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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

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

Jack Kopanski Published Jul 24, 2025

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