Drilling Deeper: A Pit & Quarry podcast

FMI Capital Advisors’ George Reddin and Ogletree Deakins’ Bill Doran caught up with P&Q’s Kevin Yanik at the 2026 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference to provide updates on the construction materials market and MSHA environment, respectively.Watch or listen to our one-on-one interviews with these P&Q contributors, as Reddin offers an assessment of construction markets, the M&A landscape and more. Doran, meanwhile, details what’s happening at the federal agency overseeing mine safety and health and what’s to come.Look for additional contributions from Reddin in the magazine, where he co-authors the Market Insights column. Doran is a regular Pit & Quarry contributor, too, crafting the monthly MSHA & The Law column.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski sits down with Karen Thompson, president of Haver & Boecker Niagara, to explore how smarter screening can transform an aggregate operation’s bottom line. Thompson breaks down key trends in screening efficiency and uptime, from predictive and preventative maintenance to the growing role of AI, automation and condition monitoring in helping producers optimize existing plants before making big capital investments. She details Haver & Boecker Niagara’s Pulse platform – including single-point vibration analysis and full condition monitoring – and how it delivers actionable, operation‑specific data that can catch issues such as misinstalled weight packages or failing bearings long before a catastrophic outage. Thompson also highlights the benefits of the company’s eccentric and F-Class screens, such as reduced structural vibration, constant stroke under surging loads, maintenance-friendly lock-bolted designs, improved energy efficiency and proven longevity. Along the way, she shares common screening pain points, what to evaluate when choosing screen media, equipment and diagnostic tools, and why talking to an expert and being open to new technology is the best way to future-proof your plant for the next decade of production. Listeners will come away with practical ideas to optimize their screening circuits today while planning for the next decade of production.There’s plenty more in this episode of “Drilling Deeper” that you won’t want to miss. Listen now!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

This episode takes listeners inside the 2026 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference, recorded on-site at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in Naples, Florida. Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski recorded this episode at the conclusion of the Roundtable to share key insights from aggregates industry leaders, as well as reflect on the conversations shaping the industry right now.The two co-hosts reflect on the content shared during the 2026 Roundtable from three event speakers: Evan Bender of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, Bill Doran of Ogletree Deakins and George Reddin of FMI Capital Advisors. This year’s speakers offered updates on highway funding, the Mine Safety & Health Administration and construction markets.Additionally, Kevin and Jack reflect on a Roundtable panel discussion that covered AI, automation and the future of operations. Episode 64 also features four Roundtable attendees as guests who share their latest industry observations. This episode’s guests include:• Ross Duff of Duff Quarry (14:08-29:17)• Kelan Moylan of TCI Manufacturing (29:17-42:07)• Cody Ladd of Kraemer Mining & Materials (42:42-58:34)• Michael Speech of Kemper Group (58:34-1:07:49)The episode wraps with a look at what’s to come on Episode 65 of Drilling Deeper later in April, when a special guest from Haver & Boecker Niagara joins the show.Drilling Deeper listeners can expect more coverage from the Roundtable in the weeks ahead on pitandquarry.com, as well as in the May edition of Pit & Quarry.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski sits down with PPI’s Tim Wolf to discuss the launch of Precision Composite Roller (PCR), a new composite idler roll option designed to tackle weight, corrosion and carryback challenges. Wolf explains how PCR delivers a 30 percent weight reduction while remaining fully load capable, with temperature stability that rivals steel and outperforms aluminum in both hot and cold climates. He also breaks down how the PCR fits seamlessly into PPI’s CEMA C5 and above product lines, giving producers a lightweight, corrosion-resistant, low-noise option that’s dimensionally interchangeable with existing rolls and compatible with both new builds and retrofits. Wolf walks through the engineering behind PCR – including welded construction with tight TIR control, high-quality ball bearings, proven labyrinth sealing and an outer rock shield that has logged more than a decade of global field use in mining, aggregate and port applications. The conversation explores key use cases where PCR shines, from large overland belts to portable plants where safer handling, easier maintenance and reduced carryback translate to more uptime and better belt health. Wolf also details PPI’s material options, such as GF HDPE (Georg Fischer high-density polyethylene), FRAS/SOF (fire-resistant, anti-static, oil-resistant formulation), UHMW (ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene) and dual-layer constructions. He also shares how producers should evaluate composite alternatives on performance, safety and total cost of ownership rather than price alone.Looking ahead, Wolf outlines the product’s rollout – from initial availability through PPI’s international partner to an upcoming Iowa factory launch, which will bring local production of CEMA C5 to CEMA F rolls. For producers planning their next upgrade or attending major industry events, this episode serves as a practical guide to where composite idlers fit in the market, what signals to look for that indicate it’s time to switch and how to engage PPI’s field engineers and sales team to trial the PCR and optimize conveyor performance.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

A high-energy ConExpo-Con/Agg is in the books. P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski sat down toward the very end of the five-day show to share their experiences and detail some of the trends that permeated throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center. In addition, P&Q welcomed seven guests into its booth to capture their ConExpo-Con/Agg perspective and what stood out. This episode’s guests include: • Matt Dibble, Dibble Equipment (10:33-13:44)• Stephen Woodcock, Dibble Equipment (13:44-14:46)• Randy Kunz, GeoLogic (14:46-17:19)• Ryan Pintar, Major (17:19-20:41)• Tomaso Veneroso, AMCAST (20:41-23:46)• Mark Krause, McLanahan Corp. (23:46-28:11)• Josh Swank, Philippi-Hagenbuch (28:11-35:28) Additionally, the magazine’s editors preview what you can expect on Episode 63, which will be available toward the end of March.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski sits down with Dominic Nasso and TJ Greene of Buffalo to talk about the company’s biggest ConExpo presence yet – and what that milestone says about where the brand is headed in 2026 and beyond. Nasso explains how Buffalo’s record-setting booth in Central Hall (#C31458) captures the brand’s evolution from a wire specialist to an all-encompassing solutions provider. He also previews what visitors can expect when they “Follow the Buffalo” at the show, including live product demos and a look at the TechSquad Roadshow.Greene walks through the debut of Bison DuraWeld, a new welded wire product line that complements Buffalo’s existing offerings and is designed to deliver added value to producers. The discussion explores how DuraWeld supports the company’s “Complete Solutions. One Buffalo.” philosophy, emphasizing fit-for-purpose recommendations, engineering support and longer-term collaboration with customers.The conversation closes with a look at how Buffalo’s growing depth in offering – from wear parts to modular screening systems – is influencing how producers think about efficiency, reliability and support in the field. For ConExpo attendees, the episode also serves as a practical guide to what they’ll find when they “Follow the Buffalo” to Booth #C31458.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

