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The Future of Digitization in Quarries - Technology

Join David Hunter and Sensoteq's Helen Sheehy as they explore the future of quarry digitization, discussing sensors, condition monitoring and predictive maintenance that improve reliability and reduce downtime.

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The Future of Digitization in Quarries - Technology

Join David Hunter and Sensoteq's Helen Sheehy as they explore the future of quarry digitization, discussing sensors, condition monitoring and predictive maintenance that improve reliability and reduce... See more

31 min

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Selecting The Right Aggregate Washing Equipment

Join Rick Madara and Mike Fleet as they discuss how to select the right aggregate washing equipment, covering feed characteristics, contaminants and technologies that improve product quality and maximize material recovery.

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Selecting The Right Aggregate Washing Equipment

Join Rick Madara and Mike Fleet as they discuss how to select the right aggregate washing equipment, covering feed characteristics, contaminants and technologies that improve product quality and maxim... See more

32 min

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Rock Solid Stories

Join host Mark Krause and NSSGA President & CEO Michele Stanley for the latest Rock Solid Stories episode as they reflect on Michele's career journey in the aggregates industry, the role and impact of NSSGA, and the lessons she's learned along the way.

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Rock Solid Stories

Join host Mark Krause and NSSGA President & CEO Michele Stanley for the latest Rock Solid Stories episode as they reflect on Michele's career journey in the aggregates industry, the role and impac... See more

33 min

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Best Practices for Aggregate Crushing

Description is Join us as 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Nick Ford and Mark Krause discuss best practices for aggregate crushing, from selecting the right crusher and managing feed material to optimizing performance and reducing downtime. Learn how proper crusher operation, maintenance strategies and material preparation can improve product quality, increase efficiency and lower cost per ton across your operation.

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Best Practices for Aggregate Crushing

Description is Join us as 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Nick Ford and Mark Krause discuss best practices for aggregate crushing, from selecting the right crusher and managing feed material to optimizing performance and... See more

48 min

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Designing Wobbler Feeders For Tropical Environments

Join us as experts Dave Imler and Blake Pinckney explore how wobbler feeders handle sticky, high-moisture materials and perform in challenging applications, with insights on design considerations, operation and optimizing overall system efficiency.

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Designing Wobbler Feeders For Tropical Environments

Join us as experts Dave Imler and Blake Pinckney explore how wobbler feeders handle sticky, high-moisture materials and perform in challenging applications, with insights on design considerations, ope... See more

29 min

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Countdown To Hillhead

Join us as David Hunter and Mark Sanders preview Hillhead, sharing what to expect from the UK’s largest quarrying, construction and recycling show, as well as key highlights on the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø stand and why it’s a must-attend event for industry professionals.

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Countdown To Hillhead

Join us as David Hunter and Mark Sanders preview Hillhead, sharing what to expect from the UK’s largest quarrying, construction and recycling show, as well as key highlights on the 51³Ô¹ÏÍø stand and... See more

16 min

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Rock Solid Stories

Join us as Mark Krause kicks off our new Rock Solid Stories series, sharing insights from his decades-long career, along with lessons learned, industry changes and advice for the next generation of mining and aggregates professionals.

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Rock Solid Stories

Join us as Mark Krause kicks off our new Rock Solid Stories series, sharing insights from his decades-long career, along with lessons learned, industry changes and advice for the next generation of mi... See more

23 min

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Tailings Management Strategies and Solutions

Join us as experts Lee Hillyer and Mark Taylor examine tailings management strategies, from dry stacking to thickened tailings and cemented paste backfill, to balance safety, cost and sustainability.

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Tailings Management Strategies and Solutions

Join us as experts Lee Hillyer and Mark Taylor examine tailings management strategies, from dry stacking to thickened tailings and cemented paste backfill, to balance safety, cost and sustainability.

30 min

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The Future of Digitization in Quarries

Join us on Groundwork to explore quarry digitization with CheckProof, covering sensors, AI, maintenance and safety tools that cut downtime, costs and preserve site knowledge.

