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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

How mining education is evolving for a new generation

Aggregates are playing a larger role in mining education, and universities are responding. Virginia Tech’s Erik Westman explains how the shift is shaping student paths. Keep Reading

Big Town Concrete CEO on training, tech and what’s next

Big Town Concrete’s Rich Szecsy, who is currently chair of the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association, discusses how training is shaping the industry's next generation and where artificial intelligence might take concrete in the years ahead. Featured Photo: P&Q Staff… Keep Reading

VDG names sales rep for Southeast

Mike Clark brings more than 20 years of technical sales experience to VDG (Van der Graaf). Keep Reading

Rogers Group’s Pearman assesses AI and aggregates

Nick Pearman, senior director of operations service and support at Rogers Group, reflects on the state of AI in the industry and what the future may hold during an interview at the 2025 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. Keep Reading

Perspectives: Industry leaders reflect on state of the industry

Producers, equipment suppliers and other industry stakeholders offer their latest takes as the industry reaches midsummer. Keep Reading

VDG (Van der Graaf): GrizzlyDrive with VDG Oil Cooler/Conditioner

GrizzlyDrive® Series Drum Motors are built for demanding belt conveyor applications with high-quality, precision-made components. The premium-efficiency electric motor, gear reducer, and bearings are all bathed in oil, enclosed and protected inside the drive roller. The VDG Oil Cooling-Conditioning unit,… Keep Reading

VDG celebrates 40 years of manufacturing

VDG (Van der Graaf) held an open house at its manufacturing facility in Shelby Township, Michigan, to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Keep Reading

Developing a more tech-savvy workforce

Scott Alexander, senior vice president of aggregates at Summit Materials, dives into this topic during a conversation at the 2025 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference. Keep Reading

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