As the industry’s biggest trade show inches closer, Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski preview what’s coming to ConExpo-Con/Agg while offering an inside look at P&Q’s show lead-up – from virtual press conferences to the steady flow of equipment launches being shared with the magazine.This episode’s centerpiece is an in-depth interview with ConExpo-Con/Agg show director Dana Wuesthoff, who joins the show to offer an exclusive preview of the March 3-7 Las Vegas event. Wuesthoff shares how the show is shaping, what’s new this year compared with 2023, and what’s already taking place behind the scenes at the Las Vegas Convention Center.Wuesthoff also dives into the technology trends she expects to emerge on the show floor and explains what continues to set ConExpo-Con/Agg apart – and not just within construction and aggregates, but across the global trade show landscape.Following the interview, Yanik and Kopanski discuss other upcoming show highlights – including a planned Guinness World Record attempt on opening day and what P&Q will be up to across the five-day festivities.There’s so much more to find in this episode. You won’t want to miss it!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski sits down with Christian Kurasek, CFO of Pronto.ai, to discuss the company’s partnership with Heidelberg Materials and the producer’s recent milestone of 2 million tons hauled autonomously at a Texas quarry. Pronto and Heidelberg began their partnership in 2023 when Heidelberg began using Pronto’s autonomous haulage system (AHS) at its Bridgeport Quarry in Bridgeport, Texas. Then, in 2024, the producer deployed the AHS at its Lake Bridgeport Quarry in the same city. In early 2025, Heidelberg announced it was automating more than 100 trucks across its sites worldwide. Finally, at the start of this year, Heidelberg shared that in less than eight months, it had hauled 2 million tons autonomously at its Lake Bridgeport Quarry. In this interview, Kurasek discusses how Heidelberg came to partner with Pronto, what the collaboration has been like to this point and what this milestone means for the greater aggregates industry and future autonomous solutions. Additionally, Kurasek provides insights into the tech behind Pronto’s AHS, saying the company took a ground-up approach rather than attempting to scale down larger tech, and prioritized being “OEM agnostic” to fit into a wider variety of fleets. Kurasek goes on to talk about the future of autonomy in aggregates, touching on common misconceptions that remain about the technology, the barriers for small- to mid-size producers in utilizing the technology and what other pieces of equipment could be made autonomous moving forward. There’s so much more to find in this episode. You won’t want to miss it!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In the very first Drilling Deeper episode of 2026, Pit & Quarry editorial director Kevin Yanik and managing editor Jack Kopanski lay out 10 trends they’ll be watching closely in aggregates throughout 2026. Among the topics explored this episode are:• Autonomy. How it moves from pilot programs to commercial-ready systems• AI and connectivity. How AI, automation and telematics further take hold• Mergers and acquisitions. Who’s poised to buy this year, and what’s ahead for producer and manufacturer dealmaking• Construction’s key markets. What infrastructure, housing and data centers mean for demand• Safety and MSHA. What a higher fatality count in 2025 could signal for enforcement and prevention this year• Aggregate pricing and volumes. Whether pricing gains continue if volumes wobble• Mega-dealer growth. The ongoing push toward larger dealer footprints, with expanding territories and consolidation changing how equipment is sold and supported• Used equipment and rental. Why the secondary market becomes a shock absorber in uncertain conditions• Sustainability and electrification. What’s real, what’s marketing and what changes may be ahead• Workforce. How labor challenges evolve, and what it means for training, retention and safety Recorded Jan. 8 and released Jan. 13, the episode sets the agenda for the year ahead and tees up deeper conversations to come.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

As 2025 comes to a close, Drilling Deeper wraps up the year with one final episode that reflects on what shaped the aggregate industry over the past 12 months – and what’s already building momentum for 2026. Editorial director Kevin Yanik and managing editor Jack Kopanski open the show with year-end banter before diving into Pit & Quarry’s 16 most-read stories of 2025. From major equipment launches and autonomous equipment advancements to mergers and acquisitions, this episode revisits the headlines and trends that captured the industry’s attention and defined the year.Kevin and Jack also recap a busy fourth quarter that included a pair of state association meetings. The episode features insights from Matt Konjevich of Melvin Stone and Elliott Archibald of LJ Inc. and Supreme Manufacturing, who both share perspectives on market conditions, data center-driven demand and expectations for 2026.The episode closes with a look ahead to the year to come – including major industry events such as ConExpo-Con/Agg and a packed first-quarter travel schedule. Kevin and Jack also outline what listeners can expect from Drilling Deeper in the new year.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of Drilling Deeper, P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski sits down with Daniel Friedman, vice president of marketing at Eagle Crusher, to look at how “small” innovations are quietly reshaping the crushing and screening industry. Friedman explains why core crushing principles haven’t radically changed, yet refinements in metallurgy, manufacturing and wear parts are delivering meaningful gains in production, uptime and total cost of ownership.The conversation explores the industry’s gradual move from purely preventive to increasingly predictive maintenance, including how sensors, telematics and smarter algorithms help operators spot vibration and throughput issues before they become failures. Friedman also unpacks the pros and cons of consolidation among producers, manufacturers and emerging “mega dealers,” from better parts access to the loss of long-standing local relationships.Finally, Friedman highlights Eagle Crusher’s latest update to its Ultramax 1400-OC plant and the launch of the new Talon tracked line, which includes lighter open-rotor impactors, dual-power track plants and tracked stackers designed to meet changing job site needs while preserving the company’s manufacturing roots. He closes by previewing what attendees can expect to see from Eagle Crusher at ConExpo-Con/Agg 2026 in Las Vegas.You won’t want to miss this episode. Listen now!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Episode 55 of Drilling Deeper celebrates the arrival of the reimagined Pit & Quarry University – an expansive learning resource designed to guide newcomers and seasoned professionals alike through the fundamentals of stone, sand and gravel production. The new Pit & Quarry University is now available at pitandquarry.com/pqu, marking the first full update to the classic Pit & Quarry Handbook since 2014. With workforce development and training more critical than ever in aggregates, the 2025 edition arrives at a pivotal moment for aggregate producers. P&Q editorial director Kevin Yanik shares some history behind the legacy handbook in this episode, offering a behind-the-scenes view into how the 2025 edition ultimately came together. And to bring Pit & Quarry University content to life more fully, the show is joined by a special guest: Anthony Konya, CEO of Intercontinental Development, Konya Mining Company and DetX.  