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The Future of Digitization in Quarries

Join us on Groundwork to explore quarry digitization with CheckProof, covering sensors, AI, maintenance and safety tools that cut downtime, costs and preserve site knowledge.

41 min

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Mining Without a Mine

Join us as 51³Ô¹ÏÍø experts Neil Mullan and Scott O’Brien explore urban mining, sharing how C&D recycling and wet processing turn city waste into value.

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Mining Without a Mine

Join us as 51³Ô¹ÏÍø experts Neil Mullan and Scott O’Brien explore urban mining, sharing how C&D recycling and wet processing turn city waste into value.

29 min

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Improving Sustainability in Crushing and Screening

On this episode of Groundwork, host Nick Ford talks with Kevin Greer about improving sustainability in crushing and screening operations, like that of CalPortland. They explore predictive maintenance, dust control and energy‑efficient upgrades that benefit producers.

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Improving Sustainability in Crushing and Screening

On this episode of Groundwork, host Nick Ford talks with Kevin Greer about improving sustainability in crushing and screening operations, like that of CalPortland. They explore predictive maintenance,... See more

27 min

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Catching up with Industry Veterans at CONEXPO

Join us as we catch up with aggregate producers Mathew Stewart, Ben Tidwell and Jason Voss at CONEXPO last week. Listen as they share their experiences at North America's largest construction trade show.

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Catching up with Industry Veterans at CONEXPO

Join us as we catch up with aggregate producers Mathew Stewart, Ben Tidwell and Jason Voss at CONEXPO last week. Listen as they share their experiences at North America's largest construction trade sh... See more

12 min

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Iron Ore Processing Challenges and Solutions

Join Luka Vasev and Richard Williams as they discuss solutions for iron ore processing challenges, such as ore quality, tailings disposal, equipment availability and more.

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Iron Ore Processing Challenges and Solutions

Join Luka Vasev and Richard Williams as they discuss solutions for iron ore processing challenges, such as ore quality, tailings disposal, equipment availability and more.

34 min

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Troubleshooting Tips for Aggregate Wash Plants

Wes Edevane and Daniel Miles from Process Machinery Inc. tackle common wash plant challenges, from lost fines to high moisture. They explore scavenger systems, dewatering screens and cyclone technology, discussing how proper sizing, optimization and maintenance help to keep sand in spec.

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Troubleshooting Tips for Aggregate Wash Plants

Wes Edevane and Daniel Miles from Process Machinery Inc. tackle common wash plant challenges, from lost fines to high moisture. They explore scavenger systems, dewatering screens and cyclone technolog... See more

31 min

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Understanding Screen Media: Wire Cloth vs Urethane vs Rubber

Nick Ford kicks off Season 2 of Groundwork with TEMA ISENMANN experts Jimmy True and Nick Pyszka to discuss the three most common types of screen media. They explore the pros and cons of each and explain how application details influence the right choice for efficient screening.

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Understanding Screen Media: Wire Cloth vs Urethane vs Rubber

Nick Ford kicks off Season 2 of Groundwork with TEMA ISENMANN experts Jimmy True and Nick Pyszka to discuss the three most common types of screen media. They explore the pros and cons of each and expl... See more

34 min

Season 1

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Looking Back at the Aggregate and Mining Industries in 2025

Hosts David Hunter and Rick Madara reflect on trends and challenges the aggregate and mining industries saw in 2025. They also look ahead to 2026 and preview 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's attendance at major global trade shows.

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Looking Back at the Aggregate and Mining Industries in 2025

Hosts David Hunter and Rick Madara reflect on trends and challenges the aggregate and mining industries saw in 2025. They also look ahead to 2026 and preview 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's attendance at major global tra... See more

19 min

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Digging into Industrial Sands: From Mining to Processing to End Use

Explore industrial sands with Pedro Freire and Patrick Rockwell as they discuss production processes, quality factors and their role in critical applications.

