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Kleemann experts at Wirtgen Deutschland Vertriebs- und Service GmbH will assume responsibility for the sales and distribution of selected CDE products in Germany. The sales cooperation will begin in September.

The project is scheduled to begin in the fall, with the quarry growing from four to 53 hectares over 40 years. August 27, 2026 By Rock to Road Staff The Sturk Quarry in Morristown, Nova Scotia has received environmental assessment approval to expand. The quarry, operated by Prospect Industrial Equipment Sales and Rentals Limited, received its approval on August 26. The project is scheduled to begin in the fall, with the quarry growing from four to 53 hectares over 40 years.

Benninghoven is expanding its portfolio with the launch of the new CORE, a cost-effective asphalt mixing plant The company says the CORE combines a clearly defined range of options, a streamlined design, transport and assembly concept and state-of-the-art technology. The mobile, highly flexible asphalt mixing plant uses the batch principle. Benninghoven says its large variety of recipes and RAP material content of up to 40 per cent enable the production of high quality asphalt mixtures.

Superior has selected Lauren DeBow to guide product development, market strategy, training initiatives and sales support for its portfolio of wet processing equipment as Washing Product Manager. DeBow brings 12 years of aggregate processing experience to the position. Her career spans equipment applications, technical sales, and product management.

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) has issued a statement in regards to ongoing trade disputes between Canada and the United States. “AED is disappointed that the United States and Canada could not come to a trade agreement during recent negotiations,” the statement reads. “However, our resolve remains strong.” “AED has always had a stance supporting free and fair trade in North America, as the best means for achieving economic prosperity and growth in the sectors our members serve.

Ontario and Aroland First Nation have officially commenced work on major upgrades to the Anaconda and Painter Lake roads as of June 30, 2026. Preliminary design and early works to expand the Anaconda and Painter Lake roads began in June and are already underway, with the roads scheduled to be open by November 2030, putting it two years ahead of schedule, the province says. The project will upgrade 97 kilometres of roads and replace all 62 culverts along the corridor to improve drainage.

The CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 trade show in Las Vegas showcased cutting-edge paving machinery from leading manufacturers, including Astec, Vögele, BOMAG, and Caterpillar, from March 2 to 7. The event highlighted advancements in technology and operator comfort, reflecting the evolving needs of the construction workforce. Astec's RP-195F paver features a 13.8-ton hopper and advanced operator controls for enhanced visibility and comfort.

The signs of a clogged silo, hopper, or chute are obvious. Nothing is discharging from the spout, material is compacted or there’s spillage from either overflow or conveyor backup. When production stops, workers sometimes get creative by hitting the side of the vessel with tools or strapping on a harness to go inside, both creating safety hazards. In response, air cannons have become a viable alternative across bulk handling sectors.

A new quarry proposal for Pearl Carrick Road in Ramara is facing pushback from the Township Council, who have objected to the issuance of an Aggregate Resources Act (ARA) license. As reported by OrilliaMatters.com, comments drafted by members of the Township of Ramara Council indicate Brand X Materials & Supply Inc. has proposed a new 43.3-hectare quarry with an extraction area of 34.4 hectares.

More than 1,100 turtle eggs from four different species were safely collected and protected during recent road work along Twelve Mile Bay Road. Before and during construction, teams from Generations Effect and the Moose Deer Point First Nation Lands Department carefully checked work areas for turtles and nesting activity, says a community update from the District Municipality of Muskoka.