Konya, a globally recognized explosives engineer and mining leader, lends his deep experience across surface and underground operations to help unpack some of the most critical concepts in drilling and blasting. Konya tackles the “first transformative act” in quarrying, explaining why a blast sets the tone for everything that follows downstream. He explains how a well-designed shot can elevate production and equipment life, breaking down common fragmentation misconceptions while detailing how digital modeling, drones and modern QA/QC practices are reshaping evaluation and execution in the field.  Additionally, Konya shares lessons learned from real-world blasting challenges and offers advice for the next generation of drillers and blasters entering the industry.  Whether you're an experienced operator or new to aggregates, this episode – and the debut of the new Pit & Quarry University – offers a timely, in-depth guide to doing quarrying work safer, smarter and more efficiently than ever.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski break down 20 trends shaping the aggregate industry this year. With the new year approaching, Kevin and Jack step back from the daily headlines to look at the bigger picture influencing producers nationwide.They open with market and economic themes – including steady-yet-slightly lower aggregate volumes and the continued shift toward value over volume. Kevin and Jack touch on potential funding uncertainty coming in 2026, as well as what’s transpiring in the mixed residential and nonresidential construction markets.Technology and equipment trends take center stage, as well, with the discussion covering fast-moving developments in automation, AI, autonomous hauling, modular plant design, and stabilizing equipment supply chains.Operational and workforce trends round out the conversation, with Kevin and Jack exploring permitting challenges, reserve pressures, transportation shifts, labor shortages and the industry’s ongoing push for stronger safety outcomes.The episode closes with major 2025 headlines – from leadership changes to a major autonomous equipment milestone – plus a look ahead to upcoming shows.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," Pit & Quarry managing editor Jack Kopanski shares interviews from his recent travels to Vermillion, South Dakota, and a pair of stops in Missouri.In South Dakota, Jack stopped by the grand opening of Masaba's new steel fabrication facility. The 147,500-sq.-ft. building includes both fabrication and office spaces and is adjacent to the company's 211,000-sq.-ft. manufacturing facility. Masaba president Mike Krajewski talked with Jack during the event about the grand opening, how 2025 has been for Masaba and what the company is expecting in 2026.Also from the Masaba grand opening, Jack spoke with Bob Meyers with US Equipment Sales & Rentals, Kirby Cline with Masaba and Jared Riley with ICM Solutions. Along with Kirby, the pair of dealers talk about the current state of the aggregate industry and what might happen in 2026.From there, Jack traveled to Ozark, Missouri, to visit Capital Aggregates' Ozark Quarry. The quarry recently launched full production with a new crushing spread and a new asphalt plant. On site, Jack was joined by Chris Williams, vice president of operations at Capital Aggregates, who talked about what went into getting the quarry up and running. Additionally, Williams offers insights into the company's 2025 performance and what the coming year has in store.Finally, about two hours north, Jack stopped by another Capital Aggregates operation in California, Missouri. At the California Quarry, the company showed off a Metso mobile setup that has been running strong for more than 20 years. Kevin Nichols, safety director at the quarry, talked about what pieces the company has running, how to keep equipment efficient for so long and more.Interviews:Mike Krajewski: 4:44 – 9:47Bob Meyers: 14:04 – 15:56Kirby Cline: 15:57 – 18:11Jared Riley: 18:12 – 20:02Chris Williams: 25:46 – 29:06Kevin Nichols: 33:38 – 38:08You won't want to miss this jam-packed episode of "Drilling Deeper." Listen now!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Two equipment dealers join the show to break down what’s happening in the aggregate industry right now – and where things are headed in 2026.P&Q welcomes Gavin Cole, executive vice president of sales at Kirby-Smith Machinery, and Robert Krutsinger, vice president of sales at Brandeis Machinery, for dealer perspective on market conditions, technology trends and the ripple effects of tariffs.Listeners will hear:• How producers and dealers are navigating 2025• Where equipment and technology adoption – including autonomy and data-driven decision-making – is accelerating• Why tariffs on steel, manganese and other inputs are reshaping pricing, supply chains and buying behavior• Expectations for 2026 in key markets Additionally, co-hosts Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski offer industry updates, insights from recent travels and a look ahead at what’s to come for the magazine and the podcast.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In Episode 51 of Drilling Deeper, Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik takes listeners to the Pacific Northwest for a closer look at three producers shaping the region’s aggregate market. From Oregon to Washington, Kevin visits Allied Rock, Knife River and Washington Rock Quarries to capture fresh perspectives on operations, technology, workforce development and market trends. At Allied Rock, Andrew Siegmund discusses how the company continues to grow through strategic acquisitions and forward-thinking investments in automation. From the X-Rock and South Rock quarries in Oregon, Siegmund shares how Allied is navigating interest rate pressures, infrastructure funding challenges and the integration of AI-driven equipment to boost efficiency. The episode then moves to Albany, Oregon, for an inside look at the Knife River Training Center – a 230-acre campus redefining workforce development for the construction materials industry. Knife River’s Kris Latimer details how the facility’s massive indoor arena, simulation zones and advanced classrooms are preparing the next generation of operators for real-world jobsite conditions. Finally, listeners head north to Washington Rock Quarries, where Jonathan Hart reflects on the company’s 35-year history, its role in serving major Pacific Northwest markets, and the optimism he sees for the region’s construction outlook. It’s a jam-packed episode offering a boots-on-the-ground perspective from some of the industry’s most forward-focused producers. For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of Drilling Deeper, P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski sits down with Elliott Tribble, director of aggregate at General Kinematics, to explore the evolving landscape of aggregate production and the technology reshaping it today. Tribble shares his boots-on-the-ground perspective on matching screen design to site-specific needs, meeting increasingly tight customer specifications and tackling sticky material and throughput challenges with tailored solutions. Hear first-hand accounts of how General Kinematics collaborates with producers to optimize performance, including success stories where plant efficiency and uptime were dramatically improved through application-specific equipment and tuning. Listeners will get an insider’s look at the company’s commitment to supporting producers with a blend of engineering know-how and hands-on service that sets them apart. Tribble highlights how vibration monitoring and predictive maintenance are changing plant management, and previews General Kinematics’ plans for ConExpo-Con/Agg 2026.There’s plenty more to hear in this episode. Listen now!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

