The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May. The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency […]

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency attributes the accident to machinery.

Into the first week of May, MSHA had reported on three fatal accidents in 2025 involving machinery. Powered haulage is the leading cause of this year’s fatal mining accidents with five such incidents.

Related: Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including […]

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA).

Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including work related to MSHA and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

McHugh joins Patricia Silvey in the agency’s deputy assistant secretary capacity. Silvey is MSHA’s deputy assistant secretary for operations.

Although the MSHA assistant secretary position remains vacant, President Trump nominated Wayne Palmer for the agency’s leading role in February.

Related: Looking ahead on MSHA enforcement, rulemaking

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The newest Terex brand held its first open house, with Park City Stone showcasing five pieces of Magna equipment for more than 100 attendees.

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Magna, the Terex brand established in 2024 for large-scale operations, held its first open house in Nashville.

With more than 100 people in attendance, Terex says the event showcased a working demonstration of a full fleet of Magna equipment. The event was held at Park City Stone, which is a customer of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening.

According to Terex, the equipment on display was an MT130J jaw crusher, an MT620H screener, an MT400C cone crusher, an MT620HR screener and an MC150 tracked conveyor.

The event also included a visit to the new Terex Parts facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The 150,000-sq.-ft. facility provides parts to distributors and customers across North America.

“The opening of the new parts facility in Louisville is a major advantage for our customers,” says Alan Coalter, president of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening. “Having critical parts readily available within the U.S. significantly enhances our ability to support large-scale machinery and ensure minimal downtime. It’s a key factor in delivering the reliable, consistent operational support our customers demand across the region.”

Neil McIlwaine, business line director for Magna, was pleased with how the open house came together.

“This event is a clear example of what can be achieved when innovative equipment, tailored financial solutions and robust aftersales support come together,” McIlwaine says. “The introduction of Magna, backed by strategic financing and enhanced parts availability through the new Louisville facility, created the perfect foundation for Park City Stone to scale up operations confidently. The result is not only an impressive showcase of capability, but a sustainable solution for high-volume production.”

Related: Terex brass touches on Manga brand during AGG1 sitdown

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MLC, a supplier of lime products headquartered in St. Louis, intends to refurbish an operation it acquired a few years ago.

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MLC broke ground on investments at a dolomitic lime operation in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The company, which acquired the Bonne Terre operation from Valley Minerals in 2022, plans to refurbish the site and commission it with a kiln in 2026.

“This project represents our commitment to excellence in lime manufacturing,” says Paul Hogan, MLC president and CEO. “It marks one of the most significant capital investments in our history and generates value across our stakeholder groups, improving quality for our customers, sustainability for our communities and a safer, more enjoyable workplace for our team members.”

In addition to a vertical-shaft kiln, MLC intends to construct a new rail connection, office building, quality lab and employee break and locker areas.

MLC says the operation’s dolomitic lime offerings are utilized in steel and glass manufacturing.

“This project is a milestone for our strategic vision: to be the leading global provider of lime solutions with an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service,” Hogan says. “We are investing capital across all our sites in pursuit of that vision, reinforcing our position as industry leaders in responsible lime manufacturing.”

Related: Martin Marietta ‘off to a strong start’ to 2025

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Still, president and CEO Brian Gray says Knife River Corp. remains on track to have its most profitable year on record.

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Knife River Corp. reported elevated first-quarter revenue along with a higher seasonal loss, but president and CEO Brian Gray remains encouraged by the outlook for the company.

Quarterly revenue was up 7 percent to $353.5 million at Knife River. The company’s net loss in the quarter was $68.7 million – a mark that’s 44 percent higher than the prior-year period.

Gray says the company’s seasonal loss in the first quarter was in line with expectations.

“Knife River remains on track to have our most profitable year in history – including record revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization),” Gray says. “We made substantial investments in the first quarter to prepare for a successful 2025. That includes closing on the acquisition of Strata Corp., which we expect will positively impact our financial results starting in the second quarter.”

According to Knife River, a $14.6 million increase to its contracting services revenues – along with price increases on asphalt, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete – drove its 7 percent revenue increase.

The company’s gross profit in aggregates decreased year over year, though, due to pre-production activities and site improvements.

“We continued to invest in our ‘Competitive EDGE’ strategy,” Gray says. “Our process improvement teams helped us optimize prices during the quarter while also preparing our materials operations for the busy year ahead. We identified and implemented plant improvement opportunities we expect will increase operating margins this year.”

Gray says Knife River’s business fundamentals remain strong. The company anticipates record financial results in 2025.

“In the current economic environment, our business has been relatively insulated from any direct impact from tariffs,” he says. “It is unclear at this time how economic uncertainties will affect downstream private work, as project owners evaluate interest rates and trade policy.

“However, Knife River has a resilient business model, with the ability to flex between public and private work, along with a proven record of successfully navigating through business cycles. Our outlook for the year does not include any significant impacts related to uncertainty in the private market, and we expect to have more clarity when we report our second-quarter results.”

Related: Knife River promotes Stevens as Christenson retires

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CEO Jim Mintern says CRH is ‘encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand’ across key markets.

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CRH made a series of financial gains in the first quarter, including several within its Americas Materials Solutions business.

According to CRH, total first-quarter revenues in Americas Materials Solutions were 2 percent ahead of the prior-year period. CRH says additional pricing progress contributed, as well as acquired businesses.

The company says these factors offset the effects of lower activity due to weather disruption in many regions.

First-quarter adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) in Americas Materials Solutions was also ahead of the prior-year period.

Pricing in aggregates improved by 8 percent, the company adds. Aggregate volumes, meanwhile, declined 5 percent in Americas Materials Solutions.

“The strength of our first-quarter performance reflects the benefits of our differentiated strategy, good commercial management and contributions from acquisitions,” says Jim Mintern, CEO of CRH. “Although the first quarter is typically the seasonally least significant period for our business, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets.

“Our relentless focus on financial control and discipline enabled us to maintain our strong balance sheet in the first quarter,” Mintern adds. “Notwithstanding the current macroeconomic uncertainty, the outlook for our business remains positive, and we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2025, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

CRH completed eight acquisitions in the first quarter for a combined $600 million. Five of the eight occurred within the Americas Materials Solutions business.

Talley Construction, a vertically integrated asphalt and paving company with operations in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina, was among them.

Related: CRH characterizes 2024 as ‘strong year’

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This year’s trade show presented new and improved equipment from Eagle Crusher, IRock Crushers, Kleemann and Montabert.

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AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo made its St. Louis debut this year. Not only did the event present a change of scenery, but an expanded show floor.

With about 23,000 more sq. ft. compared to AGG1 2024 in Nashville, manufacturers had even more room to showcase their latest equipment developments. Among these developments was an abundance of crushing and hydraulic breaking equipment. Here are some of the wares showcased at AGG1.

Ready to recycle

IRock Crushers, for starters, highlighted its TC-20 mobile impact crushing plant at the show. 

The plant has a 16-ft.-long feeder and user-friendly features, making it an option for a variety of applications.

Designed for heavy loads and large production, IRock says the crusher is ideal for recycled concrete and recycled asphalt, producing a uniform, cubical product. The TC-20 offers users easy maneuverability and high productivity, IRock adds.

More in mobiles

Part of Kleemann’s display at AGG1, meanwhile, targeted asphalt recycling operators.

The company’s Mobirex MR 100i NEO mobile impact crushing plant was on display. Kleemann says the plant is the only machine in its performance class to offer fully automatic crusher gap adjustment and zero-point determination. The Mobirex MR 100i NEO features a “lock and turn quick access” safety system allowing users to open the crusher without tools in just 30 seconds. 

According to Kleemann, users can run the machine direction from the company’s Spective Switch control unit, making operation easy and intuitive. Additionally, with Spective Connect, operators can access data such as engine speed, consumption values and filling levels via a clearly laid-out display on a smartphone or tablet.

New look for flagship plant

Also at AGG1, Eagle Crusher Co. introduced its next-generation 1200-CC portable crushing and screening plant.

Eagle Crusher says its most popular plant is now enhanced with special features to simplify setup, operation and transport. Among the enhanced features of the 1200-CC are a redesigned return conveyor; a new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor; a self-lowering control panel; and an available onboard cross-belt permanent magnet that stays on for transport.

According to the company, the redesigned return conveyor allows for quicker setup without having to attach parts after extension. The new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor is designed to make setup and teardown easier.

Additionally, the self-lowering control panel no longer requires additional equipment to remove it from the plant. Having the available onboard cross-belt magnet stay on during transport simplifies that process, Eagle Crusher says.

Breaking options

Separately, Montabert showcased its V32 breaker, which is built for carriers from 18 to 30 tons.

The V32 is a heavy breaker that’s part of Montabert’s variable-speed breaker line, which is built for use in harsh conditions. 

Montabert says the variable-speed technology reduces unnecessary harmful energy from transferring to the carrier and breaker, helping to prevent wear on parts and components.

The company’s variable-speed breaker line also features an energy chamber that acts as a hydraulic shock absorber, reducing pressure variations in the hydraulic circuits to provide consistent energy to the breaker. This, in turn, reduces pressure spikes and keeps the charge constant, with no periodic maintenance required, according to Montabert.

The line also includes a progressive start system that prevents slipping by creating a small recess in the material before full power is applied. Additionally, the variable-speed breakers have an automatic lubrication system assuring breakers are constantly lubricated to improve lifespan on wear parts and components.

An automatic pressure regulator, meanwhile, ensures hydraulic breaker operation pressure – regardless of changes in outdoor temperature. Montabert says this allows the breakers to deliver maximum performance across a range of carriers.

The rest of the variable-speed breaker line includes the V47, V57 and V67 models. These respectively replace the V46, V56 and V65. All three breakers feature a hydraulic accumulator that eliminates the need for onsite nitrogen checks or refills, a TPS system that increases tool lifespan, automatic energy adjustment, anti-vibration dampeners to eliminate pressure spikes, and a next-generation cradle that Montabert describes as safer, more ergonomic, quieter and more durable.

Related: Drilling Deeper Episode 38: AGG1 2025 Recap & Reflections

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) says Seth Grove will serve as the next head of the organization when he takes over late next year for Peter Vlahos.

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) appointed Seth Grove as its next president and CEO, effective in December 2026.

Grove will eventually succeed Peter Vlahos in the role and begin serving as PACA’s vice president in January 2026. Vlahos will retain his role as president and CEO until November 2026.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Peter has established,” Grove says. “I look forward to working with the staff, board, members and industry partners to drive innovation and advocacy for the construction materials sector.”

According to PACA, Grove brings a wealth of experience in public policy and leadership to PACA. As a Pennsylvania state representative, the association says Grove advocated for economic development and infrastructure investment. The association says his expertise in legislative affairs and industry-related issues suit him well for PACA’s next chapter.

“PACA is fortunate to have Seth Grove at the helm as we continue to advance the interests of Pennsylvania’s aggregates, concrete and cement industries,” says Jamie Stilley, president at Amerikohl Aggregates who serves as PACA board chairperson. “His leadership and policy experience will be invaluable in strengthening our industry’s role in the state’s economy.”

Stilley also lauded Vlahos’ contributions to PACA.

“Peter’s leadership has been instrumental in PACA’s growth and success,” Stilley says. “We are grateful for his years of commitment and look forward to his continued guidance during the transition.”

Related: PACA develops new playbook in Pennsylvania (2023)

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Find out what Tom Hill shared during his induction remarks last month as he was enshrined in the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Getting his start in aggregates nearly 50 years ago, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill has established himself as a household name in the industry. Hill was inducted on March 24 into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. Below are highlights from Hill’s induction speech, which can be viewed in full here.

ON BEING INDUCTED INTO THE PIT & QUARRY HALL OF FAME: This award – I’m very honored by it. I’m humbled. If you look at the past inductees in this Hall of Fame and the current ones tonight, this is a humbling place to be. For all of you here, thank you for your presence. For me, again, this is quite the honor. What I didn’t realize was that the past Hall of Fame members vote on us. The vote for me was really close. For those of you Hall of Fame members who voted often and numerous times for me, thank you very much. I appreciate your support.

