Listen-in to Pit & Quarry magazine’s new bi-weekly podcast series. Our hosts, editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski break down the latest print issue, provide industry updates and give you a behind-the scenes look into the people, operations and news affecting our aggregate world. You’ll hear exclusive in-studio and remote interviews from a wide range of industry influencers. For 107 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly U.S. and Canadian aggregate processing information ...
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Episode 28: Equipment and technology trends in aggregates
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On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q editor-in-chief Kevin Yanik discusses what equipment and technology trends emerged in the aggregate industry in 2024, and what trends could be on the horizon in 2025. Five guests join the podcast this week to discuss what’s transpiring across the industry with digitalization, electrification and other areas…
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Episode 27: Autonomous hauling and aggregates
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On the latest episode of "Drilling Deeper," Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by Bibhrajit Halder and Christian Kurasek. Halder, with Safe AI, and Kurasek, with Pronto.ai, discuss what developments are happening in the world of autonomous hauling. You won't want to miss these interviews. Listen to the latest episode of Drilling Deeper now! T…
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Episode 26: 2025 construction sector outlook
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On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski discusses what is ahead for each construction sector for the rest of 2024 and into 2025. Jack is joined by Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America; Richard Branch, chief economist at Dodge Construction Network; and Zack Fritz, COO of Sage …
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Episode 25: What you missed at MINExpo 2024
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On the latest episode of "Drilling Deeper," Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski discuss what transpired at MINExpo International 2024 in Las Vegas. The two are joined on the show floor by several guests who discuss their show experience. Hear from Christian Kurasek (Pronto.ai), Bibhrajit Halder (SafeAI), Jim Chamberlain (Philippi-Hagenbuch), Garry Baldwi…
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Episode 24: Industry economists provide short-term outlook
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On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q managing editor Jack Kopanski discusses the latest economic developments and how they are impacting construction and aggregates. Jack is joined by Ken Simonson, chief economist at the Associated General Contractors of America; Richard Branch, chief economist at Dodge Construction Network; and Zack Fritz, CO…
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Episode 23: Talking dredges with LJ Inc.’s Tracy Slieff
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LJ Inc. vice president Tracy Slieff joins P&Q on the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” visiting with editor-in-chief Kevin Yanik to discuss developments in dredging – including opportunities with autonomy and AI. Slieff details how automation is broadly impacting aggregate operations in 2024, laying out a vision for how technology will make prod…
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Episode 22: Midyear update for construction materials market
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George Reddin and Rob Mineo of FMI Capital Advisors join P&Q on the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” providing a 2024 midyear update on the performance of the construction materials industry – including aggregates, asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. Reddin and Mineo discuss the current state of these construction markets, reflecting on pricing t…
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Episode 21: Peckham Industries’ 100th anniversary
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Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are back with another episode of "Drilling Deeper." On this episode, hear from Peckham Industries CEO Damian Murphy and general manager Gregory Peckham. Murphy and Peckham joined Yanik to discuss the company's centennial celebration, the role of the family business in America, and the value the industry provides to eve…
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Episode 20: Major's Ian Edwards and Dibble Equipment's Matt Dibble
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In this episode, Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by Ian Edwards of Major and Matt Dibble of Dibble Equipment. Major, a manufacturer of high-vibration screen media, established a dealer partnership with Dibble Equipment at the start of 2024. Now, Dibble Equipment represents Major in New Jersey and New York. On this episode, Edwards and Dibb…
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Episode 19: Interview with Goodfellow Corporation's Chris Baron
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In the latest episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by Chris Baron of Goodfellow Corporation. Baron discusses how the company emphasizes growth in markets it currently serves, Goodfellow's relationships with Astec and CDE, the benefits of doing custom designs on-site, and much more. Timestamps: Chris Baron: 3:…
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Episode 18: Interview with Kimball Equipment CEO Kirk Rainbolt
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P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski take an inside look at the rise of the mega dealer on the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” presenting an interview with Kimball Equipment CEO Kirk Rainbolt. Rainbolt, whose company has 12 locations across seven Western states, provides insights into the making of the mega dealer, the power dynamic between dea…
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Episode 17: Command Alkon's Michael Hoagland, HaulHub Technologies' Michael Gallant
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P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski talk technology in the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper.” Michael Hoagland with Command Alkon and Michael Gallant with HaulHub Technologies join the show to discuss the latest software and technology from their respective companies. Hoagland addresses how utilizing the cloud can provide producers with accurate,…
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Episode 16: Mine permitting, water management, screening and more
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On this episode of "Drilling Deeper," P&Q’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are joined by several guests. First, hear from Ben Black and Randy Kunz of Geologic as they discuss mine permitting, how they are utilizing the latest technology for their business and the current perception of the aggregate industry. Xylem’s Ken Albaugh also joins the show t…
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Episode 15: Insights from Capital Aggregates, TerraSource Global & TCI Manufacturing