The next ConExpo-Con/Agg is less than six months away, and equipment manufacturers have their show plans in motion. A late-summer meeting in Chicago brought ConExpo-Con/Agg manufacturers and others together to capture the latest exhibiting best practices – and P&Q’s Jack Kopanski was there to capture the energy and perspective.In this episode, Jack visits with seven guests – including Megan Tanel (Association of Equipment Manufacturers), Jen Dugas (National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association), Kerri Green (Purple Wave Auctions), Anna Semonco (Conn-Weld Industries), Daniel Friedman (Eagle Crusher), Mary Erholtz (Superior Industries) and Matt Graves (Wirtgen Group/Kleemann). P&Q’s guests share their excitement for ConExpo-Con/Agg 2026, teasing their show plans while touching on the health of the industry leading up to the March 3-7 trade show.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," Travis Chewning, vice president of engineering and operational support at Luck Stone, and Dr. Erik Westman, professor of mining and materials engineering at Virginia Tech, join the show to discuss the "Built for the Mine" program.In their conversation with P&Q editor-in-chief Kevin Yanik, Chewning and Westman spotlight how the "Built for the Mine" program – a collaboration between Luck Stone and Virginia Tech – is preparing the next generation of mining and aggregate professionals.This episode explores how the program’s inaugural forum united producers, vendors, academics and students to discuss fast-evolving technologies like automation, AI, precision drilling and autonomous hauling, as well as how these advances are reshaping the industry’s future. Chewning and Westman share how workforce development, hands-on learning and modern curriculum are crucial to meeting industry needs. They also share how the forum sparked new ideas, inspired students and provided actionable insights.The conversation highlights the importance of industry partnerships, the growing influence of aggregates in mining education and the program’s role in expanding career paths for students nationwide. You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Listen to it now!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In this episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski team up for a deep dive into the nation’s No. 1 aggregate–producing state: Texas.  Their guest, Rich Szecsy, CEO of Big Town Concrete and chair of the Texas Aggregates & Concrete Association, offers an inside look at the unprecedented growth fueling demand for construction materials across the Lone Star State.Szecsy explains how Texas’s surging population, robust infrastructure investment and business-friendly climate are creating incredible opportunities and unique challenges for producers. The conversation covers everything from sustainably meeting skyrocketing demand to navigating regulation, workforce development and technology adoption – including automation, AI and digitalization.With firsthand insight from one of the industry’s most respected voices, this episode captures why Texas is setting the pace for aggregates and concrete production nationwide, and how producers can keep up in one of the fastest-growing construction markets in the world.__________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you to our show sponsor, Kemper Equipment.EastRock Solutions is now part of the Kemper Group – and together, they’re raising the bar on parts availability, equipment solutions and turnkey plant design. From the pit to the stockpile, Kemper Group has got your operation covered. To learn more, visit kemperequipment.com or call (610)-273-2066.__________________________________________________________________________________________For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Steve Fuller, founder of the Steve Fuller Company, joins this episode of Drilling Deeper. Fuller’s company focuses on helping organizations continually improve their safety culture through coaching, advising, mentoring and training.In this episode, Fuller zeroes in on safety within the aggregate industry. He draws from more than 20 years of experience in safety and operational leadership roles, and shares his approach to safety consulting. Fuller touches on the importance of building relationships, how to address high turnover and seasonality, and tailoring safety messages to the realities on job sites.Additionally, Fuller provides insight into fatigue management, heat stress and the broader evolution of safety from a priority to a foundational value in aggregates and beyond. He offers practical advice for contractors, supervisors and company leaders on motivating teams, assessing safety culture and implementing core safety fundamentals to ensure everyone goes home safely every day. If you want more from Fuller, check out his monthly safety column “Going Home Safely, Every Day” in Pit & Quarry and on pitandquarry.com.__________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you to our show sponsor, Kemper Equipment.EastRock Solutions is now part of the Kemper Group – and together, they’re raising the bar on parts availability, equipment solutions and turnkey plant design. From the pit to the stockpile, Kemper Group has got your operation covered.  To learn more, visit kemperequipment.com or call (610)-273-2066.__________________________________________________________________________________________For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Eric Gaus, chief economist of Dodge Construction Network, joins the show to give an update on the economy and the construction industry midway through 2025, as well as a look ahead to the second half of the year.Gaus offers insights into the economy as a whole, including the impact headwinds such as tariffs and interest rates have had, how the construction industry has fared through the first six months of the year and the current state of the industry workforce.Also in this episode, Gaus breaks down the performance of the nonresidential, residential and nonbuilding subsectors. Additionally, he gives an update on funding from the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act and if another infrastructure bill might be on the horizon.Finally, Gaus offers contractors, developers and investors advice as they plan for the rest of 2025 and 2026. __________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you to our show sponsor, Kemper Equipment.EastRock Solutions is now part of the Kemper Group – and together, they’re raising the bar on parts availability, equipment solutions and turnkey plant design. From the pit to the stockpile, Kemper Group has got your operation covered.  To learn more, visit kemperequipment.com or call (610)-273-2066.__________________________________________________________________________________________For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In the latest episode of Drilling Deeper, hosts Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski shine a spotlight on one of Pit & Quarry’s most anticipated magazine editions of the year: The Dealer Issue. Now in its seventh year, P&Q’s Dealer Issue explores the vital role equipment dealers play across the aggregate industry’s supply chain.Kevin and Jack dive into this year’s four dealer-centric stories, which include in-depth coverage on tariffs and equipment supply – plus insights from a standout project at Gila River Sand & Gravel.Also, joining the episode as featured guests are two industry dealers:•  Rock Machinery president Bryant Fazer shares his perspective on how labor shortages are driving producers to upsize mobile spreads, how tariffs are influencing purchasing decisions and what real-world challenges the industry is facing in global sourcing and supply chain uncertainty.