ON THE REST OF THE CLASS OF 2025: To my fellow inductees: Wow. What careers. Over the past decades, you gentlemen have made my life better. I’m an operator. To those of you that served us and had the engineering marvels and the aptitude to make our life better, thank you very much.

ON THE SUPPORT HE’S RECEIVED FROM HIS WIFE: Thank you very much to my bride, Melanie. Honey, thank you for your love, thank you for your support and thank you for your patience. For those of you that are rock crushing guys, our brides or our spouses have to have patience. So, honey, thanks for years of patience and putting up with the rock business.

ON THE AGGREGATE INDUSTRY: The aggregate business is one of the most phenomenal businesses in the United States. We get to build America. Nothing gets built without us. We’re in the foundation of everything that gets built. We enjoy phenomenal friendships and a great industry, and along the way we make a little bit of money. What a great place to be.

The reason it is such a great industry is because of all my colleagues in the aggregates businesses and the supporting businesses that support aggregates. So, to all of my friends, thank you for making this industry great. It is you that makes it stand out. And for many of you who are here, thank you for the friendships that I’ve experienced with you over the past 30 to 40 years.

ON THE PEOPLE OF VULCAN: This award really belongs to my Vulcan colleagues. I get the honor of representing 12,000 employees of Vulcan Materials, and it’s quite the honor. But the work really comes down to the people that really make Vulcan great. So, to all of my Vulcan colleagues, thank you for your hard work, your tenacity and your success. This award actually belongs to you.

For more on the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, click here. To learn about Tom Hill and his impact on the industry, read his Hall of Fame profile. 

Related: Watch Vulcan‘ Tom Hill deliver his Hall of Fame induction speech

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May. The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency […]

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency attributes the accident to machinery.

Into the first week of May, MSHA had reported on three fatal accidents in 2025 involving machinery. Powered haulage is the leading cause of this year’s fatal mining accidents with five such incidents.

Related: Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including […]

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA).

Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including work related to MSHA and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

McHugh joins Patricia Silvey in the agency’s deputy assistant secretary capacity. Silvey is MSHA’s deputy assistant secretary for operations.

Although the MSHA assistant secretary position remains vacant, President Trump nominated Wayne Palmer for the agency’s leading role in February.

Related: Looking ahead on MSHA enforcement, rulemaking

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The newest Terex brand held its first open house, with Park City Stone showcasing five pieces of Magna equipment for more than 100 attendees.

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Magna, the Terex brand established in 2024 for large-scale operations, held its first open house in Nashville.

With more than 100 people in attendance, Terex says the event showcased a working demonstration of a full fleet of Magna equipment. The event was held at Park City Stone, which is a customer of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening.

According to Terex, the equipment on display was an MT130J jaw crusher, an MT620H screener, an MT400C cone crusher, an MT620HR screener and an MC150 tracked conveyor.

The event also included a visit to the new Terex Parts facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The 150,000-sq.-ft. facility provides parts to distributors and customers across North America.

“The opening of the new parts facility in Louisville is a major advantage for our customers,” says Alan Coalter, president of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening. “Having critical parts readily available within the U.S. significantly enhances our ability to support large-scale machinery and ensure minimal downtime. It’s a key factor in delivering the reliable, consistent operational support our customers demand across the region.”

Neil McIlwaine, business line director for Magna, was pleased with how the open house came together.

“This event is a clear example of what can be achieved when innovative equipment, tailored financial solutions and robust aftersales support come together,” McIlwaine says. “The introduction of Magna, backed by strategic financing and enhanced parts availability through the new Louisville facility, created the perfect foundation for Park City Stone to scale up operations confidently. The result is not only an impressive showcase of capability, but a sustainable solution for high-volume production.”

Related: Terex brass touches on Manga brand during AGG1 sitdown

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MLC, a supplier of lime products headquartered in St. Louis, intends to refurbish an operation it acquired a few years ago.

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MLC broke ground on investments at a dolomitic lime operation in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The company, which acquired the Bonne Terre operation from Valley Minerals in 2022, plans to refurbish the site and commission it with a kiln in 2026.

“This project represents our commitment to excellence in lime manufacturing,” says Paul Hogan, MLC president and CEO. “It marks one of the most significant capital investments in our history and generates value across our stakeholder groups, improving quality for our customers, sustainability for our communities and a safer, more enjoyable workplace for our team members.”

In addition to a vertical-shaft kiln, MLC intends to construct a new rail connection, office building, quality lab and employee break and locker areas.

MLC says the operation’s dolomitic lime offerings are utilized in steel and glass manufacturing.

“This project is a milestone for our strategic vision: to be the leading global provider of lime solutions with an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service,” Hogan says. “We are investing capital across all our sites in pursuit of that vision, reinforcing our position as industry leaders in responsible lime manufacturing.”

Related: Martin Marietta ‘off to a strong start’ to 2025

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Still, president and CEO Brian Gray says Knife River Corp. remains on track to have its most profitable year on record.

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Knife River Corp. reported elevated first-quarter revenue along with a higher seasonal loss, but president and CEO Brian Gray remains encouraged by the outlook for the company.

Quarterly revenue was up 7 percent to $353.5 million at Knife River. The company’s net loss in the quarter was $68.7 million – a mark that’s 44 percent higher than the prior-year period.

Gray says the company’s seasonal loss in the first quarter was in line with expectations.

“Knife River remains on track to have our most profitable year in history – including record revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization),” Gray says. “We made substantial investments in the first quarter to prepare for a successful 2025. That includes closing on the acquisition of Strata Corp., which we expect will positively impact our financial results starting in the second quarter.”

According to Knife River, a $14.6 million increase to its contracting services revenues – along with price increases on asphalt, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete – drove its 7 percent revenue increase.

The company’s gross profit in aggregates decreased year over year, though, due to pre-production activities and site improvements.

“We continued to invest in our ‘Competitive EDGE’ strategy,” Gray says. “Our process improvement teams helped us optimize prices during the quarter while also preparing our materials operations for the busy year ahead. We identified and implemented plant improvement opportunities we expect will increase operating margins this year.”

Gray says Knife River’s business fundamentals remain strong. The company anticipates record financial results in 2025.

“In the current economic environment, our business has been relatively insulated from any direct impact from tariffs,” he says. “It is unclear at this time how economic uncertainties will affect downstream private work, as project owners evaluate interest rates and trade policy.

“However, Knife River has a resilient business model, with the ability to flex between public and private work, along with a proven record of successfully navigating through business cycles. Our outlook for the year does not include any significant impacts related to uncertainty in the private market, and we expect to have more clarity when we report our second-quarter results.”

Related: Knife River promotes Stevens as Christenson retires

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CEO Jim Mintern says CRH is ‘encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand’ across key markets.

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CRH made a series of financial gains in the first quarter, including several within its Americas Materials Solutions business.

According to CRH, total first-quarter revenues in Americas Materials Solutions were 2 percent ahead of the prior-year period. CRH says additional pricing progress contributed, as well as acquired businesses.

The company says these factors offset the effects of lower activity due to weather disruption in many regions.

First-quarter adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) in Americas Materials Solutions was also ahead of the prior-year period.

Pricing in aggregates improved by 8 percent, the company adds. Aggregate volumes, meanwhile, declined 5 percent in Americas Materials Solutions.

“The strength of our first-quarter performance reflects the benefits of our differentiated strategy, good commercial management and contributions from acquisitions,” says Jim Mintern, CEO of CRH. “Although the first quarter is typically the seasonally least significant period for our business, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets.

“Our relentless focus on financial control and discipline enabled us to maintain our strong balance sheet in the first quarter,” Mintern adds. “Notwithstanding the current macroeconomic uncertainty, the outlook for our business remains positive, and we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2025, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

CRH completed eight acquisitions in the first quarter for a combined $600 million. Five of the eight occurred within the Americas Materials Solutions business.

Talley Construction, a vertically integrated asphalt and paving company with operations in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina, was among them.

Related: CRH characterizes 2024 as ‘strong year’

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This year’s trade show presented new and improved equipment from Eagle Crusher, IRock Crushers, Kleemann and Montabert.

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AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo made its St. Louis debut this year. Not only did the event present a change of scenery, but an expanded show floor.

With about 23,000 more sq. ft. compared to AGG1 2024 in Nashville, manufacturers had even more room to showcase their latest equipment developments. Among these developments was an abundance of crushing and hydraulic breaking equipment. Here are some of the wares showcased at AGG1.

Ready to recycle

IRock Crushers, for starters, highlighted its TC-20 mobile impact crushing plant at the show. 

The plant has a 16-ft.-long feeder and user-friendly features, making it an option for a variety of applications.

Designed for heavy loads and large production, IRock says the crusher is ideal for recycled concrete and recycled asphalt, producing a uniform, cubical product. The TC-20 offers users easy maneuverability and high productivity, IRock adds.

More in mobiles

Part of Kleemann’s display at AGG1, meanwhile, targeted asphalt recycling operators.

The company’s Mobirex MR 100i NEO mobile impact crushing plant was on display. Kleemann says the plant is the only machine in its performance class to offer fully automatic crusher gap adjustment and zero-point determination. The Mobirex MR 100i NEO features a “lock and turn quick access” safety system allowing users to open the crusher without tools in just 30 seconds. 

According to Kleemann, users can run the machine direction from the company’s Spective Switch control unit, making operation easy and intuitive. Additionally, with Spective Connect, operators can access data such as engine speed, consumption values and filling levels via a clearly laid-out display on a smartphone or tablet.

New look for flagship plant

Also at AGG1, Eagle Crusher Co. introduced its next-generation 1200-CC portable crushing and screening plant.

Eagle Crusher says its most popular plant is now enhanced with special features to simplify setup, operation and transport. Among the enhanced features of the 1200-CC are a redesigned return conveyor; a new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor; a self-lowering control panel; and an available onboard cross-belt permanent magnet that stays on for transport.

According to the company, the redesigned return conveyor allows for quicker setup without having to attach parts after extension. The new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor is designed to make setup and teardown easier.

Additionally, the self-lowering control panel no longer requires additional equipment to remove it from the plant. Having the available onboard cross-belt magnet stay on during transport simplifies that process, Eagle Crusher says.

Breaking options

Separately, Montabert showcased its V32 breaker, which is built for carriers from 18 to 30 tons.

The V32 is a heavy breaker that’s part of Montabert’s variable-speed breaker line, which is built for use in harsh conditions. 

Montabert says the variable-speed technology reduces unnecessary harmful energy from transferring to the carrier and breaker, helping to prevent wear on parts and components.

The company’s variable-speed breaker line also features an energy chamber that acts as a hydraulic shock absorber, reducing pressure variations in the hydraulic circuits to provide consistent energy to the breaker. This, in turn, reduces pressure spikes and keeps the charge constant, with no periodic maintenance required, according to Montabert.

The line also includes a progressive start system that prevents slipping by creating a small recess in the material before full power is applied. Additionally, the variable-speed breakers have an automatic lubrication system assuring breakers are constantly lubricated to improve lifespan on wear parts and components.

An automatic pressure regulator, meanwhile, ensures hydraulic breaker operation pressure – regardless of changes in outdoor temperature. Montabert says this allows the breakers to deliver maximum performance across a range of carriers.

The rest of the variable-speed breaker line includes the V47, V57 and V67 models. These respectively replace the V46, V56 and V65. All three breakers feature a hydraulic accumulator that eliminates the need for onsite nitrogen checks or refills, a TPS system that increases tool lifespan, automatic energy adjustment, anti-vibration dampeners to eliminate pressure spikes, and a next-generation cradle that Montabert describes as safer, more ergonomic, quieter and more durable.

Related: Drilling Deeper Episode 38: AGG1 2025 Recap & Reflections

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) says Seth Grove will serve as the next head of the organization when he takes over late next year for Peter Vlahos.

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) appointed Seth Grove as its next president and CEO, effective in December 2026.

Grove will eventually succeed Peter Vlahos in the role and begin serving as PACA’s vice president in January 2026. Vlahos will retain his role as president and CEO until November 2026.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Peter has established,” Grove says. “I look forward to working with the staff, board, members and industry partners to drive innovation and advocacy for the construction materials sector.”

