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How autonomy might redefine the quarry

April 11, 2024 By

Autonomous hauling has been getting a lot of love lately on the pages of Pit & Quarry. And […]

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A case study done by Whittle Consulting for autonomous hauling systems provider Pronto presented the benefits of small autonomous trucks versus other autonomous and manned options. Photo: shaunl/E+/Getty Images

What’s next for autonomy with aggregates?

April 10, 2024 By

While haulers may lead the industry’s transition, one technology leader says excavators and dozers could also go autonomous in the coming years.

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What’s new in aggregate equipment, technology

April 9, 2024 By

Check out several new aggregate equipment and technology offerings from BinMaster, Command Alkon, John Deere, Komatsu and more.

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The material buildup seen here resulted from an inefficient scraper, which was not the best choice for the application. Photo: Motion

Keys to successful component selection

April 5, 2024 By

Motion Conveyance Solutions’ Jason Crain offers a few questions producers should ask when seeking the right parts for conveying systems.

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As lagging in the center of the pulley wears down, it diminishes pulley crown. This diminished crown has an impact on how well the conveyor belt tracks. Photo: PPI

Emphasizing the importance of pulley lagging

April 4, 2024 By

More producers are looking for equipment and components that last longer to lighten the load on maintenance personnel.

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Under the U.S. Department of Labor’s new rules, some aggregate producers may reduce their workforce to avoid shouldering large added expenses. Photo: welcomia/iStock / Getty Images Plus/Getty Images

Defining the new independent contractor

April 3, 2024 By

Failure to properly classify independent contractors and document their status at the beginning of a relationship
can now lead to issues down the road.

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Crushed material that is similar in size to the closed-side setting offers the best particle shape. Photo: Superior Industries

How to best maintain the right crusher settings

April 2, 2024 By

Superior Industries’ crushing product manager shares insights on closed-side setting selection and how it affects the flow of production.

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Gallery: Red carpet sightings at the 2024 Hall ceremony

April 1, 2024 By

Check out a gallery of photos showcasing some of the guests who attended the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony this year.

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Ten of the 40 members of the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame were in Nashville on March 2024 for the 2024 induction ceremony. Pictured from left are Ward Nye, LeRoy Hagenbuch, Neil Schmidgall, Kim Snyder, George Sidney, Neil Hise, Tom Hill, Charlie Luck IV, Paul Mellott and E.J. Burke. Photo: Pit & Quarry

Gallery: Celebrating the 2024 P&Q Hall of Fame inductees

April 1, 2024 By

Last week’s Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony brought the industry together to celebrate Tom Hill, Neil Hise, Louis Johnson and Charlie Luck IV.

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