•  Crush Mode president Micah Tysver presents a look at where the industry stands in 2025, offering commentary on portable versus stationary plants, the staying power of rental models, and how customers are navigating high interest rates while remaining open to new business strategies like leasing.From reshoring strategies to tariff-induced hesitation, Episode 44 of Drilling Deeper dives into the pressures and opportunities equipment dealers face in today’s market. It’s an essential listen for anyone invested in how distribution and dealer dynamics are shaping the industry.__________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you to our show sponsor, Kemper Equipment.EastRock Solutions is now part of the Kemper Group – and together, they’re raising the bar on parts availability, equipment solutions and turnkey plant design. From the pit to the stockpile, Kemper Group has got your operation covered.  To learn more, visit kemperequipment.com or call (610)-273-2066.__________________________________________________________________________________________For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski is joined by VDG’s Matt Lepp. The duo take a deep dive into the current state of the market and the challenges facing the industry today, as well as VDG’s experiences navigating the economic landscape so far in 2025.Lepp, technical account sales manager for the heavy industry at VDG, offers a look at the broader economic state, exploring how recent tariffs are impacting operations and what’s behind ongoing supply chain disruptions and labor shortages. These challenges set the stage for a closer look at VDG’s unique approach to overcoming industry hurdles.Listeners will get an inside look at VDG’s backstory, their commitment to local manufacturing and the real-world benefits their GrizzlyDrive drum motors provide – including reduced energy costs, lower maintenance needs and improved safety. Lepp also highlights how the GrizzlyDrive series is shaping the future of the industry through innovative technology.Hear several first-hand accounts about how VDG’s drum motor has aided in operators’ success. Partners like Carmeuse, whose engineers embraced new technology to stay ahead, and mobile plant OEMs such as Masaba, Mellott and Terex are streamlining plant designs with VDG drives. Additionally, discover how Morton Salt transformed its Bahamas plant by embracing VDG solutions to address maintenance and staffing challenges in a remote setting.Whether you’re an industry veteran or just curious about the latest in drive technology, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical examples. Don’t miss it!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Rob Duke, founder of Armada Materials, joins the show to discuss the origins and growth of his rapidly emerging company. Launched through the 2023 acquisition of Volunteer Materials in Tennessee, Armada has since completed a couple of smaller deals as it builds out its platform in the aggregates industry.Duke pulls back the curtain this episode on Armada’s merger and acquisition activity, offering insights into the company’s expansion strategy and what’s driving its momentum.Beyond the company’s backstory, Duke reflects on the state of the market at the midpoint of 2025. He also shares his personal journey into the aggregates space, his perspective on the evolving M&A landscape, and the one business challenge that consistently keeps him up at night.__________________________________________________________________________________________Thank you to our show sponsor, Kemper Equipment.EastRock Solutions is now part of the Kemper Group – and together, they’re raising the bar on parts availability, equipment solutions and turnkey plant design. From the pit to the stockpile, Kemper Group has got your operation covered.  To learn more, visit kemperequipment.com or call (610)-273-2066.__________________________________________________________________________________________For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” PPI’s Allen Mathes joins P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski to provide insights into the latest developments in the pulley market, the basics of wing pulley use and the history of PPI’s pulley designs. Mathes, a sales manager at PPI, kicks off the conversation by diving into the “when” and “why” of wing pulley use. He explains the benefits wing pulleys provide, specifically outlining the way wing pulleys prevent damage to the tail side of belts.He goes on to explain what has made angled wings so popular of late. Some of the most desirable traits angled wings offer, as Mathes says, are their ability to self-clean as they spin, better tracking as they treat a belt more like a drum pulley, less noise and vibration, and less obstruction.Later in the interview, Mathes shares how the modern-day PPI herringbone wing (HBW) pulley came to be. The initial design of the HBW came in an effort to tackle the aforementioned issues. PPI offers a broad range of HBW pulleys, with its traditional offering featuring a drum pulley base, and another version that has a round contact bar welded to the top of it. From there, customers sought out smaller versions of the company’s pulleys and PPI responded with another version – the plate herringbone wing – that also features a contact bar welded to the wing. Larger versions are also available.Mathes then compares the traditional HBW pulley and the plate wing pulley and outlines when an operator might be better served by one than the other. One deciding factor is the diameter differences between HBW and plate wing pulleys and the resulting wear rates.As successful as PPI has been with its pulleys to this point, the company is always looking to improve. Mathes says PPI is continually working to identify different problems and how it can solve them. He also shares the range of products PPI offers to serve numerous purposes. As he puts it, “anything that the best touches on a belt conveyor, that’s what we do.”There is plenty of valuable information in this episode. You won’t want to miss it!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

John Scepaniak, director of aggregate operations at WD Scepaniak, joins the show to discuss the nature of the contract crushing business and how his company is adapting in 2025 to meet the demands of the market. Scepaniak also shares how WD Scepaniak is venturing to new parts of the U.S. outside of its home state of Minnesota, and he details his personal approach to recruiting and building up the company’s workforce. Additionally, P&Q’s discussion with Scepaniak touches on some of his unique business ventures outside the industry – including agriculture and commercial real estate.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” Peter Brewitt and Magnus Skörvald with Weir sit down with P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski to discuss the company’s latest offerings and provide an update on the North American sand and aggregate market. Brewitt, global product manager of sand and washing at Weir, and Skörvald, the company’s global product owner for crushers, offer their insights on how the sand and aggregate market in North America is experiencing strong growth. The pair points to urbanization and an increased focus on recycling construction and demolition waste as a buoy for this growth. They also note the shift they have seen from natural sand to manufactured sand due to the declining availability of natural resources.Also discussed in this episode is Weir’s holistic, end-to-end solutions; the company’s comprehensive product portfolio; and its focus on service and customer support. Weir prides itself on offering equipment that spans the entire production flow, including ground engagement tools, crushing, screening, washing, fines removal, sludge treatment and tailings management. To support these offerings, Weir works with customers at the earliest stages to understand their specific needs and optimize the entire process.Additionally, hear about Weir's focus on innovation, technology, and sustainability initiatives. While some aggregate producers remain hesitant to change, Brewitt and Skörvald say there is an increasing openness to adopting new, more efficient and sustainable technologies.Finally, learn how Weir is leveraging well-known brands such as WARMAN pumps, ENDURON screens, CAVEX cyclones and LINATEX rubber to deliver high-quality, integrated systems. With these technologies, Weir is advancing its product lines and emphasizing efficiency, safety and environmental performance.Learn more about the company at www.global.weir.