According to PACA, Grove brings a wealth of experience in public policy and leadership to PACA. As a Pennsylvania state representative, the association says Grove advocated for economic development and infrastructure investment. The association says his expertise in legislative affairs and industry-related issues suit him well for PACA’s next chapter.

“PACA is fortunate to have Seth Grove at the helm as we continue to advance the interests of Pennsylvania’s aggregates, concrete and cement industries,” says Jamie Stilley, president at Amerikohl Aggregates who serves as PACA board chairperson. “His leadership and policy experience will be invaluable in strengthening our industry’s role in the state’s economy.”

Stilley also lauded Vlahos’ contributions to PACA.

“Peter’s leadership has been instrumental in PACA’s growth and success,” Stilley says. “We are grateful for his years of commitment and look forward to his continued guidance during the transition.”

Related: PACA develops new playbook in Pennsylvania (2023)

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Find out what Tom Hill shared during his induction remarks last month as he was enshrined in the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Getting his start in aggregates nearly 50 years ago, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill has established himself as a household name in the industry. Hill was inducted on March 24 into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. Below are highlights from Hill’s induction speech, which can be viewed in full here.

ON BEING INDUCTED INTO THE PIT & QUARRY HALL OF FAME: This award – I’m very honored by it. I’m humbled. If you look at the past inductees in this Hall of Fame and the current ones tonight, this is a humbling place to be. For all of you here, thank you for your presence. For me, again, this is quite the honor. What I didn’t realize was that the past Hall of Fame members vote on us. The vote for me was really close. For those of you Hall of Fame members who voted often and numerous times for me, thank you very much. I appreciate your support.

ON THE REST OF THE CLASS OF 2025: To my fellow inductees: Wow. What careers. Over the past decades, you gentlemen have made my life better. I’m an operator. To those of you that served us and had the engineering marvels and the aptitude to make our life better, thank you very much.

ON THE SUPPORT HE’S RECEIVED FROM HIS WIFE: Thank you very much to my bride, Melanie. Honey, thank you for your love, thank you for your support and thank you for your patience. For those of you that are rock crushing guys, our brides or our spouses have to have patience. So, honey, thanks for years of patience and putting up with the rock business.

ON THE AGGREGATE INDUSTRY: The aggregate business is one of the most phenomenal businesses in the United States. We get to build America. Nothing gets built without us. We’re in the foundation of everything that gets built. We enjoy phenomenal friendships and a great industry, and along the way we make a little bit of money. What a great place to be.

The reason it is such a great industry is because of all my colleagues in the aggregates businesses and the supporting businesses that support aggregates. So, to all of my friends, thank you for making this industry great. It is you that makes it stand out. And for many of you who are here, thank you for the friendships that I’ve experienced with you over the past 30 to 40 years.

ON THE PEOPLE OF VULCAN: This award really belongs to my Vulcan colleagues. I get the honor of representing 12,000 employees of Vulcan Materials, and it’s quite the honor. But the work really comes down to the people that really make Vulcan great. So, to all of my Vulcan colleagues, thank you for your hard work, your tenacity and your success. This award actually belongs to you.

For more on the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, click here. To learn about Tom Hill and his impact on the industry, read his Hall of Fame profile. 

Related: Watch Vulcan‘ Tom Hill deliver his Hall of Fame induction speech

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May. The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency […]

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency attributes the accident to machinery.

Into the first week of May, MSHA had reported on three fatal accidents in 2025 involving machinery. Powered haulage is the leading cause of this year’s fatal mining accidents with five such incidents.

Related: Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including […]

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA).

Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including work related to MSHA and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

McHugh joins Patricia Silvey in the agency’s deputy assistant secretary capacity. Silvey is MSHA’s deputy assistant secretary for operations.

Although the MSHA assistant secretary position remains vacant, President Trump nominated Wayne Palmer for the agency’s leading role in February.

Related: Looking ahead on MSHA enforcement, rulemaking

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The newest Terex brand held its first open house, with Park City Stone showcasing five pieces of Magna equipment for more than 100 attendees.

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Magna, the Terex brand established in 2024 for large-scale operations, held its first open house in Nashville.

With more than 100 people in attendance, Terex says the event showcased a working demonstration of a full fleet of Magna equipment. The event was held at Park City Stone, which is a customer of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening.

According to Terex, the equipment on display was an MT130J jaw crusher, an MT620H screener, an MT400C cone crusher, an MT620HR screener and an MC150 tracked conveyor.

The event also included a visit to the new Terex Parts facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The 150,000-sq.-ft. facility provides parts to distributors and customers across North America.

“The opening of the new parts facility in Louisville is a major advantage for our customers,” says Alan Coalter, president of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening. “Having critical parts readily available within the U.S. significantly enhances our ability to support large-scale machinery and ensure minimal downtime. It’s a key factor in delivering the reliable, consistent operational support our customers demand across the region.”

Neil McIlwaine, business line director for Magna, was pleased with how the open house came together.

“This event is a clear example of what can be achieved when innovative equipment, tailored financial solutions and robust aftersales support come together,” McIlwaine says. “The introduction of Magna, backed by strategic financing and enhanced parts availability through the new Louisville facility, created the perfect foundation for Park City Stone to scale up operations confidently. The result is not only an impressive showcase of capability, but a sustainable solution for high-volume production.”

Related: Terex brass touches on Manga brand during AGG1 sitdown

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MLC, a supplier of lime products headquartered in St. Louis, intends to refurbish an operation it acquired a few years ago.

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MLC broke ground on investments at a dolomitic lime operation in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The company, which acquired the Bonne Terre operation from Valley Minerals in 2022, plans to refurbish the site and commission it with a kiln in 2026.

“This project represents our commitment to excellence in lime manufacturing,” says Paul Hogan, MLC president and CEO. “It marks one of the most significant capital investments in our history and generates value across our stakeholder groups, improving quality for our customers, sustainability for our communities and a safer, more enjoyable workplace for our team members.”

In addition to a vertical-shaft kiln, MLC intends to construct a new rail connection, office building, quality lab and employee break and locker areas.

MLC says the operation’s dolomitic lime offerings are utilized in steel and glass manufacturing.

“This project is a milestone for our strategic vision: to be the leading global provider of lime solutions with an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service,” Hogan says. “We are investing capital across all our sites in pursuit of that vision, reinforcing our position as industry leaders in responsible lime manufacturing.”

Related: Martin Marietta ‘off to a strong start’ to 2025

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Still, president and CEO Brian Gray says Knife River Corp. remains on track to have its most profitable year on record.

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Knife River Corp. reported elevated first-quarter revenue along with a higher seasonal loss, but president and CEO Brian Gray remains encouraged by the outlook for the company.

Quarterly revenue was up 7 percent to $353.5 million at Knife River. The company’s net loss in the quarter was $68.7 million – a mark that’s 44 percent higher than the prior-year period.

Gray says the company’s seasonal loss in the first quarter was in line with expectations.

“Knife River remains on track to have our most profitable year in history – including record revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization),” Gray says. “We made substantial investments in the first quarter to prepare for a successful 2025. That includes closing on the acquisition of Strata Corp., which we expect will positively impact our financial results starting in the second quarter.”

According to Knife River, a $14.6 million increase to its contracting services revenues – along with price increases on asphalt, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete – drove its 7 percent revenue increase.

The company’s gross profit in aggregates decreased year over year, though, due to pre-production activities and site improvements.

“We continued to invest in our ‘Competitive EDGE’ strategy,” Gray says. “Our process improvement teams helped us optimize prices during the quarter while also preparing our materials operations for the busy year ahead. We identified and implemented plant improvement opportunities we expect will increase operating margins this year.”

Gray says Knife River’s business fundamentals remain strong. The company anticipates record financial results in 2025.

“In the current economic environment, our business has been relatively insulated from any direct impact from tariffs,” he says. “It is unclear at this time how economic uncertainties will affect downstream private work, as project owners evaluate interest rates and trade policy.

“However, Knife River has a resilient business model, with the ability to flex between public and private work, along with a proven record of successfully navigating through business cycles. Our outlook for the year does not include any significant impacts related to uncertainty in the private market, and we expect to have more clarity when we report our second-quarter results.”

Related: Knife River promotes Stevens as Christenson retires

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CEO Jim Mintern says CRH is ‘encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand’ across key markets.

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CRH made a series of financial gains in the first quarter, including several within its Americas Materials Solutions business.

According to CRH, total first-quarter revenues in Americas Materials Solutions were 2 percent ahead of the prior-year period. CRH says additional pricing progress contributed, as well as acquired businesses.

The company says these factors offset the effects of lower activity due to weather disruption in many regions.

First-quarter adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) in Americas Materials Solutions was also ahead of the prior-year period.

Pricing in aggregates improved by 8 percent, the company adds. Aggregate volumes, meanwhile, declined 5 percent in Americas Materials Solutions.

“The strength of our first-quarter performance reflects the benefits of our differentiated strategy, good commercial management and contributions from acquisitions,” says Jim Mintern, CEO of CRH. “Although the first quarter is typically the seasonally least significant period for our business, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets.

“Our relentless focus on financial control and discipline enabled us to maintain our strong balance sheet in the first quarter,” Mintern adds. “Notwithstanding the current macroeconomic uncertainty, the outlook for our business remains positive, and we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2025, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

CRH completed eight acquisitions in the first quarter for a combined $600 million. Five of the eight occurred within the Americas Materials Solutions business.

Talley Construction, a vertically integrated asphalt and paving company with operations in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina, was among them.

Related: CRH characterizes 2024 as ‘strong year’

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This year’s trade show presented new and improved equipment from Eagle Crusher, IRock Crushers, Kleemann and Montabert.

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AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo made its St. Louis debut this year. Not only did the event present a change of scenery, but an expanded show floor.

With about 23,000 more sq. ft. compared to AGG1 2024 in Nashville, manufacturers had even more room to showcase their latest equipment developments. Among these developments was an abundance of crushing and hydraulic breaking equipment. Here are some of the wares showcased at AGG1.

Ready to recycle

IRock Crushers, for starters, highlighted its TC-20 mobile impact crushing plant at the show. 

The plant has a 16-ft.-long feeder and user-friendly features, making it an option for a variety of applications.

Designed for heavy loads and large production, IRock says the crusher is ideal for recycled concrete and recycled asphalt, producing a uniform, cubical product. The TC-20 offers users easy maneuverability and high productivity, IRock adds.

More in mobiles

Part of Kleemann’s display at AGG1, meanwhile, targeted asphalt recycling operators.

The company’s Mobirex MR 100i NEO mobile impact crushing plant was on display. Kleemann says the plant is the only machine in its performance class to offer fully automatic crusher gap adjustment and zero-point determination. The Mobirex MR 100i NEO features a “lock and turn quick access” safety system allowing users to open the crusher without tools in just 30 seconds. 

According to Kleemann, users can run the machine direction from the company’s Spective Switch control unit, making operation easy and intuitive. Additionally, with Spective Connect, operators can access data such as engine speed, consumption values and filling levels via a clearly laid-out display on a smartphone or tablet.

New look for flagship plant

Also at AGG1, Eagle Crusher Co. introduced its next-generation 1200-CC portable crushing and screening plant.

Eagle Crusher says its most popular plant is now enhanced with special features to simplify setup, operation and transport. Among the enhanced features of the 1200-CC are a redesigned return conveyor; a new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor; a self-lowering control panel; and an available onboard cross-belt permanent magnet that stays on for transport.

According to the company, the redesigned return conveyor allows for quicker setup without having to attach parts after extension. The new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor is designed to make setup and teardown easier.

Additionally, the self-lowering control panel no longer requires additional equipment to remove it from the plant. Having the available onboard cross-belt magnet stay on during transport simplifies that process, Eagle Crusher says.

Breaking options

Separately, Montabert showcased its V32 breaker, which is built for carriers from 18 to 30 tons.

The V32 is a heavy breaker that’s part of Montabert’s variable-speed breaker line, which is built for use in harsh conditions. 

Montabert says the variable-speed technology reduces unnecessary harmful energy from transferring to the carrier and breaker, helping to prevent wear on parts and components.

