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How Knife River is transforming industry training
The company’s Kris Latimer shares how in-cab cameras and other tools connect instructors with students – both on-site and across the nation. Keep Reading
Allied Rock’s Siegmund shares cautious optimism for 2026
President Andrew Siegmund reflects on a steady 2025, noting that interest rate relief and a boost in Oregon Department of Transportation funding could fuel stronger growth in the year ahead. Keep Reading
Inside the Knife River Training Center
P&Q paid a visit late this summer to the Knife River Training Center in Albany, Oregon, where senior director for training and development Kris Latimer provided a history of the state-of-the-art site and how it ultimately came to be. Keep Reading
Washington Rock Quarries president assesses 2025, looks ahead
Jonathan Hart shares his optimism for steady growth in Washington state as warehouse, highway and infrastructure projects advance – with added momentum possible if interest rates ease. Keep Reading
Navigating today’s business climate
Megan Tanel, president and CEO of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers, shares her perspective on the business environment shaping the equipment industry. Keep Reading
Factors affecting manufacturers, producers in 2025
P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski discuss how 2025’s tariffs are shaping equipment prices and impacting producers as they plan for 2026. Keep Reading
NSSGA preps for ConExpo 2026, Annual Convention at Chicago exhibitor meeting
The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) Jen Dugas details how last week’s meeting helped to set the stage for next year’s NSSGA Annual Convention in Las Vegas. Keep Reading
Quarry Faces: September 2025
Check out our gallery of photos from recent aggregate industry events. Keep Reading
Inside the evolving equipment auction market
Adam Cripps and Andrew Dillard of Purple Wave Auction share how equipment auctions are shifting in 2025 – and how producers are adapting. Keep Reading