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Pit & Quarry caught up with an assortment of industry leaders at AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo, including Capital Aggregates’ Jamie Jones, Wm. D. Scepaniak’s John Scepaniak, Rogers Group’s Thabiso Bolebano, Machinery Partner’s Clement Cazalot, Philippi-Hagenbuch’s Josh Swank, Major’s Ian Edwards, Wingfield Scale’s Dan Caine and Dodge Industrial’s Nick Roseto.This episode’s guests reflect on their AGG1 2025 experience while sharing what they saw and heard on the trade show floor at America’s Center Convention Complex in St. Louis.Additionally, co-hosts Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski of Pit & Quarry present their own recap of AGG1. They also reflect on the 2025 Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which ushered in EccoFab’s Gerry Bauer, Ron DeDiemar, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill and Symons Brothers Co.’s Edgar B. Symons as the newest members.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

 In this episode of “Drilling Deeper,” managing editor Jack Kopanski is joined by Kevin Hambrice and Don Ruppert of TerraSource to discuss the company’s latest equipment and technology developments, as well as how TerraSource has continued to grow in recent years.Hambrice, CEO of TerraSource, kicks off the interview by discussing the role legacy brands under the TerraSource umbrella (Gundlach Crushers, Jeffrey Rader and Pennsylvania Crusher) play in the company’s overall success. Additionally, Hambrice dives into TerraSource’s 2023 addition of Elgin Separation Solutions and its 2024 acquisition of Peninsula Iron Works. Then, Ruppert, global director at TerraSource, shares the company’s plans for AGG1, highlighting the innovations TerraSource will have on display in St. Louis. Hambrice and Ruppert also share how the company has been taking customer feedback to enhance its predictive monitoring and preventative maintenance offerings.There’s plenty more to hear in this episode. Check it out now!For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Nick Pearman, senior director of operations service and support at Rogers Group, joins the show to explore a variety of equipment and technology topics.  Pearman dives into autonomous hauling and what Rogers Group is watching on this front. He also discusses industrywide AI opportunities, trends like digitalization and electrification, and how underground mine technology is a space the company is watching.Additionally, Pearman offers his view of the business environment around aggregates, detailing factors that should ultimately determine how producers fare in 2025. Nick Pearman Interview: 4:07 – 29:20For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In this episode of "Drilling Deeper," three members of the Buffalo (formerly Buffalo Wire Works) leadership team join P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski to discuss the company's equipment and technology offerings, plans for AGG1 and much more.Hear from Joe Abramo (chairman and CEO), Max Davis (president) and Christine Abramo (vice president of business development and marketing). The trio dives into the history of the company and how it operates as a "156-year-old startup," as well as what the future holds for the company and its recent decision to rebrand as "Buffalo."Later in the interview, you'll hear about the company's tech squad and product suite and how Buffalo is positioning itself as more than a wire company. Finally, Joe, Max and Christine share what AGG1 attendees can expect to find at their booth in March in St. Louis.For more information about anything you hear in this episode, email [email protected], visit www.buffalowire.com or find them on LinkedIn. For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Special bonus episode: Evan Bender, director of government affairs at the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA), sat down with P&Q’s Kevin Yanik at the 2025 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference to discuss the political landscape and what’s ahead for the industry as it relates to the new Trump administration and the 119th Congress. Bender details what’s next for the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, as well as what could transpire in Washington leading into September 2026 when the five-year infrastructure bill expires.Additionally, Bender reflects on the Congressional Aggregates Caucus and the ROCKS Act working group, highlighting the value each is expected to provide the industry. He touches on the workforce and what might be in the works to address this ongoing industry challenge, as well as respirable crystalline silica and how NSSGA is advising aggregate producers before enforcement of the new Mine Safety & Health Administration rule begins in April 2026.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Richard Luck, who was named president of Luck Companies in November, joined the magazine early this year to discuss a variety of topics pertaining to his company.Luck shares his experience growing up in the family business while detailing the yearslong efforts that prepared him for his new role. Luck also reflects on his short- and long-term goals for Luck Companies and how a new generation of leadership is in place alongside him at the company.Additionally, Luck discusses the company’s autonomous hauling project with Caterpillar, how the company is keeping up with digitalization, what safety means to him, and which markets Luck Companies will focus on in the coming years.Richard Luck Interview: 3:13-45:08For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Douglas-Rulmeca president Paul Ross pays P&Q a visit to share company updates. Ross offers a behind-the-scenes view on Rulmeca's 2023 acquisition of Douglas while providing insights about maximizing conveyor performance.Additionally, hear from Ross about Douglas-Rulmeca’s new idler plant in Pell City, Alabama. Learn about the new PSV idler, how Douglas-Rulmeca aims to achieve a stronger global supply chain, and more.For more information about anything you hear in this episode, email [email protected] or visit www.douglasmanufacturing.comFor 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Chris Williamson, assistant secretary of the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) joins the show as a special guest to look back on his two and a half years heading the agency that develops and enforces safety and health rules for all U.S. mines. With Jan. 20 being his last day at MSHA, Williamson touches on the agency’s respirable crystalline silica rule and how technology can play a role in curbing mining accidents. He also discusses what’s driving the most serious accidents and how the industry and MSHA can work together to promote mining’s benefits.Timestamps: Chris Williamson Interview: 3:45 - 27:50For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