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On the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski bring you a trio of interviews from companies based out of the Midwest. First, hear from Chris Williams and Jamie Jones of Capital Aggregates (Jefferson City, Missouri) as they discuss what is driving construction materials demand in their region. The duo also hits on the lat…
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Episode 14: Interviews with George Sidney, Matt Dibble, Clement Cazalot and Donny Barnas
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P&Q presents brand-new industry interviews on the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper.” Matt Dibble of Dibble Equipment sits down with P&Q’s Kevin Yanik to talk about the state of the aggregate industry, what’s driving construction materials demand, and how more people can be attracted to the industry. Additionally, you’ll hear from Clement Cazalot …
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Episode 13: Interviews with Hall of Famers Tom Hill, Neil Hise
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The latest episode of "Drilling Deeper" features interviews with two of the newest members of the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame. P&Q's Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski sat down in Nashville ahead of AGG1 with Summit Materials founder Tom Hill and Neil Hise, the former owner and president of Cemco. Hill and Hise both shared stories from their many years in…
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Episode 12: Exhibitors, attendees reflect on AGG1 2024
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Join Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski as they unpack their thoughts and reactions from AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo and the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Kevin and Jack were joined by a variety of AGG1 attendees and exhibitors at the Pit & Quarry booth. In this episode, you'll hear from these aggregate industry members and what they …
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Episode 11: Pit & Quarry at AGG1 2024
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On the latest episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin and Jack provide insights into this year's AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo. Neil Schmidgall, the founder of Superior Industries who was enshrined into the Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame in 2015, joins the show to discuss the Hall of Fame, AGG1 2024 and much more. Later in the show, Kevin and Jack discuss th…
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Episode 10: Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Preview
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In the latest episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski look ahead to the 2024 Pit & Quarry Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, which takes place March 24 in Nashville. The two P&Q editors also break down the history of the Hall of Fame while providing insights into this year's class. Listen as Kevin and Jack discuss the impact Tom Hil…
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Episode 9: P&Q Roundtable (Part 2)
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Pit & Quarry's Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski are back in Cleveland following the 2024 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference to unpack their final thoughts for an episode of "Drilling Deeper." Additionally, John Scepaniak of Wm. D. Scepaniak joined Kevin to discuss how the company fared in 2023, its approach to the workforce, what the company has see…
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Episode 8: P&Q Roundtable (Part 1)
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Pit & Quarry's Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski sat down at PGA National Resort immediately following the 2024 Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference to unpack their initial thoughts for an episode of "Drilling Deeper." Additionally, Thomas Haun with Turner Mining Group joined Kevin to discuss his experience over the years at the Roundtable, technology,…
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Episode 7: Safety and health in aggregates
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In the latest episode of “Drilling Deeper,” Pit & Quarry’s Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski take a deep dive on safety and health as it relates to the aggregate industry. Kevin and Jack detail how safety evolved in recent decades as value No. 1 for producers, discussing the tremendous gains made in pits and quarries and where industry leaders are focu…
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Episode 6: What's trending in aggregates
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Kevin and Jack discuss several trends that emerged or grew in 2023 and how they might carry over into 2024. Specifically, hear the impact that digitalization, sustainability and automation could have this year. Check out episode 6 now! For 107 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through…
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Episode 5: 2023 reflections; 2024 outlook
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Happy New Year, Drilling Deeper listeners! In the first episode of 2024, Kevin Yanik hosts a solo episode in which he looks back at developments that drove 2023’s performance including production totals, pricing, construction starts, the supply chain and more. Additionally, Kevin shares his insight on how he expects factors such as digitalization, …
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Episode 4: P&Q on the road; stories of the year
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On the final 2023 episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin and Jack look back on their fourth-quarter travels and what’s ahead in the first quarter of 2024. Additionally, the two discuss the developments that emerged as their aggregate industry stories of the year for 2023. There is so much more to hear on this episode of Drilling Deeper. Give it a listen…
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Episode 3: Dirt World Summit; economic update
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In this episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin and Jack recap their experience at the inaugural Dirt World Summit, hosted by Build Witt. Hear about key talking points from the summit including workforce retention and attraction, leadership, employee mental health and more. Also, Jack shares his takeaways from a recent conversation with Ken Simonson, chi…
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Episode 2: Supply chain; the evolution of an industry
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In this episode of Drilling Deeper, Kevin and Jack talk about how the supply chain has changed over the last several years. They discuss what producers, manufacturers and dealers are doing to right-size the supply chain, as well as how equipment is moving – or not moving – in different sections of the industry. Also, Kevin shares insights from his …
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Episode 1: Introducing Drilling Deeper
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In this first episode of Pit & Quarry's new podcast, Drilling Deeper, editor-in-chief Kevin Yanik and managing editor Jack Kopanski introduce themselves and lay the groundwork for what their podcast will touch on. Hear how Kevin and Jack got their starts at Pit & Quarry, about their experiences with the magazine and what they hope listeners will ta…
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