The company’s variable-speed breaker line also features an energy chamber that acts as a hydraulic shock absorber, reducing pressure variations in the hydraulic circuits to provide consistent energy to the breaker. This, in turn, reduces pressure spikes and keeps the charge constant, with no periodic maintenance required, according to Montabert.

The line also includes a progressive start system that prevents slipping by creating a small recess in the material before full power is applied. Additionally, the variable-speed breakers have an automatic lubrication system assuring breakers are constantly lubricated to improve lifespan on wear parts and components.

An automatic pressure regulator, meanwhile, ensures hydraulic breaker operation pressure – regardless of changes in outdoor temperature. Montabert says this allows the breakers to deliver maximum performance across a range of carriers.

The rest of the variable-speed breaker line includes the V47, V57 and V67 models. These respectively replace the V46, V56 and V65. All three breakers feature a hydraulic accumulator that eliminates the need for onsite nitrogen checks or refills, a TPS system that increases tool lifespan, automatic energy adjustment, anti-vibration dampeners to eliminate pressure spikes, and a next-generation cradle that Montabert describes as safer, more ergonomic, quieter and more durable.

Related: Drilling Deeper Episode 38: AGG1 2025 Recap & Reflections

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) says Seth Grove will serve as the next head of the organization when he takes over late next year for Peter Vlahos.

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) appointed Seth Grove as its next president and CEO, effective in December 2026.

Grove will eventually succeed Peter Vlahos in the role and begin serving as PACA’s vice president in January 2026. Vlahos will retain his role as president and CEO until November 2026.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Peter has established,” Grove says. “I look forward to working with the staff, board, members and industry partners to drive innovation and advocacy for the construction materials sector.”

According to PACA, Grove brings a wealth of experience in public policy and leadership to PACA. As a Pennsylvania state representative, the association says Grove advocated for economic development and infrastructure investment. The association says his expertise in legislative affairs and industry-related issues suit him well for PACA’s next chapter.

“PACA is fortunate to have Seth Grove at the helm as we continue to advance the interests of Pennsylvania’s aggregates, concrete and cement industries,” says Jamie Stilley, president at Amerikohl Aggregates who serves as PACA board chairperson. “His leadership and policy experience will be invaluable in strengthening our industry’s role in the state’s economy.”

Stilley also lauded Vlahos’ contributions to PACA.

“Peter’s leadership has been instrumental in PACA’s growth and success,” Stilley says. “We are grateful for his years of commitment and look forward to his continued guidance during the transition.”

Related: PACA develops new playbook in Pennsylvania (2023)

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Find out what Tom Hill shared during his induction remarks last month as he was enshrined in the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Getting his start in aggregates nearly 50 years ago, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill has established himself as a household name in the industry. Hill was inducted on March 24 into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. Below are highlights from Hill’s induction speech, which can be viewed in full here.

ON BEING INDUCTED INTO THE PIT & QUARRY HALL OF FAME: This award – I’m very honored by it. I’m humbled. If you look at the past inductees in this Hall of Fame and the current ones tonight, this is a humbling place to be. For all of you here, thank you for your presence. For me, again, this is quite the honor. What I didn’t realize was that the past Hall of Fame members vote on us. The vote for me was really close. For those of you Hall of Fame members who voted often and numerous times for me, thank you very much. I appreciate your support.

ON THE REST OF THE CLASS OF 2025: To my fellow inductees: Wow. What careers. Over the past decades, you gentlemen have made my life better. I’m an operator. To those of you that served us and had the engineering marvels and the aptitude to make our life better, thank you very much.

ON THE SUPPORT HE’S RECEIVED FROM HIS WIFE: Thank you very much to my bride, Melanie. Honey, thank you for your love, thank you for your support and thank you for your patience. For those of you that are rock crushing guys, our brides or our spouses have to have patience. So, honey, thanks for years of patience and putting up with the rock business.

ON THE AGGREGATE INDUSTRY: The aggregate business is one of the most phenomenal businesses in the United States. We get to build America. Nothing gets built without us. We’re in the foundation of everything that gets built. We enjoy phenomenal friendships and a great industry, and along the way we make a little bit of money. What a great place to be.

The reason it is such a great industry is because of all my colleagues in the aggregates businesses and the supporting businesses that support aggregates. So, to all of my friends, thank you for making this industry great. It is you that makes it stand out. And for many of you who are here, thank you for the friendships that I’ve experienced with you over the past 30 to 40 years.

ON THE PEOPLE OF VULCAN: This award really belongs to my Vulcan colleagues. I get the honor of representing 12,000 employees of Vulcan Materials, and it’s quite the honor. But the work really comes down to the people that really make Vulcan great. So, to all of my Vulcan colleagues, thank you for your hard work, your tenacity and your success. This award actually belongs to you.

For more on the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, click here. To learn about Tom Hill and his impact on the industry, read his Hall of Fame profile. 

Related: Watch Vulcan‘ Tom Hill deliver his Hall of Fame induction speech

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May. The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency […]

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency attributes the accident to machinery.

Into the first week of May, MSHA had reported on three fatal accidents in 2025 involving machinery. Powered haulage is the leading cause of this year’s fatal mining accidents with five such incidents.

Related: Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including […]

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA).

Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including work related to MSHA and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

McHugh joins Patricia Silvey in the agency’s deputy assistant secretary capacity. Silvey is MSHA’s deputy assistant secretary for operations.

Although the MSHA assistant secretary position remains vacant, President Trump nominated Wayne Palmer for the agency’s leading role in February.

Related: Looking ahead on MSHA enforcement, rulemaking

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The newest Terex brand held its first open house, with Park City Stone showcasing five pieces of Magna equipment for more than 100 attendees.

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Magna, the Terex brand established in 2024 for large-scale operations, held its first open house in Nashville.

With more than 100 people in attendance, Terex says the event showcased a working demonstration of a full fleet of Magna equipment. The event was held at Park City Stone, which is a customer of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening.

According to Terex, the equipment on display was an MT130J jaw crusher, an MT620H screener, an MT400C cone crusher, an MT620HR screener and an MC150 tracked conveyor.

The event also included a visit to the new Terex Parts facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The 150,000-sq.-ft. facility provides parts to distributors and customers across North America.

“The opening of the new parts facility in Louisville is a major advantage for our customers,” says Alan Coalter, president of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening. “Having critical parts readily available within the U.S. significantly enhances our ability to support large-scale machinery and ensure minimal downtime. It’s a key factor in delivering the reliable, consistent operational support our customers demand across the region.”

Neil McIlwaine, business line director for Magna, was pleased with how the open house came together.

“This event is a clear example of what can be achieved when innovative equipment, tailored financial solutions and robust aftersales support come together,” McIlwaine says. “The introduction of Magna, backed by strategic financing and enhanced parts availability through the new Louisville facility, created the perfect foundation for Park City Stone to scale up operations confidently. The result is not only an impressive showcase of capability, but a sustainable solution for high-volume production.”

Related: Terex brass touches on Manga brand during AGG1 sitdown

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MLC, a supplier of lime products headquartered in St. Louis, intends to refurbish an operation it acquired a few years ago.

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MLC broke ground on investments at a dolomitic lime operation in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The company, which acquired the Bonne Terre operation from Valley Minerals in 2022, plans to refurbish the site and commission it with a kiln in 2026.

“This project represents our commitment to excellence in lime manufacturing,” says Paul Hogan, MLC president and CEO. “It marks one of the most significant capital investments in our history and generates value across our stakeholder groups, improving quality for our customers, sustainability for our communities and a safer, more enjoyable workplace for our team members.”

In addition to a vertical-shaft kiln, MLC intends to construct a new rail connection, office building, quality lab and employee break and locker areas.

MLC says the operation’s dolomitic lime offerings are utilized in steel and glass manufacturing.

“This project is a milestone for our strategic vision: to be the leading global provider of lime solutions with an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service,” Hogan says. “We are investing capital across all our sites in pursuit of that vision, reinforcing our position as industry leaders in responsible lime manufacturing.”

Related: Martin Marietta ‘off to a strong start’ to 2025

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Still, president and CEO Brian Gray says Knife River Corp. remains on track to have its most profitable year on record.

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Knife River Corp. reported elevated first-quarter revenue along with a higher seasonal loss, but president and CEO Brian Gray remains encouraged by the outlook for the company.

Quarterly revenue was up 7 percent to $353.5 million at Knife River. The company’s net loss in the quarter was $68.7 million – a mark that’s 44 percent higher than the prior-year period.

Gray says the company’s seasonal loss in the first quarter was in line with expectations.

“Knife River remains on track to have our most profitable year in history – including record revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization),” Gray says. “We made substantial investments in the first quarter to prepare for a successful 2025. That includes closing on the acquisition of Strata Corp., which we expect will positively impact our financial results starting in the second quarter.”

According to Knife River, a $14.6 million increase to its contracting services revenues – along with price increases on asphalt, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete – drove its 7 percent revenue increase.

The company’s gross profit in aggregates decreased year over year, though, due to pre-production activities and site improvements.

“We continued to invest in our ‘Competitive EDGE’ strategy,” Gray says. “Our process improvement teams helped us optimize prices during the quarter while also preparing our materials operations for the busy year ahead. We identified and implemented plant improvement opportunities we expect will increase operating margins this year.”

Gray says Knife River’s business fundamentals remain strong. The company anticipates record financial results in 2025.

“In the current economic environment, our business has been relatively insulated from any direct impact from tariffs,” he says. “It is unclear at this time how economic uncertainties will affect downstream private work, as project owners evaluate interest rates and trade policy.

“However, Knife River has a resilient business model, with the ability to flex between public and private work, along with a proven record of successfully navigating through business cycles. Our outlook for the year does not include any significant impacts related to uncertainty in the private market, and we expect to have more clarity when we report our second-quarter results.”

Related: Knife River promotes Stevens as Christenson retires

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CEO Jim Mintern says CRH is ‘encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand’ across key markets.

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CRH made a series of financial gains in the first quarter, including several within its Americas Materials Solutions business.

According to CRH, total first-quarter revenues in Americas Materials Solutions were 2 percent ahead of the prior-year period. CRH says additional pricing progress contributed, as well as acquired businesses.

The company says these factors offset the effects of lower activity due to weather disruption in many regions.

First-quarter adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) in Americas Materials Solutions was also ahead of the prior-year period.

Pricing in aggregates improved by 8 percent, the company adds. Aggregate volumes, meanwhile, declined 5 percent in Americas Materials Solutions.

“The strength of our first-quarter performance reflects the benefits of our differentiated strategy, good commercial management and contributions from acquisitions,” says Jim Mintern, CEO of CRH. “Although the first quarter is typically the seasonally least significant period for our business, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets.

“Our relentless focus on financial control and discipline enabled us to maintain our strong balance sheet in the first quarter,” Mintern adds. “Notwithstanding the current macroeconomic uncertainty, the outlook for our business remains positive, and we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2025, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

CRH completed eight acquisitions in the first quarter for a combined $600 million. Five of the eight occurred within the Americas Materials Solutions business.

Talley Construction, a vertically integrated asphalt and paving company with operations in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina, was among them.

Related: CRH characterizes 2024 as ‘strong year’

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This year’s trade show presented new and improved equipment from Eagle Crusher, IRock Crushers, Kleemann and Montabert.

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AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo made its St. Louis debut this year. Not only did the event present a change of scenery, but an expanded show floor.

With about 23,000 more sq. ft. compared to AGG1 2024 in Nashville, manufacturers had even more room to showcase their latest equipment developments. Among these developments was an abundance of crushing and hydraulic breaking equipment. Here are some of the wares showcased at AGG1.

Ready to recycle

IRock Crushers, for starters, highlighted its TC-20 mobile impact crushing plant at the show. 

The plant has a 16-ft.-long feeder and user-friendly features, making it an option for a variety of applications.

Designed for heavy loads and large production, IRock says the crusher is ideal for recycled concrete and recycled asphalt, producing a uniform, cubical product. The TC-20 offers users easy maneuverability and high productivity, IRock adds.

More in mobiles

Part of Kleemann’s display at AGG1, meanwhile, targeted asphalt recycling operators.