The 2024 year-end episode of “Drilling Deeper” welcomes in two leaders from the aggregate industry’s producer ranks: John Sather, vice president of aggregates at Utah-based Whitaker Construction; and Cody Ladd, president and COO of Minnesota-based Kraemer Mining & Materials. Sather discusses a variety of topics during his visit, including the regulatory environment, solutions to workforce challenges, Whitaker Construction’s ESOP (employee stock ownership plan) model, and what’s driving construction materials demand in Salt Lake City. Ladd, meanwhile, touches on how Kraemer Mining & Materials fared in 2024, as well as the role inclement weather plays in aggregates. Additionally, Ladd discusses the positive pricing momentum the industry has experienced in the last couple of years, as well as the rate of growth that he sees as the most sustainable.Timestamps:John Sather Interview: 4:39 – 23:57Cody Ladd Interview: 30:46 – 43:03For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Sunrock chairman Bryan Pfohl and COO Zach Satterwhite visit with P&Q to share their company’s story. Celebrating Sunrock’s 75th anniversary in 2024, Pfohl and Satterwhite discuss the company’s shift four decades ago from New York to the Tar Heel State; the growth of the market in Raleigh, North Carolina; why Sunrock integrated vertically over the years; and what the future holds.Timestamps:Bryan Pfohl & Zach Satterwhite Interview: 6:39 – 36:47For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

With 2024 nearing a close, P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski discuss the health of the industry at this point in time while welcoming in several equipment manufacturers as guests to share their takes on the state of the industry nationwide.Some of our guests this episode not only share insights on the state of aggregates, but they offer views of what’s happening in coal and precious metals, illustrating more broadly how crushed stone, sand and gravel producers are performing against other mining markets.Timestamps: Garry Baldwin (Regal Rexnord): 9:00 – 11:45Jim Chamberlain (Philippi-Hagenbuch): 11:45 – 16:14Stephane Giroudon (Montabert): 16:14 – 18:35Kirby Cline (Masaba): 18:35 – 25:42Karen Thompson (Haver & Boecker Niagara): 25:42 – 30:24For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Five guests join the podcast this week to discuss what’s transpiring across the industry with digitalization, electrification and other areas. Hear from leaders at Haver & Boecker Niagara, Masaba, Montabert, Philippi-Hagenbuch and Regal Rexnord.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On the latest episode of "Drilling Deeper," Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by Bibhrajit Halder and Christian Kurasek.Halder, with Safe AI, and Kurasek, with Pronto.ai, discuss what developments are happening in the world of autonomous hauling. You won't want to miss these interviews.Listen to the latest episode of Drilling Deeper now!Timestamps:Bibhrajit Halder: 4:36 – 15:54Christian Kurasek: 17:00 – 37:24-----Do you have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski discusses what is ahead for each construction sector for the rest of 2024 and into 2025.Jack is joined by Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America; Richard Branch, chief economist at Dodge Construction Network; and Zack Fritz, COO of Sage Policy Group and economist at the Associated Builders & Contractors. The trio of economists break down factors affecting nonresidential, residential and nonbuilding construction, as well as how they expect each sector to perform in the coming months. Timestamps:Nonresidential construction: 2:02 – 11:25Nonbuilding construction: 12:40 – 17:53Residential construction: 19:35 – 21:47To hear part one of Jack's conversation with Ken, Richard and Zack, click here!You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Give it a listen now!-----Do you have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On the latest episode of "Drilling Deeper," Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski discuss what transpired at MINExpo International 2024 in Las Vegas. The two are joined on the show floor by several guests who discuss their show experience. Hear from Christian Kurasek (Pronto.ai), Bibhrajit Halder (SafeAI), Jim Chamberlain (Philippi-Hagenbuch), Garry Baldwin (Regal Rexnord), Kirby Cline (Masaba), Karen Thompson (Haver & Boecker Niagara) and Stephane Giroudon (Montabert). Guests this episode share their MINExpo experience and what stood out on the trade show floor.Timestamps:Christian Kurasek: 2:56 – 5:13Bibhrajit Halder: 5:13 – 6:32Jim Chamberlain: 6:32 – 8:35Garry Baldwin: 8:35 – 10:17Kirby Cline: 10:17 – 11:30Karen Thompson: 11:30 – 13:52Stephane Giroudon: 13:52 – 16:12You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Give it a listen now!-----Do you have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski discusses the latest economic developments and how they are impacting construction and aggregates. Jack is joined by Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America; Richard Branch, chief economist at Dodge Construction Network; and Zack Fritz, COO of Sage Policy Group and economist at the Associated Builders & Contractors. The trio of industry economists break down the current state of the construction workforce, what's happening with interest rates and inflation, and how those factors are affecting the industry. Timestamps: Workforce discussions: 4:36 – 13:05Current state of inflation, interest rates: 14:26 – 22:22How inflation, interest rates are affecting construction: 23:29 – 28:59You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Give it a listen now!-----Thank you to our show sponsor, TCI Manufacturing! Celebrating 25 years of excellence in 2025, TCI Manufacturing embodies the promise of "Concepts to Reality" as the industry's leading aggregate resource. TCI specializes in precision-engineered, custom-fabricated steel products, committed to delivering top-quality, strength, and precision in every project. Learn more at www.tcimfg.com.-----Have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've ben dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts. -----Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Syntron Material Handling! With more than 140 years of bulk material handling experience, Syntron Material Handling is a recognized industry leader that provides innovative engineering solutions, high-performance products, and superior customer service. Syntron offers solutions in conveying, feeding, screening, elevating, vibratory flow aids, and mining controls of bulk product. For more information, visit syntronmh.com.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

LJ Inc. vice president Tracy Slieff joins P&Q on the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” visiting with editor-in-chief Kevin Yanik to discuss developments in dredging – including opportunities with autonomy and AI.Slieff details how automation is broadly impacting aggregate operations in 2024, laying out a vision for how technology will make producers more efficient in the years to come. Additionally, Slieff reflects on LJ Inc.’s 2024 acquisition of Supreme Manufacturing and what’s ahead for the companies. Timestamps: Tracy Slieff interview: 4:25-31:25You won't want to miss this episode of “Drilling Deeper.” Give it a listen now!-----Thank you to our show sponsor, TCI Manufacturing! Celebrating 25 years of excellence in 2025, TCI Manufacturing embodies the promise of "Concepts to Reality" as the industry's leading aggregate resource. TCI specializes in precision-engineered, custom-fabricated steel products, committed to delivering top-quality, strength, and precision in every project. Learn more at www.tcimfg.com.-----Have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Syntron Material Handling! With more than 140 years of bulk material handling experience, Syntron Material Handling is a recognized industry leader that provides innovative engineering solutions, high-performance products, and superior customer service. Syntron offers solutions in conveying, feeding, screening, elevating, vibratory flow aids, and mining controls of bulk product. For more information, visit syntronmh.com.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

