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The International Social Security Association honored Kleemann for its lock-and-turn quick access system, which is installed as standard on the Mobirex MR 100 NEO.

The system allows operators to open and close the crusher housing at the push of a button – but only after the rotor has come to a complete stop.

Learn more about the system and the award. ⬇️

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Kleemann wins safety award for crusher innovation | Pit & Quarry The company’s lock and turn quick access system was recognized for improving operator safety and simplifying maintenance procedures.

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Dave McCracken, technical sales director at Astec Industries, Inc., joined P&Q’s Jack Kopanski to offer insights into common – yet often hidden – issues that costi aggregate operations time and money.

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Episode 69: Combatting hidden losses with Astec's Dave McCracken | Pit & Quarry Astec's Dave McCracken offers insights into common – yet often hidden – issues that are costing aggregate operations time and money.

The International Social Security Association () honored Kleemann for its lock-and-turn quick access system, which is installed as standard on the Mobirex MR 100 NEO.

The system allows operators to open and close the crusher housing at the push of a button – but only after the rotor has come to a complete stop.

Learn more about the system and the award. ⬇️

(Photo: Kleemann)

Kleemann wins safety award for crusher innovation | Pit & Quarry The company’s lock and turn quick access system was recognized for improving operator safety and simplifying maintenance procedures.

Vulcan Materials Company is showing how operational challenges can become long-term sustainability wins.

At its Franklin Quarry in Tennessee, a water management challenge became an opportunity to improve efficiency and support more responsible aggregate production.

Find out more. ⬇️

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Vulcan turns water challenge into sustainable success | Pit & Quarry How Vulcan Materials’ Franklin Quarry cut water costs and recovers fines with a closed-loop system.

Breedon Group plc completed the acquisition of Falling Springs Quarry from Casper Stolle Quarry & Contracting Co. in a deal valued at $120 million.

ranks Casper Stone Quarry/Falling Springs Quarry as the No. 89 crushed stone producer in the U.S.

Says Rob Wood, CEO of Breedon Group: “The is well-invested, highly cash generative and extremely complementary to our existing operations in the St Louis area, supporting our long-term growth ambitions in the United States.”

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Breedon bolts on Falling Springs Quarry with acquisition | Pit & Quarry The operation in Dupo, Illinois, produces more than 2.2 million metric tons per year.

Komatsu is expanding its customer support and infrastructure in the Western U.S. with the planned opening of a new parts distribution facility in Mesa, Arizona.

The new location is intended to strengthen regional parts availability, improve delivery responsiveness, and help dealers and customers maximize equipment uptime across the region. Read more. ⬇️

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Komatsu to open parts distribution facility in Arizona | Pit & Quarry The new parts distribution facility in Mesa, Arizona, is scheduled to open by the end of the year and will help dealers and customers maximize equipment uptime across the region.

Silica safety isn’t just about checking a compliance box — it’s about protecting people every day.

In quarrying and aggregates, reducing respirable crystalline silica exposure means prioritizing training, controls and a culture that puts worker health first. Read more below. ⬇️

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Taking silica safety beyond just compliance | Pit & Quarry P&Q contributor Steve Fuller explains how silica risks remain, regardless of MSHA’s regulatory timeline.

Vulcan Materials Company intensified its focus on construction aggregates with the divestiture of its ready-mixed concrete operations in California and the acquisition of Brannan Companies’ southern Colorado and Dallas-Fort Worth operations.

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Vulcan Materials expands footprint with Brannan assets | Pit & Quarry In addition to purchasing Brannan Sand & Gravel operations in Colorado, Vulcan divested its ready-mix operations in California.

Check out the latest in and equipment and technology from Epiroc, Sandvik, Seepex and Dyno Nobel in our June roundup. ⬇️

Drilling and blasting equipment to enhance your operations | Pit & Quarry Check out the latest from Epiroc, Sandvik, Seepex and Dyno Nobel.