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Anderson Columbia’s Ronaldo dos Santos suggests safety training for experienced miners may need to focus less on basic hazard awareness and more on reinforcing attitudes, decision-making and procedural discipline. (Photo: PamElla Lee Photography)

How technology and training are shaping mine safety efforts

Industry leaders discussed equipment innovation, workforce onboarding and the importance of safety culture during last month’s Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. 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

Perspectives: Regional market dynamics reveal a varied landscape

Producers reflected on the 2025 production season and business environment at the 2026 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. Keep Reading

Evaluating mine safety post-COVID

Anderson Columbia’s Ronaldo Dos Santos discusses the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on mine safety and how industry companies – including his – are reinvigorating their programs with fresh approaches to training, modern technology and new strategies. Keep Reading

Cody Ladd (pictured at right) detailed a few areas where Kraemer Mining & Materials has made gains with AI. Capital Aggregates’ Chris Williams is seated next to Ladd. Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Producers discuss tech exploration, use at P&Q Roundtable

Four aggregate producers shared their experience of late adopting cutting-edge tech during a Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference panel discussion. Keep Reading

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