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Pit & Quarry Hall of Famer, giving the Lucks the distinction of being the only family with three Hall of Fame members. Photo: Luck Stone

P&Q Hall of Fame Profile: Charles S. Luck IV

March 18, 2024By

The third-generation leader of Luck Stone has long been an inspiration – both inside his company and industrywide.

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Says Chris Williams of Capital Aggregates: “[With] most technologies, as they become established, the price point for entry tends to come down as they emerge.” Photo: Neorodan/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Producers discuss the future of autonomy in aggregates

March 15, 2024By

As large producers test autonomous haulers in quarries, small and midsized producers are eager to see if the technologies tested are viable.

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Tom Hill started Summit Materials after nearly three decades with CRH. Photo: Tom Hill

P&Q Hall of Fame Profile: Thomas W. Hill

March 14, 2024By

The founder of Summit Materials always aimed big and, more often than not, delivered on his goals.

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The last Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony took place in 2022 at the Omni Nashville Hotel, with EJ Burke (pictured at podium) among those honored that year. Photo: PamElla Lee Photography

Industry to celebrate unforgettable leaders at Hall of Fame

March 13, 2024By

The industry convenes this month to celebrate Tom Hill, Neil Hise, Louis Johnson and Charlie Luck IV – the newest members of the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Martin Marietta’s Jim Nickolas takes over as chairman of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association this month. Photo: NSSGA

Incoming NSSGA chair shares outlook on road ahead

March 12, 2024By

The incoming chair of the National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association (NSSGA) shares his view of the industry and what’s ahead in Washington.

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The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, which hosted its 2023 Annual Convention in Las Vegas in conjunction with ConExpo-Con/Agg, shifts its event to Nashville along with AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo. Photo: P&Q Staff

What to expect at the NSSGA Annual Convention

March 11, 2024By

The National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s (NSSGA) Annual Convention has plenty to offer those who already plan to explore AGG1 in Nashville.

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Photo: P&Q Staff

Quarry Faces: March 2024

March 8, 2024By

Check out photos from P&Q’s travels — including a visit to the Ontario Stone, Sand & Gravel Association’s Operations, Health & Safety Seminar and the Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference.

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AGG1 returns with the co-located World of Asphalt March 29-31. Photo: World of Asphalt

Year-over-year momentum continues for AGG1

March 7, 2024By

With the upcoming show in Nashville, AGG1 is poised to continue its trajectory of growth and success. Read more about the show’s history and what’s in store for 2024.

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The Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is scheduled for March 28 at the Omni Nashville Hotel. Photo: P&Q Archives

Celebrating industry leaders of the past and present

March 6, 2024By

The Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony is quickly approaching. P&Q’s Kevin Yanik shares his initial thoughts on capturing the stories of those being enshrined as member of the 2024 class.

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