George Reddin and Rob Mineo of FMI Capital Advisors join P&Q on the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” providing a 2024 midyear update on the performance of the construction materials industry – including aggregates, asphalt and ready-mixed concrete.Reddin and Mineo discuss the current state of these construction markets, reflecting on pricing trends, materials demand, the impact of weather on the industry, and more. Additionally, Reddin and Mineo discuss merger and acquisition (M&A) activity within the market and how companies are adapting to meet today’s growth expectations.Timestamps:George Reddin & Rob Mineo interview: 4:29 – 31:29You won't want to miss this episode of “Drilling Deeper.” Give it a listen now!-----Thank you to our show sponsor, TCI Manufacturing! Celebrating 25 years of excellence in 2025, TCI Manufacturing embodies the promise of "Concepts to Reality" as the industry's leading aggregate resource. TCI specializes in precision-engineered, custom-fabricated steel products, committed to delivering top-quality, strength, and precision in every project. Learn more at www.tcimfg.com.-----Have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Syntron Material Handling! With more than 140 years of bulk material handling experience, Syntron Material Handling is a recognized industry leader that provides innovative engineering solutions, high-performance products, and superior customer service. Syntron offers solutions in conveying, feeding, screening, elevating, vibratory flow aids, and mining controls of bulk product. For more information, visit syntronmh.com.For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are back with another episode of "Drilling Deeper."On this episode, hear from Peckham Industries CEO Damian Murphy and general manager Gregory Peckham. Murphy and Peckham joined Yanik to discuss the company's centennial celebration, the role of the family business in America, and the value the industry provides to every community nationwide.Timestamps:Damian Murphy & Gregory Peckham: 5:25 – 32:27You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Give it a listen now!-----Thank you to our show sponsor, TCI Manufacturing! Celebrating 25 years of excellence in 2025, TCI Manufacturing embodies the promise of "Concepts to Reality" as the industry's leading aggregate resource. TCI specializes in precision-engineered, custom-fabricated steel products, committed to delivering top-quality, strength, and precision in every project. Learn more at www.tcimfg.com.-----Have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Syntron Material Handling! With more than 140 years of bulk material handling experience, Syntron Material Handling is a recognized industry leader that provides innovative engineering solutions, high-performance products, and superior customer service. Syntron offers solutions in conveying, feeding, screening, elevating, vibratory flow aids, and mining controls of bulk product. For more information, visit syntronmh.com.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In this episode, Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by Ian Edwards of Major and Matt Dibble of Dibble Equipment. Major, a manufacturer of high-vibration screen media, established a dealer partnership with Dibble Equipment at the start of 2024. Now, Dibble Equipment represents Major in New Jersey and New York. On this episode, Edwards and Dibble discuss how the Major-Dibble Equipment partnership came about, what equipment manufacturers and dealers typically look for in a working relationship, how the companies have fared thus far, and what the future holds for each company. Timestamps:Edwards & Dibble: 6:51 – 28:18You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Listen now!-----Thank you to our show sponsor, TCI Manufacturing! Celebrating 25 years of excellence in 2025, TCI Manufacturing embodies the promise of "Concepts to Reality" as the industry's leading aggregate resource. We specialize in precision-engineered, custom-fabricated steel products, committed to delivering top-quality, strength, and precision in every project. Learn more at www.tcimfg.com-----Have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Syntron Material Handling! With more than 140 years of bulk material handling experience, Syntron Material Handling is a recognized industry leader that provides innovative engineering solutions, high-performance products, and superior customer service. Syntron offers solutions in conveying, feeding, screening, elevating, vibratory flow aids, and mining controls of bulk product. For more information, visit syntronmh.com.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

In the latest episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by Chris Baron of Goodfellow Corporation. Baron discusses how the company emphasizes growth in markets it currently serves, Goodfellow's relationships with Astec and CDE, the benefits of doing custom designs on-site, and much more.Timestamps:Chris Baron: 3:50 – 23:37You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Listen now!-----Thank you to our show sponsor, TCI Manufacturing! Celebrating 25 years of excellence in 2025, TCI Manufacturing embodies the promise of "Concepts to Reality" as the industry's leading aggregate resource. TCI specializes in precision-engineered, custom-fabricated steel products, committed to delivering top-quality, strength and precision in every project. Learn more at www.tcimfg.com.-----Have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Syntron Material Handling! With more than 140 years of bulk material handling experience, Syntron Material Handling is a recognized industry leader that provides innovative engineering solutions, high-performance products, and superior customer service. Syntron offers solutions in conveying, feeding, screening, elevating, vibratory flow aids, and mining controls of bulk product. For more information, visit syntronmh.com.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.

P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski take an inside look at the rise of the mega dealer on the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” presenting an interview with Kimball Equipment CEO Kirk Rainbolt. Rainbolt, whose company has 12 locations across seven Western states, provides insights into the making of the mega dealer, the power dynamic between dealers and manufacturers and how dealers effectively expand into new territories – plus much more.Timestamps:Rainbolt interview: 3:50 – 31:50You won't want to miss this episode of "Drilling Deeper." Listen now!-----Thank you to our show sponsor, TCI Manufacturing! Celebrating 25 years of excellence in 2025, TCI Manufacturing embodies the promise of "Concepts to Reality" as the industry's leading aggregate resource. TCI specializes in precision-engineered, custom-fabricated steel products, committed to delivering top-quality, strength and precision in every project. Learn more at www.tcimfg.com.-----Have anything you want to hear on a future episode of "Drilling Deeper?" Is there a question you've been dying to ask Kevin or Jack? Do you have a suggestion on how we can bring you even better content? Let us know! Email Kevin ([email protected]) or Jack ([email protected]) to share your thoughts.-----Thank you to the sponsor of this episode, Syntron Material Handling! With more than 140 years of bulk material handling experience, Syntron Material Handling is a recognized industry leader that provides innovative engineering solutions, high-performance products, and superior customer service. Syntron offers solutions in conveying, feeding, screening, elevating, vibratory flow aids, and mining controls of bulk product. For more information, visit syntronmh.com.-----For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings. Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram. Also, follow us on YouTube to see full-length episodes of the podcast, watch our Road to Prosperity videos and see other clips from our travels and events.