American Jobs Plan the long-awaited infrastructure victory the industry has been waiting for? Let's explore. Keep Reading
Rammer expansion coming along with new facility
Sandvik Mining & Rock Technology acquired Allied Construction products in 2020. Jonas Lindqvist explains what’s ahead for the market following the deal. Keep Reading
AEM: Manufacturers optimistic about the months ahead
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) shared findings of an equipment manufacturer survey, noting that increased demand has manufacturers optimistic that sales will increase or remain stable. Keep Reading
Presenting P&Q’s 2021 Start-Up Guide
Pit & Quarry's March 2021 print edition includes a special section devoted to spring start-up, but you can also check out the content online to prepare for the production season ahead. Keep Reading
Martin Stone Quarries donates to Pennsylvania school district
The aggregate producer donated $30,000 to the Foundation for Boyertown Education, supporting the local school district in Boyertown, Pennsylvania. Keep Reading
Komatsu, Proterra to develop all-electric excavator
Komatsu will utilize Proterra’s battery systems for the development of a proof-of-concept electric excavator in 2021, with commercial production expected to begin in 2023 or 2024. Keep Reading
What to watch in the weeks to come
P&Q will be keeping an eye on a couple of key developments early in 2021, including the aggregate industry's recovery and the prospects of an infrastructure bill. Keep Reading
AGC, Sage Construction release 2021 outlook
Contractors expect 13 of 16 market segments to shrink this year, according to a report from the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) and Sage Construction & Real Estate. Keep Reading
