Minnesota
Martin Marietta sets fourth-quarter records in building materials
Both aggregate shipments and pricing climbed in the fourth quarter, with Martin Marietta also detailing a December acquisition involving CRH. Keep Reading
Aggregate production rebounds after six-quarter slide
U.S. Geological Survey estimates show nationwide output rose 5 percent in the third quarter, driven by a 7 percent increase in crushed stone production. Keep Reading
Rogge Excavating increases production with new equipment
The contractor is reaping the benefits of incorporating a larger crushing plant into its operation. Keep Reading
Knife River acquires operations in Minnesota, Oregon
The company made two bolt-on, aggregate-led acquisitions that expand its presence in the central part of both states. Keep Reading
Volvo CE dealer expands coverage territory
As part of TransSource's new territory, it will offer Volvo CE articulated haulers, excavators, wheel loaders, compact equipment, rigid hauler and a variety of services. Keep Reading
Drilling Deeper Episode 40: John Scepaniak talks contract crushing, expanding the business and more
John Scepaniak, director of aggregate operations at WD Scepaniak, joins the show to discuss the nature of the contract crushing business and how his company is adapting in 2025 to meet the demands of the market. Keep Reading
EIW, RB Scott partner in Upper Midwest
RB Scott Co. now represents EIW (Eagle Iron Works) in Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Keep Reading
Knife River to acquire Strata in $454M deal
The acquisition will add 75 aggregate locations and 28 ready-mixed concrete plants to Knife River Corp.’s central segment. Keep Reading
Kobelco, RTL expand partnership in Iowa, Minnesota
RTL Equipment, which already offers cranes from Kobelco, now represents the manufacturer’s excavators in two states. Keep Reading