The company’s Mobirex MR 100i NEO mobile impact crushing plant was on display. Kleemann says the plant is the only machine in its performance class to offer fully automatic crusher gap adjustment and zero-point determination. The Mobirex MR 100i NEO features a “lock and turn quick access” safety system allowing users to open the crusher without tools in just 30 seconds. 

According to Kleemann, users can run the machine direction from the company’s Spective Switch control unit, making operation easy and intuitive. Additionally, with Spective Connect, operators can access data such as engine speed, consumption values and filling levels via a clearly laid-out display on a smartphone or tablet.

New look for flagship plant

Also at AGG1, Eagle Crusher Co. introduced its next-generation 1200-CC portable crushing and screening plant.

Eagle Crusher says its most popular plant is now enhanced with special features to simplify setup, operation and transport. Among the enhanced features of the 1200-CC are a redesigned return conveyor; a new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor; a self-lowering control panel; and an available onboard cross-belt permanent magnet that stays on for transport.

According to the company, the redesigned return conveyor allows for quicker setup without having to attach parts after extension. The new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor is designed to make setup and teardown easier.

Additionally, the self-lowering control panel no longer requires additional equipment to remove it from the plant. Having the available onboard cross-belt magnet stay on during transport simplifies that process, Eagle Crusher says.

Breaking options

Separately, Montabert showcased its V32 breaker, which is built for carriers from 18 to 30 tons.

The V32 is a heavy breaker that’s part of Montabert’s variable-speed breaker line, which is built for use in harsh conditions. 

Montabert says the variable-speed technology reduces unnecessary harmful energy from transferring to the carrier and breaker, helping to prevent wear on parts and components.

The company’s variable-speed breaker line also features an energy chamber that acts as a hydraulic shock absorber, reducing pressure variations in the hydraulic circuits to provide consistent energy to the breaker. This, in turn, reduces pressure spikes and keeps the charge constant, with no periodic maintenance required, according to Montabert.

The line also includes a progressive start system that prevents slipping by creating a small recess in the material before full power is applied. Additionally, the variable-speed breakers have an automatic lubrication system assuring breakers are constantly lubricated to improve lifespan on wear parts and components.

An automatic pressure regulator, meanwhile, ensures hydraulic breaker operation pressure – regardless of changes in outdoor temperature. Montabert says this allows the breakers to deliver maximum performance across a range of carriers.

The rest of the variable-speed breaker line includes the V47, V57 and V67 models. These respectively replace the V46, V56 and V65. All three breakers feature a hydraulic accumulator that eliminates the need for onsite nitrogen checks or refills, a TPS system that increases tool lifespan, automatic energy adjustment, anti-vibration dampeners to eliminate pressure spikes, and a next-generation cradle that Montabert describes as safer, more ergonomic, quieter and more durable.

Related: Drilling Deeper Episode 38: AGG1 2025 Recap & Reflections

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) says Seth Grove will serve as the next head of the organization when he takes over late next year for Peter Vlahos.

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) appointed Seth Grove as its next president and CEO, effective in December 2026.

Grove will eventually succeed Peter Vlahos in the role and begin serving as PACA’s vice president in January 2026. Vlahos will retain his role as president and CEO until November 2026.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Peter has established,” Grove says. “I look forward to working with the staff, board, members and industry partners to drive innovation and advocacy for the construction materials sector.”

According to PACA, Grove brings a wealth of experience in public policy and leadership to PACA. As a Pennsylvania state representative, the association says Grove advocated for economic development and infrastructure investment. The association says his expertise in legislative affairs and industry-related issues suit him well for PACA’s next chapter.

“PACA is fortunate to have Seth Grove at the helm as we continue to advance the interests of Pennsylvania’s aggregates, concrete and cement industries,” says Jamie Stilley, president at Amerikohl Aggregates who serves as PACA board chairperson. “His leadership and policy experience will be invaluable in strengthening our industry’s role in the state’s economy.”

Stilley also lauded Vlahos’ contributions to PACA.

“Peter’s leadership has been instrumental in PACA’s growth and success,” Stilley says. “We are grateful for his years of commitment and look forward to his continued guidance during the transition.”

Related: PACA develops new playbook in Pennsylvania (2023)

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Find out what Tom Hill shared during his induction remarks last month as he was enshrined in the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Getting his start in aggregates nearly 50 years ago, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill has established himself as a household name in the industry. Hill was inducted on March 24 into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. Below are highlights from Hill’s induction speech, which can be viewed in full here.

ON BEING INDUCTED INTO THE PIT & QUARRY HALL OF FAME: This award – I’m very honored by it. I’m humbled. If you look at the past inductees in this Hall of Fame and the current ones tonight, this is a humbling place to be. For all of you here, thank you for your presence. For me, again, this is quite the honor. What I didn’t realize was that the past Hall of Fame members vote on us. The vote for me was really close. For those of you Hall of Fame members who voted often and numerous times for me, thank you very much. I appreciate your support.

ON THE REST OF THE CLASS OF 2025: To my fellow inductees: Wow. What careers. Over the past decades, you gentlemen have made my life better. I’m an operator. To those of you that served us and had the engineering marvels and the aptitude to make our life better, thank you very much.

ON THE SUPPORT HE’S RECEIVED FROM HIS WIFE: Thank you very much to my bride, Melanie. Honey, thank you for your love, thank you for your support and thank you for your patience. For those of you that are rock crushing guys, our brides or our spouses have to have patience. So, honey, thanks for years of patience and putting up with the rock business.

ON THE AGGREGATE INDUSTRY: The aggregate business is one of the most phenomenal businesses in the United States. We get to build America. Nothing gets built without us. We’re in the foundation of everything that gets built. We enjoy phenomenal friendships and a great industry, and along the way we make a little bit of money. What a great place to be.

The reason it is such a great industry is because of all my colleagues in the aggregates businesses and the supporting businesses that support aggregates. So, to all of my friends, thank you for making this industry great. It is you that makes it stand out. And for many of you who are here, thank you for the friendships that I’ve experienced with you over the past 30 to 40 years.

ON THE PEOPLE OF VULCAN: This award really belongs to my Vulcan colleagues. I get the honor of representing 12,000 employees of Vulcan Materials, and it’s quite the honor. But the work really comes down to the people that really make Vulcan great. So, to all of my Vulcan colleagues, thank you for your hard work, your tenacity and your success. This award actually belongs to you.

For more on the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, click here. To learn about Tom Hill and his impact on the industry, read his Hall of Fame profile. 

Related: Watch Vulcan‘ Tom Hill deliver his Hall of Fame induction speech

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May. The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency […]

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency attributes the accident to machinery.

Into the first week of May, MSHA had reported on three fatal accidents in 2025 involving machinery. Powered haulage is the leading cause of this year’s fatal mining accidents with five such incidents.

Related: Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including […]

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA).

Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including work related to MSHA and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

McHugh joins Patricia Silvey in the agency’s deputy assistant secretary capacity. Silvey is MSHA’s deputy assistant secretary for operations.

Although the MSHA assistant secretary position remains vacant, President Trump nominated Wayne Palmer for the agency’s leading role in February.

Related: Looking ahead on MSHA enforcement, rulemaking

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The newest Terex brand held its first open house, with Park City Stone showcasing five pieces of Magna equipment for more than 100 attendees.

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Magna, the Terex brand established in 2024 for large-scale operations, held its first open house in Nashville.

With more than 100 people in attendance, Terex says the event showcased a working demonstration of a full fleet of Magna equipment. The event was held at Park City Stone, which is a customer of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening.

According to Terex, the equipment on display was an MT130J jaw crusher, an MT620H screener, an MT400C cone crusher, an MT620HR screener and an MC150 tracked conveyor.

The event also included a visit to the new Terex Parts facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The 150,000-sq.-ft. facility provides parts to distributors and customers across North America.

“The opening of the new parts facility in Louisville is a major advantage for our customers,” says Alan Coalter, president of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening. “Having critical parts readily available within the U.S. significantly enhances our ability to support large-scale machinery and ensure minimal downtime. It’s a key factor in delivering the reliable, consistent operational support our customers demand across the region.”

Neil McIlwaine, business line director for Magna, was pleased with how the open house came together.

“This event is a clear example of what can be achieved when innovative equipment, tailored financial solutions and robust aftersales support come together,” McIlwaine says. “The introduction of Magna, backed by strategic financing and enhanced parts availability through the new Louisville facility, created the perfect foundation for Park City Stone to scale up operations confidently. The result is not only an impressive showcase of capability, but a sustainable solution for high-volume production.”

Related: Terex brass touches on Manga brand during AGG1 sitdown

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MLC, a supplier of lime products headquartered in St. Louis, intends to refurbish an operation it acquired a few years ago.

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MLC broke ground on investments at a dolomitic lime operation in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The company, which acquired the Bonne Terre operation from Valley Minerals in 2022, plans to refurbish the site and commission it with a kiln in 2026.

“This project represents our commitment to excellence in lime manufacturing,” says Paul Hogan, MLC president and CEO. “It marks one of the most significant capital investments in our history and generates value across our stakeholder groups, improving quality for our customers, sustainability for our communities and a safer, more enjoyable workplace for our team members.”

In addition to a vertical-shaft kiln, MLC intends to construct a new rail connection, office building, quality lab and employee break and locker areas.

MLC says the operation’s dolomitic lime offerings are utilized in steel and glass manufacturing.

“This project is a milestone for our strategic vision: to be the leading global provider of lime solutions with an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service,” Hogan says. “We are investing capital across all our sites in pursuit of that vision, reinforcing our position as industry leaders in responsible lime manufacturing.”

Related: Martin Marietta ‘off to a strong start’ to 2025

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Still, president and CEO Brian Gray says Knife River Corp. remains on track to have its most profitable year on record.

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Knife River Corp. reported elevated first-quarter revenue along with a higher seasonal loss, but president and CEO Brian Gray remains encouraged by the outlook for the company.

Quarterly revenue was up 7 percent to $353.5 million at Knife River. The company’s net loss in the quarter was $68.7 million – a mark that’s 44 percent higher than the prior-year period.

Gray says the company’s seasonal loss in the first quarter was in line with expectations.

“Knife River remains on track to have our most profitable year in history – including record revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization),” Gray says. “We made substantial investments in the first quarter to prepare for a successful 2025. That includes closing on the acquisition of Strata Corp., which we expect will positively impact our financial results starting in the second quarter.”

According to Knife River, a $14.6 million increase to its contracting services revenues – along with price increases on asphalt, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete – drove its 7 percent revenue increase.

The company’s gross profit in aggregates decreased year over year, though, due to pre-production activities and site improvements.

“We continued to invest in our ‘Competitive EDGE’ strategy,” Gray says. “Our process improvement teams helped us optimize prices during the quarter while also preparing our materials operations for the busy year ahead. We identified and implemented plant improvement opportunities we expect will increase operating margins this year.”

Gray says Knife River’s business fundamentals remain strong. The company anticipates record financial results in 2025.

“In the current economic environment, our business has been relatively insulated from any direct impact from tariffs,” he says. “It is unclear at this time how economic uncertainties will affect downstream private work, as project owners evaluate interest rates and trade policy.

“However, Knife River has a resilient business model, with the ability to flex between public and private work, along with a proven record of successfully navigating through business cycles. Our outlook for the year does not include any significant impacts related to uncertainty in the private market, and we expect to have more clarity when we report our second-quarter results.”

Related: Knife River promotes Stevens as Christenson retires

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CEO Jim Mintern says CRH is ‘encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand’ across key markets.

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CRH made a series of financial gains in the first quarter, including several within its Americas Materials Solutions business.

According to CRH, total first-quarter revenues in Americas Materials Solutions were 2 percent ahead of the prior-year period. CRH says additional pricing progress contributed, as well as acquired businesses.

The company says these factors offset the effects of lower activity due to weather disruption in many regions.

First-quarter adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) in Americas Materials Solutions was also ahead of the prior-year period.

Pricing in aggregates improved by 8 percent, the company adds. Aggregate volumes, meanwhile, declined 5 percent in Americas Materials Solutions.

“The strength of our first-quarter performance reflects the benefits of our differentiated strategy, good commercial management and contributions from acquisitions,” says Jim Mintern, CEO of CRH. “Although the first quarter is typically the seasonally least significant period for our business, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets.

