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NSSGA’s Michael Johnson says discussion on the next federal infrastructure bill must begin now. Photo: EXTREME-PHOTOGRAPHER/E+/Getty Images

What’s ahead for the funding of roads, bridges

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s Michael Johnson discussed the state of highway funding at the 2024 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. Keep Reading

Says Vulcan Materials’ Frank Suarez: “2023 was a very good year for us. Our sales and operations teams worked to deliver value to our customers.” Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Reflecting on the 2023 construction materials market (Part 2)

During a second discussion at the Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, aggregate producers and equipment suppliers discussed 2023 materials demand and the impact of federal funding. Keep Reading

IRock Crushers’ Nate Russell (pictured in foreground): “We had a half dozen or so yellow iron dealers that had a massive influx of inventory from their primary supplier. It certainly put us in a unique position.” Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Reflecting on the 2023 construction materials market (Part 1)

As this year’s Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference discussions got underway, aggregate producers and equipment suppliers shared their assessments of 2023. Keep Reading

Says Chris Williams of Capital Aggregates: “[With] most technologies, as they become established, the price point for entry tends to come down as they emerge.” Photo: Neorodan/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Producers discuss the future of autonomy in aggregates

As large producers test autonomous haulers in quarries, small and midsized producers are eager to see if the technologies tested are viable. Keep Reading

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Quarry Faces: March 2024

Check out photos from P&Q’s travels — including a visit to the Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s Operations, Health & Safety Seminar and the Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. Keep Reading

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Episode 9: P&Q Roundtable (Part 2)

John Scepaniak of Wm. D. Scepaniak joined Kevin to discuss how the company fared in 2023, its approach to the workforce, what the company has seen in private construction of late and how it is handling inflation and pricing changes. Keep Reading

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How manufacturers are incorporating tech

Several equipment manufacturers who attended the 2024 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference detail what kinds of technology their companies are including in equipment offerings. Keep Reading

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Manufacturers discuss industry perception

Equipment suppliers discuss the steps they're taking to position their companies and the aggregate industry in a positive light. Keep Reading

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Episode 8: P&Q Roundtable (Part 1)

Thomas Haun with Turner Mining Group joins Kevin Yanik to discuss his experience over the years at the Roundtable, technology, and business and people management. Keep Reading

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