“Our relentless focus on financial control and discipline enabled us to maintain our strong balance sheet in the first quarter,” Mintern adds. “Notwithstanding the current macroeconomic uncertainty, the outlook for our business remains positive, and we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2025, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

CRH completed eight acquisitions in the first quarter for a combined $600 million. Five of the eight occurred within the Americas Materials Solutions business.

Talley Construction, a vertically integrated asphalt and paving company with operations in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina, was among them.

Related: CRH characterizes 2024 as ‘strong year’

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This year’s trade show presented new and improved equipment from Eagle Crusher, IRock Crushers, Kleemann and Montabert.

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AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo made its St. Louis debut this year. Not only did the event present a change of scenery, but an expanded show floor.

With about 23,000 more sq. ft. compared to AGG1 2024 in Nashville, manufacturers had even more room to showcase their latest equipment developments. Among these developments was an abundance of crushing and hydraulic breaking equipment. Here are some of the wares showcased at AGG1.

Ready to recycle

IRock Crushers, for starters, highlighted its TC-20 mobile impact crushing plant at the show. 

The plant has a 16-ft.-long feeder and user-friendly features, making it an option for a variety of applications.

Designed for heavy loads and large production, IRock says the crusher is ideal for recycled concrete and recycled asphalt, producing a uniform, cubical product. The TC-20 offers users easy maneuverability and high productivity, IRock adds.

More in mobiles

Part of Kleemann’s display at AGG1, meanwhile, targeted asphalt recycling operators.

The company’s Mobirex MR 100i NEO mobile impact crushing plant was on display. Kleemann says the plant is the only machine in its performance class to offer fully automatic crusher gap adjustment and zero-point determination. The Mobirex MR 100i NEO features a “lock and turn quick access” safety system allowing users to open the crusher without tools in just 30 seconds. 

According to Kleemann, users can run the machine direction from the company’s Spective Switch control unit, making operation easy and intuitive. Additionally, with Spective Connect, operators can access data such as engine speed, consumption values and filling levels via a clearly laid-out display on a smartphone or tablet.

New look for flagship plant

Also at AGG1, Eagle Crusher Co. introduced its next-generation 1200-CC portable crushing and screening plant.

Eagle Crusher says its most popular plant is now enhanced with special features to simplify setup, operation and transport. Among the enhanced features of the 1200-CC are a redesigned return conveyor; a new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor; a self-lowering control panel; and an available onboard cross-belt permanent magnet that stays on for transport.

According to the company, the redesigned return conveyor allows for quicker setup without having to attach parts after extension. The new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor is designed to make setup and teardown easier.

Additionally, the self-lowering control panel no longer requires additional equipment to remove it from the plant. Having the available onboard cross-belt magnet stay on during transport simplifies that process, Eagle Crusher says.

Breaking options

Separately, Montabert showcased its V32 breaker, which is built for carriers from 18 to 30 tons.

The V32 is a heavy breaker that’s part of Montabert’s variable-speed breaker line, which is built for use in harsh conditions. 

Montabert says the variable-speed technology reduces unnecessary harmful energy from transferring to the carrier and breaker, helping to prevent wear on parts and components.

The company’s variable-speed breaker line also features an energy chamber that acts as a hydraulic shock absorber, reducing pressure variations in the hydraulic circuits to provide consistent energy to the breaker. This, in turn, reduces pressure spikes and keeps the charge constant, with no periodic maintenance required, according to Montabert.

The line also includes a progressive start system that prevents slipping by creating a small recess in the material before full power is applied. Additionally, the variable-speed breakers have an automatic lubrication system assuring breakers are constantly lubricated to improve lifespan on wear parts and components.

An automatic pressure regulator, meanwhile, ensures hydraulic breaker operation pressure – regardless of changes in outdoor temperature. Montabert says this allows the breakers to deliver maximum performance across a range of carriers.

The rest of the variable-speed breaker line includes the V47, V57 and V67 models. These respectively replace the V46, V56 and V65. All three breakers feature a hydraulic accumulator that eliminates the need for onsite nitrogen checks or refills, a TPS system that increases tool lifespan, automatic energy adjustment, anti-vibration dampeners to eliminate pressure spikes, and a next-generation cradle that Montabert describes as safer, more ergonomic, quieter and more durable.

Related: Drilling Deeper Episode 38: AGG1 2025 Recap & Reflections

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) says Seth Grove will serve as the next head of the organization when he takes over late next year for Peter Vlahos.

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) appointed Seth Grove as its next president and CEO, effective in December 2026.

Grove will eventually succeed Peter Vlahos in the role and begin serving as PACA’s vice president in January 2026. Vlahos will retain his role as president and CEO until November 2026.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Peter has established,” Grove says. “I look forward to working with the staff, board, members and industry partners to drive innovation and advocacy for the construction materials sector.”

According to PACA, Grove brings a wealth of experience in public policy and leadership to PACA. As a Pennsylvania state representative, the association says Grove advocated for economic development and infrastructure investment. The association says his expertise in legislative affairs and industry-related issues suit him well for PACA’s next chapter.

“PACA is fortunate to have Seth Grove at the helm as we continue to advance the interests of Pennsylvania’s aggregates, concrete and cement industries,” says Jamie Stilley, president at Amerikohl Aggregates who serves as PACA board chairperson. “His leadership and policy experience will be invaluable in strengthening our industry’s role in the state’s economy.”

Stilley also lauded Vlahos’ contributions to PACA.

“Peter’s leadership has been instrumental in PACA’s growth and success,” Stilley says. “We are grateful for his years of commitment and look forward to his continued guidance during the transition.”

Related: PACA develops new playbook in Pennsylvania (2023)

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Find out what Tom Hill shared during his induction remarks last month as he was enshrined in the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Getting his start in aggregates nearly 50 years ago, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill has established himself as a household name in the industry. Hill was inducted on March 24 into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. Below are highlights from Hill’s induction speech, which can be viewed in full here.

ON BEING INDUCTED INTO THE PIT & QUARRY HALL OF FAME: This award – I’m very honored by it. I’m humbled. If you look at the past inductees in this Hall of Fame and the current ones tonight, this is a humbling place to be. For all of you here, thank you for your presence. For me, again, this is quite the honor. What I didn’t realize was that the past Hall of Fame members vote on us. The vote for me was really close. For those of you Hall of Fame members who voted often and numerous times for me, thank you very much. I appreciate your support.

ON THE REST OF THE CLASS OF 2025: To my fellow inductees: Wow. What careers. Over the past decades, you gentlemen have made my life better. I’m an operator. To those of you that served us and had the engineering marvels and the aptitude to make our life better, thank you very much.

ON THE SUPPORT HE’S RECEIVED FROM HIS WIFE: Thank you very much to my bride, Melanie. Honey, thank you for your love, thank you for your support and thank you for your patience. For those of you that are rock crushing guys, our brides or our spouses have to have patience. So, honey, thanks for years of patience and putting up with the rock business.

ON THE AGGREGATE INDUSTRY: The aggregate business is one of the most phenomenal businesses in the United States. We get to build America. Nothing gets built without us. We’re in the foundation of everything that gets built. We enjoy phenomenal friendships and a great industry, and along the way we make a little bit of money. What a great place to be.

The reason it is such a great industry is because of all my colleagues in the aggregates businesses and the supporting businesses that support aggregates. So, to all of my friends, thank you for making this industry great. It is you that makes it stand out. And for many of you who are here, thank you for the friendships that I’ve experienced with you over the past 30 to 40 years.

ON THE PEOPLE OF VULCAN: This award really belongs to my Vulcan colleagues. I get the honor of representing 12,000 employees of Vulcan Materials, and it’s quite the honor. But the work really comes down to the people that really make Vulcan great. So, to all of my Vulcan colleagues, thank you for your hard work, your tenacity and your success. This award actually belongs to you.

For more on the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, click here. To learn about Tom Hill and his impact on the industry, read his Hall of Fame profile. 

Related: Watch Vulcan‘ Tom Hill deliver his Hall of Fame induction speech

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May. The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency […]

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency attributes the accident to machinery.

Into the first week of May, MSHA had reported on three fatal accidents in 2025 involving machinery. Powered haulage is the leading cause of this year’s fatal mining accidents with five such incidents.

Related: Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including […]

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA).

Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including work related to MSHA and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

McHugh joins Patricia Silvey in the agency’s deputy assistant secretary capacity. Silvey is MSHA’s deputy assistant secretary for operations.

Although the MSHA assistant secretary position remains vacant, President Trump nominated Wayne Palmer for the agency’s leading role in February.

Related: Looking ahead on MSHA enforcement, rulemaking

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The newest Terex brand held its first open house, with Park City Stone showcasing five pieces of Magna equipment for more than 100 attendees.

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Magna, the Terex brand established in 2024 for large-scale operations, held its first open house in Nashville.

With more than 100 people in attendance, Terex says the event showcased a working demonstration of a full fleet of Magna equipment. The event was held at Park City Stone, which is a customer of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening.

According to Terex, the equipment on display was an MT130J jaw crusher, an MT620H screener, an MT400C cone crusher, an MT620HR screener and an MC150 tracked conveyor.

The event also included a visit to the new Terex Parts facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The 150,000-sq.-ft. facility provides parts to distributors and customers across North America.

“The opening of the new parts facility in Louisville is a major advantage for our customers,” says Alan Coalter, president of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening. “Having critical parts readily available within the U.S. significantly enhances our ability to support large-scale machinery and ensure minimal downtime. It’s a key factor in delivering the reliable, consistent operational support our customers demand across the region.”

Neil McIlwaine, business line director for Magna, was pleased with how the open house came together.

“This event is a clear example of what can be achieved when innovative equipment, tailored financial solutions and robust aftersales support come together,” McIlwaine says. “The introduction of Magna, backed by strategic financing and enhanced parts availability through the new Louisville facility, created the perfect foundation for Park City Stone to scale up operations confidently. The result is not only an impressive showcase of capability, but a sustainable solution for high-volume production.”

Related: Terex brass touches on Manga brand during AGG1 sitdown

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MLC, a supplier of lime products headquartered in St. Louis, intends to refurbish an operation it acquired a few years ago.

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MLC broke ground on investments at a dolomitic lime operation in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The company, which acquired the Bonne Terre operation from Valley Minerals in 2022, plans to refurbish the site and commission it with a kiln in 2026.

“This project represents our commitment to excellence in lime manufacturing,” says Paul Hogan, MLC president and CEO. “It marks one of the most significant capital investments in our history and generates value across our stakeholder groups, improving quality for our customers, sustainability for our communities and a safer, more enjoyable workplace for our team members.”

In addition to a vertical-shaft kiln, MLC intends to construct a new rail connection, office building, quality lab and employee break and locker areas.

MLC says the operation’s dolomitic lime offerings are utilized in steel and glass manufacturing.

“This project is a milestone for our strategic vision: to be the leading global provider of lime solutions with an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service,” Hogan says. “We are investing capital across all our sites in pursuit of that vision, reinforcing our position as industry leaders in responsible lime manufacturing.”

Related: Martin Marietta ‘off to a strong start’ to 2025

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Still, president and CEO Brian Gray says Knife River Corp. remains on track to have its most profitable year on record.

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Knife River Corp. reported elevated first-quarter revenue along with a higher seasonal loss, but president and CEO Brian Gray remains encouraged by the outlook for the company.

Quarterly revenue was up 7 percent to $353.5 million at Knife River. The company’s net loss in the quarter was $68.7 million – a mark that’s 44 percent higher than the prior-year period.

Gray says the company’s seasonal loss in the first quarter was in line with expectations.

“Knife River remains on track to have our most profitable year in history – including record revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization),” Gray says. “We made substantial investments in the first quarter to prepare for a successful 2025. That includes closing on the acquisition of Strata Corp., which we expect will positively impact our financial results starting in the second quarter.”

According to Knife River, a $14.6 million increase to its contracting services revenues – along with price increases on asphalt, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete – drove its 7 percent revenue increase.

The company’s gross profit in aggregates decreased year over year, though, due to pre-production activities and site improvements.

“We continued to invest in our ‘Competitive EDGE’ strategy,” Gray says. “Our process improvement teams helped us optimize prices during the quarter while also preparing our materials operations for the busy year ahead. We identified and implemented plant improvement opportunities we expect will increase operating margins this year.”

Gray says Knife River’s business fundamentals remain strong. The company anticipates record financial results in 2025.

“In the current economic environment, our business has been relatively insulated from any direct impact from tariffs,” he says. “It is unclear at this time how economic uncertainties will affect downstream private work, as project owners evaluate interest rates and trade policy.

“However, Knife River has a resilient business model, with the ability to flex between public and private work, along with a proven record of successfully navigating through business cycles. Our outlook for the year does not include any significant impacts related to uncertainty in the private market, and we expect to have more clarity when we report our second-quarter results.”

Related: Knife River promotes Stevens as Christenson retires

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CEO Jim Mintern says CRH is ‘encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand’ across key markets.

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CRH made a series of financial gains in the first quarter, including several within its Americas Materials Solutions business.

According to CRH, total first-quarter revenues in Americas Materials Solutions were 2 percent ahead of the prior-year period. CRH says additional pricing progress contributed, as well as acquired businesses.

The company says these factors offset the effects of lower activity due to weather disruption in many regions.

First-quarter adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) in Americas Materials Solutions was also ahead of the prior-year period.

Pricing in aggregates improved by 8 percent, the company adds. Aggregate volumes, meanwhile, declined 5 percent in Americas Materials Solutions.

“The strength of our first-quarter performance reflects the benefits of our differentiated strategy, good commercial management and contributions from acquisitions,” says Jim Mintern, CEO of CRH. “Although the first quarter is typically the seasonally least significant period for our business, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets.

“Our relentless focus on financial control and discipline enabled us to maintain our strong balance sheet in the first quarter,” Mintern adds. “Notwithstanding the current macroeconomic uncertainty, the outlook for our business remains positive, and we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2025, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

CRH completed eight acquisitions in the first quarter for a combined $600 million. Five of the eight occurred within the Americas Materials Solutions business.

Talley Construction, a vertically integrated asphalt and paving company with operations in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina, was among them.

Related: CRH characterizes 2024 as ‘strong year’

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This year’s trade show presented new and improved equipment from Eagle Crusher, IRock Crushers, Kleemann and Montabert.

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AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo made its St. Louis debut this year. Not only did the event present a change of scenery, but an expanded show floor.

With about 23,000 more sq. ft. compared to AGG1 2024 in Nashville, manufacturers had even more room to showcase their latest equipment developments. Among these developments was an abundance of crushing and hydraulic breaking equipment. Here are some of the wares showcased at AGG1.

Ready to recycle

IRock Crushers, for starters, highlighted its TC-20 mobile impact crushing plant at the show. 

The plant has a 16-ft.-long feeder and user-friendly features, making it an option for a variety of applications.

Designed for heavy loads and large production, IRock says the crusher is ideal for recycled concrete and recycled asphalt, producing a uniform, cubical product. The TC-20 offers users easy maneuverability and high productivity, IRock adds.

More in mobiles

Part of Kleemann’s display at AGG1, meanwhile, targeted asphalt recycling operators.

The company’s Mobirex MR 100i NEO mobile impact crushing plant was on display. Kleemann says the plant is the only machine in its performance class to offer fully automatic crusher gap adjustment and zero-point determination. The Mobirex MR 100i NEO features a “lock and turn quick access” safety system allowing users to open the crusher without tools in just 30 seconds. 

According to Kleemann, users can run the machine direction from the company’s Spective Switch control unit, making operation easy and intuitive. Additionally, with Spective Connect, operators can access data such as engine speed, consumption values and filling levels via a clearly laid-out display on a smartphone or tablet.

New look for flagship plant

Also at AGG1, Eagle Crusher Co. introduced its next-generation 1200-CC portable crushing and screening plant.

Eagle Crusher says its most popular plant is now enhanced with special features to simplify setup, operation and transport. Among the enhanced features of the 1200-CC are a redesigned return conveyor; a new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor; a self-lowering control panel; and an available onboard cross-belt permanent magnet that stays on for transport.

According to the company, the redesigned return conveyor allows for quicker setup without having to attach parts after extension. The new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor is designed to make setup and teardown easier.

Additionally, the self-lowering control panel no longer requires additional equipment to remove it from the plant. Having the available onboard cross-belt magnet stay on during transport simplifies that process, Eagle Crusher says.

Breaking options

Separately, Montabert showcased its V32 breaker, which is built for carriers from 18 to 30 tons.

The V32 is a heavy breaker that’s part of Montabert’s variable-speed breaker line, which is built for use in harsh conditions. 

Montabert says the variable-speed technology reduces unnecessary harmful energy from transferring to the carrier and breaker, helping to prevent wear on parts and components.

The company’s variable-speed breaker line also features an energy chamber that acts as a hydraulic shock absorber, reducing pressure variations in the hydraulic circuits to provide consistent energy to the breaker. This, in turn, reduces pressure spikes and keeps the charge constant, with no periodic maintenance required, according to Montabert.

The line also includes a progressive start system that prevents slipping by creating a small recess in the material before full power is applied. Additionally, the variable-speed breakers have an automatic lubrication system assuring breakers are constantly lubricated to improve lifespan on wear parts and components.

An automatic pressure regulator, meanwhile, ensures hydraulic breaker operation pressure – regardless of changes in outdoor temperature. Montabert says this allows the breakers to deliver maximum performance across a range of carriers.

The rest of the variable-speed breaker line includes the V47, V57 and V67 models. These respectively replace the V46, V56 and V65. All three breakers feature a hydraulic accumulator that eliminates the need for onsite nitrogen checks or refills, a TPS system that increases tool lifespan, automatic energy adjustment, anti-vibration dampeners to eliminate pressure spikes, and a next-generation cradle that Montabert describes as safer, more ergonomic, quieter and more durable.

Related: Drilling Deeper Episode 38: AGG1 2025 Recap & Reflections

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) says Seth Grove will serve as the next head of the organization when he takes over late next year for Peter Vlahos.

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) appointed Seth Grove as its next president and CEO, effective in December 2026.

Grove will eventually succeed Peter Vlahos in the role and begin serving as PACA’s vice president in January 2026. Vlahos will retain his role as president and CEO until November 2026.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Peter has established,” Grove says. “I look forward to working with the staff, board, members and industry partners to drive innovation and advocacy for the construction materials sector.”

According to PACA, Grove brings a wealth of experience in public policy and leadership to PACA. As a Pennsylvania state representative, the association says Grove advocated for economic development and infrastructure investment. The association says his expertise in legislative affairs and industry-related issues suit him well for PACA’s next chapter.

“PACA is fortunate to have Seth Grove at the helm as we continue to advance the interests of Pennsylvania’s aggregates, concrete and cement industries,” says Jamie Stilley, president at Amerikohl Aggregates who serves as PACA board chairperson. “His leadership and policy experience will be invaluable in strengthening our industry’s role in the state’s economy.”

Stilley also lauded Vlahos’ contributions to PACA.

“Peter’s leadership has been instrumental in PACA’s growth and success,” Stilley says. “We are grateful for his years of commitment and look forward to his continued guidance during the transition.”

Related: PACA develops new playbook in Pennsylvania (2023)

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Find out what Tom Hill shared during his induction remarks last month as he was enshrined in the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Getting his start in aggregates nearly 50 years ago, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill has established himself as a household name in the industry. Hill was inducted on March 24 into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. Below are highlights from Hill’s induction speech, which can be viewed in full here.

ON BEING INDUCTED INTO THE PIT & QUARRY HALL OF FAME: This award – I’m very honored by it. I’m humbled. If you look at the past inductees in this Hall of Fame and the current ones tonight, this is a humbling place to be. For all of you here, thank you for your presence. For me, again, this is quite the honor. What I didn’t realize was that the past Hall of Fame members vote on us. The vote for me was really close. For those of you Hall of Fame members who voted often and numerous times for me, thank you very much. I appreciate your support.

ON THE REST OF THE CLASS OF 2025: To my fellow inductees: Wow. What careers. Over the past decades, you gentlemen have made my life better. I’m an operator. To those of you that served us and had the engineering marvels and the aptitude to make our life better, thank you very much.

ON THE SUPPORT HE’S RECEIVED FROM HIS WIFE: Thank you very much to my bride, Melanie. Honey, thank you for your love, thank you for your support and thank you for your patience. For those of you that are rock crushing guys, our brides or our spouses have to have patience. So, honey, thanks for years of patience and putting up with the rock business.

ON THE AGGREGATE INDUSTRY: The aggregate business is one of the most phenomenal businesses in the United States. We get to build America. Nothing gets built without us. We’re in the foundation of everything that gets built. We enjoy phenomenal friendships and a great industry, and along the way we make a little bit of money. What a great place to be.

The reason it is such a great industry is because of all my colleagues in the aggregates businesses and the supporting businesses that support aggregates. So, to all of my friends, thank you for making this industry great. It is you that makes it stand out. And for many of you who are here, thank you for the friendships that I’ve experienced with you over the past 30 to 40 years.

ON THE PEOPLE OF VULCAN: This award really belongs to my Vulcan colleagues. I get the honor of representing 12,000 employees of Vulcan Materials, and it’s quite the honor. But the work really comes down to the people that really make Vulcan great. So, to all of my Vulcan colleagues, thank you for your hard work, your tenacity and your success. This award actually belongs to you.

For more on the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, click here. To learn about Tom Hill and his impact on the industry, read his Hall of Fame profile. 

Related: Watch Vulcan‘ Tom Hill deliver his Hall of Fame induction speech

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May. The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency […]

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The mining industry completed the month of April without a single fatal incident. Unfortunately, a miner was killed in an accident on the first day of May.

The Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) indicates that the 12th mining fatality of the year occurred May 1 at an industrial sand operation in Texas. The agency attributes the accident to machinery.

Into the first week of May, MSHA had reported on three fatal accidents in 2025 involving machinery. Powered haulage is the leading cause of this year’s fatal mining accidents with five such incidents.

Related: Eleventh 2025 mining fatality reported as first quarter ends

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including […]

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Jim McHugh was appointed deputy assistant secretary for policy at the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA).

Prior to the appointment, McHugh was an attorney specializing in mining law and civil litigation. Throughout his legal career, he has represented businesses, individuals and labor unions in a range of civil, criminal and administrative matters – including work related to MSHA and the Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

McHugh joins Patricia Silvey in the agency’s deputy assistant secretary capacity. Silvey is MSHA’s deputy assistant secretary for operations.

Although the MSHA assistant secretary position remains vacant, President Trump nominated Wayne Palmer for the agency’s leading role in February.

Related: Looking ahead on MSHA enforcement, rulemaking

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The newest Terex brand held its first open house, with Park City Stone showcasing five pieces of Magna equipment for more than 100 attendees.

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Magna, the Terex brand established in 2024 for large-scale operations, held its first open house in Nashville.

With more than 100 people in attendance, Terex says the event showcased a working demonstration of a full fleet of Magna equipment. The event was held at Park City Stone, which is a customer of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening.

According to Terex, the equipment on display was an MT130J jaw crusher, an MT620H screener, an MT400C cone crusher, an MT620HR screener and an MC150 tracked conveyor.

The event also included a visit to the new Terex Parts facility in Louisville, Kentucky. The 150,000-sq.-ft. facility provides parts to distributors and customers across North America.

“The opening of the new parts facility in Louisville is a major advantage for our customers,” says Alan Coalter, president of Powerscreen Crushing & Screening. “Having critical parts readily available within the U.S. significantly enhances our ability to support large-scale machinery and ensure minimal downtime. It’s a key factor in delivering the reliable, consistent operational support our customers demand across the region.”

Neil McIlwaine, business line director for Magna, was pleased with how the open house came together.

“This event is a clear example of what can be achieved when innovative equipment, tailored financial solutions and robust aftersales support come together,” McIlwaine says. “The introduction of Magna, backed by strategic financing and enhanced parts availability through the new Louisville facility, created the perfect foundation for Park City Stone to scale up operations confidently. The result is not only an impressive showcase of capability, but a sustainable solution for high-volume production.”

Related: Terex brass touches on Manga brand during AGG1 sitdown

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MLC, a supplier of lime products headquartered in St. Louis, intends to refurbish an operation it acquired a few years ago.

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MLC broke ground on investments at a dolomitic lime operation in Bonne Terre, Missouri.

The company, which acquired the Bonne Terre operation from Valley Minerals in 2022, plans to refurbish the site and commission it with a kiln in 2026.

“This project represents our commitment to excellence in lime manufacturing,” says Paul Hogan, MLC president and CEO. “It marks one of the most significant capital investments in our history and generates value across our stakeholder groups, improving quality for our customers, sustainability for our communities and a safer, more enjoyable workplace for our team members.”

In addition to a vertical-shaft kiln, MLC intends to construct a new rail connection, office building, quality lab and employee break and locker areas.

MLC says the operation’s dolomitic lime offerings are utilized in steel and glass manufacturing.

“This project is a milestone for our strategic vision: to be the leading global provider of lime solutions with an unwavering commitment to safety, sustainability and service,” Hogan says. “We are investing capital across all our sites in pursuit of that vision, reinforcing our position as industry leaders in responsible lime manufacturing.”

Related: Martin Marietta ‘off to a strong start’ to 2025

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Still, president and CEO Brian Gray says Knife River Corp. remains on track to have its most profitable year on record.

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Knife River Corp. reported elevated first-quarter revenue along with a higher seasonal loss, but president and CEO Brian Gray remains encouraged by the outlook for the company.

Quarterly revenue was up 7 percent to $353.5 million at Knife River. The company’s net loss in the quarter was $68.7 million – a mark that’s 44 percent higher than the prior-year period.

Gray says the company’s seasonal loss in the first quarter was in line with expectations.

“Knife River remains on track to have our most profitable year in history – including record revenue, net income and adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization),” Gray says. “We made substantial investments in the first quarter to prepare for a successful 2025. That includes closing on the acquisition of Strata Corp., which we expect will positively impact our financial results starting in the second quarter.”

According to Knife River, a $14.6 million increase to its contracting services revenues – along with price increases on asphalt, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete – drove its 7 percent revenue increase.

The company’s gross profit in aggregates decreased year over year, though, due to pre-production activities and site improvements.

“We continued to invest in our ‘Competitive EDGE’ strategy,” Gray says. “Our process improvement teams helped us optimize prices during the quarter while also preparing our materials operations for the busy year ahead. We identified and implemented plant improvement opportunities we expect will increase operating margins this year.”

Gray says Knife River’s business fundamentals remain strong. The company anticipates record financial results in 2025.

“In the current economic environment, our business has been relatively insulated from any direct impact from tariffs,” he says. “It is unclear at this time how economic uncertainties will affect downstream private work, as project owners evaluate interest rates and trade policy.

“However, Knife River has a resilient business model, with the ability to flex between public and private work, along with a proven record of successfully navigating through business cycles. Our outlook for the year does not include any significant impacts related to uncertainty in the private market, and we expect to have more clarity when we report our second-quarter results.”

Related: Knife River promotes Stevens as Christenson retires

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CEO Jim Mintern says CRH is ‘encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand’ across key markets.

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CRH made a series of financial gains in the first quarter, including several within its Americas Materials Solutions business.

According to CRH, total first-quarter revenues in Americas Materials Solutions were 2 percent ahead of the prior-year period. CRH says additional pricing progress contributed, as well as acquired businesses.

The company says these factors offset the effects of lower activity due to weather disruption in many regions.

First-quarter adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) in Americas Materials Solutions was also ahead of the prior-year period.

Pricing in aggregates improved by 8 percent, the company adds. Aggregate volumes, meanwhile, declined 5 percent in Americas Materials Solutions.

“The strength of our first-quarter performance reflects the benefits of our differentiated strategy, good commercial management and contributions from acquisitions,” says Jim Mintern, CEO of CRH. “Although the first quarter is typically the seasonally least significant period for our business, we are encouraged by the continued strength of underlying demand across our key markets.

“Our relentless focus on financial control and discipline enabled us to maintain our strong balance sheet in the first quarter,” Mintern adds. “Notwithstanding the current macroeconomic uncertainty, the outlook for our business remains positive, and we are pleased to reaffirm our financial guidance for 2025, leaving us well positioned for another year of growth and value creation ahead.”

CRH completed eight acquisitions in the first quarter for a combined $600 million. Five of the eight occurred within the Americas Materials Solutions business.

Talley Construction, a vertically integrated asphalt and paving company with operations in Tennessee, Georgia, Alabama and North Carolina, was among them.

Related: CRH characterizes 2024 as ‘strong year’

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This year’s trade show presented new and improved equipment from Eagle Crusher, IRock Crushers, Kleemann and Montabert.

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AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo made its St. Louis debut this year. Not only did the event present a change of scenery, but an expanded show floor.

With about 23,000 more sq. ft. compared to AGG1 2024 in Nashville, manufacturers had even more room to showcase their latest equipment developments. Among these developments was an abundance of crushing and hydraulic breaking equipment. Here are some of the wares showcased at AGG1.

Ready to recycle

IRock Crushers, for starters, highlighted its TC-20 mobile impact crushing plant at the show. 

The plant has a 16-ft.-long feeder and user-friendly features, making it an option for a variety of applications.

Designed for heavy loads and large production, IRock says the crusher is ideal for recycled concrete and recycled asphalt, producing a uniform, cubical product. The TC-20 offers users easy maneuverability and high productivity, IRock adds.

More in mobiles

Part of Kleemann’s display at AGG1, meanwhile, targeted asphalt recycling operators.

The company’s Mobirex MR 100i NEO mobile impact crushing plant was on display. Kleemann says the plant is the only machine in its performance class to offer fully automatic crusher gap adjustment and zero-point determination. The Mobirex MR 100i NEO features a “lock and turn quick access” safety system allowing users to open the crusher without tools in just 30 seconds. 

According to Kleemann, users can run the machine direction from the company’s Spective Switch control unit, making operation easy and intuitive. Additionally, with Spective Connect, operators can access data such as engine speed, consumption values and filling levels via a clearly laid-out display on a smartphone or tablet.

New look for flagship plant

Also at AGG1, Eagle Crusher Co. introduced its next-generation 1200-CC portable crushing and screening plant.

Eagle Crusher says its most popular plant is now enhanced with special features to simplify setup, operation and transport. Among the enhanced features of the 1200-CC are a redesigned return conveyor; a new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor; a self-lowering control panel; and an available onboard cross-belt permanent magnet that stays on for transport.

According to the company, the redesigned return conveyor allows for quicker setup without having to attach parts after extension. The new, fully hydraulic side-discharge conveyor is designed to make setup and teardown easier.

Additionally, the self-lowering control panel no longer requires additional equipment to remove it from the plant. Having the available onboard cross-belt magnet stay on during transport simplifies that process, Eagle Crusher says.

Breaking options

Separately, Montabert showcased its V32 breaker, which is built for carriers from 18 to 30 tons.

The V32 is a heavy breaker that’s part of Montabert’s variable-speed breaker line, which is built for use in harsh conditions. 

Montabert says the variable-speed technology reduces unnecessary harmful energy from transferring to the carrier and breaker, helping to prevent wear on parts and components.

The company’s variable-speed breaker line also features an energy chamber that acts as a hydraulic shock absorber, reducing pressure variations in the hydraulic circuits to provide consistent energy to the breaker. This, in turn, reduces pressure spikes and keeps the charge constant, with no periodic maintenance required, according to Montabert.

The line also includes a progressive start system that prevents slipping by creating a small recess in the material before full power is applied. Additionally, the variable-speed breakers have an automatic lubrication system assuring breakers are constantly lubricated to improve lifespan on wear parts and components.

An automatic pressure regulator, meanwhile, ensures hydraulic breaker operation pressure – regardless of changes in outdoor temperature. Montabert says this allows the breakers to deliver maximum performance across a range of carriers.

The rest of the variable-speed breaker line includes the V47, V57 and V67 models. These respectively replace the V46, V56 and V65. All three breakers feature a hydraulic accumulator that eliminates the need for onsite nitrogen checks or refills, a TPS system that increases tool lifespan, automatic energy adjustment, anti-vibration dampeners to eliminate pressure spikes, and a next-generation cradle that Montabert describes as safer, more ergonomic, quieter and more durable.

Related: Drilling Deeper Episode 38: AGG1 2025 Recap & Reflections

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) says Seth Grove will serve as the next head of the organization when he takes over late next year for Peter Vlahos.

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The Pennsylvania Aggregates & Concrete Association (PACA) appointed Seth Grove as its next president and CEO, effective in December 2026.

Grove will eventually succeed Peter Vlahos in the role and begin serving as PACA’s vice president in January 2026. Vlahos will retain his role as president and CEO until November 2026.

“I am honored to step into this role and build on the strong foundation that Peter has established,” Grove says. “I look forward to working with the staff, board, members and industry partners to drive innovation and advocacy for the construction materials sector.”

According to PACA, Grove brings a wealth of experience in public policy and leadership to PACA. As a Pennsylvania state representative, the association says Grove advocated for economic development and infrastructure investment. The association says his expertise in legislative affairs and industry-related issues suit him well for PACA’s next chapter.

“PACA is fortunate to have Seth Grove at the helm as we continue to advance the interests of Pennsylvania’s aggregates, concrete and cement industries,” says Jamie Stilley, president at Amerikohl Aggregates who serves as PACA board chairperson. “His leadership and policy experience will be invaluable in strengthening our industry’s role in the state’s economy.”

Stilley also lauded Vlahos’ contributions to PACA.

“Peter’s leadership has been instrumental in PACA’s growth and success,” Stilley says. “We are grateful for his years of commitment and look forward to his continued guidance during the transition.”

Related: PACA develops new playbook in Pennsylvania (2023)

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Find out what Tom Hill shared during his induction remarks last month as he was enshrined in the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame.

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Getting his start in aggregates nearly 50 years ago, Vulcan Materials’ Tom Hill has established himself as a household name in the industry. Hill was inducted on March 24 into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. Below are highlights from Hill’s induction speech, which can be viewed in full here.

ON BEING INDUCTED INTO THE PIT & QUARRY HALL OF FAME: This award – I’m very honored by it. I’m humbled. If you look at the past inductees in this Hall of Fame and the current ones tonight, this is a humbling place to be. For all of you here, thank you for your presence. For me, again, this is quite the honor. What I didn’t realize was that the past Hall of Fame members vote on us. The vote for me was really close. For those of you Hall of Fame members who voted often and numerous times for me, thank you very much. I appreciate your support.

ON THE REST OF THE CLASS OF 2025: To my fellow inductees: Wow. What careers. Over the past decades, you gentlemen have made my life better. I’m an operator. To those of you that served us and had the engineering marvels and the aptitude to make our life better, thank you very much.

ON THE SUPPORT HE’S RECEIVED FROM HIS WIFE: Thank you very much to my bride, Melanie. Honey, thank you for your love, thank you for your support and thank you for your patience. For those of you that are rock crushing guys, our brides or our spouses have to have patience. So, honey, thanks for years of patience and putting up with the rock business.

ON THE AGGREGATE INDUSTRY: The aggregate business is one of the most phenomenal businesses in the United States. We get to build America. Nothing gets built without us. We’re in the foundation of everything that gets built. We enjoy phenomenal friendships and a great industry, and along the way we make a little bit of money. What a great place to be.

The reason it is such a great industry is because of all my colleagues in the aggregates businesses and the supporting businesses that support aggregates. So, to all of my friends, thank you for making this industry great. It is you that makes it stand out. And for many of you who are here, thank you for the friendships that I’ve experienced with you over the past 30 to 40 years.

ON THE PEOPLE OF VULCAN: This award really belongs to my Vulcan colleagues. I get the honor of representing 12,000 employees of Vulcan Materials, and it’s quite the honor. But the work really comes down to the people that really make Vulcan great. So, to all of my Vulcan colleagues, thank you for your hard work, your tenacity and your success. This award actually belongs to you.

For more on the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, click here. To learn about Tom Hill and his impact on the industry, read his Hall of Fame profile. 

Related: Watch Vulcan‘ Tom Hill deliver his Hall of Fame induction speech

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