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Digging into Industrial Sands: From Mining to Processing to End Use

Explore industrial sands with Pedro Freire and Patrick Rockwell as they discuss production processes, quality factors and their role in critical applications.

25 min

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Collecting Field Samples

Hosts Matthew Lear and Joel Walstrom discuss the proper way to take a field sample from a sand washing plant and how to send that sample to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's lab for analysis.

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Collecting Field Samples

Hosts Matthew Lear and Joel Walstrom discuss the proper way to take a field sample from a sand washing plant and how to send that sample to 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's lab for analysis.

20 min

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Cross Belt Samplers vs Falling Stream Samplers: Choosing the right sampler for your application

Join hosts Adam Orner and Sam Crawford as they talk about the best applications for Cross Belt Samplers and Falling Stream Samplers for various aggregate and mining operations. They also look at different application details and discuss the process behind selecting the right sampling system for those projects.

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Cross Belt Samplers vs Falling Stream Samplers: Choosing the right sampler for your application

Join hosts Adam Orner and Sam Crawford as they talk about the best applications for Cross Belt Samplers and Falling Stream Samplers for various aggregate and mining operations. They also look at diffe... See more

33 min

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The Importance of Recycled Aggregate in Dving Sustainability

Join Neil Mullan and Construction & Demolition Recycling Association board members John Thomas and Lauren Asfour as they discuss evolving technologies in the processing of C&D waste for reuse.

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The Importance of Recycled Aggregate in Dving Sustainability

Join Neil Mullan and Construction & Demolition Recycling Association board members John Thomas and Lauren Asfour as they discuss evolving technologies in the processing of C&D waste for reuse.

40 min

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Dairy Housing: Trends For Ultimate Cow Comfort

Renee Schrift and Jake Martin discuss how factors such as climate and cow size affect freestall barn design, as well as how stall design, management and overcrowding play into overall dairy cow comfort.

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Dairy Housing: Trends For Ultimate Cow Comfort

Renee Schrift and Jake Martin discuss how factors such as climate and cow size affect freestall barn design, as well as how stall design, management and overcrowding play into overall dairy cow comfor... See more

45 min

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Preventing Slurry Pump Failures: Key Maintenance Practices and Upkeep Strategies

Pumps are the heart of a wet processing system, so it is crucial that they are maintained to ensure uninterrupted material flow through the plant. Listen as Alan Bennetts and Tony Bryant discuss preventative maintenance for Pumps, tips and tricks for performing maintenance and key winterization information.

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Preventing Slurry Pump Failures: Key Maintenance Practices and Upkeep Strategies

Pumps are the heart of a wet processing system, so it is crucial that they are maintained to ensure uninterrupted material flow through the plant. Listen as Alan Bennetts and Tony Bryant discuss preve... See more

32 min

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Breaking Down the Types of Mining Crushers

Lee Hillyer and Bevan McLachlan discuss the pros and cons of Jaw Crushers, Gyratory Crushers, Cone Crushers, Roll Crushers, Sizers, Feeder-Breakers and more for mineral processing applications.

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Breaking Down the Types of Mining Crushers

Lee Hillyer and Bevan McLachlan discuss the pros and cons of Jaw Crushers, Gyratory Crushers, Cone Crushers, Roll Crushers, Sizers, Feeder-Breakers and more for mineral processing applications.

54 min

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Sustainable Solutions for Tailings Management

Hosts David Hunter and Cory Jenson discuss the trouble with tailings and how to manage them more sustainably using Thickeners and Filter Presses as an alternative to settling ponds. They explore how this equipment is used to recover reusable process water and produce a drip-free solids material from the wash plant waste stream.

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Sustainable Solutions for Tailings Management

Hosts David Hunter and Cory Jenson discuss the trouble with tailings and how to manage them more sustainably using Thickeners and Filter Presses as an alternative to settling ponds. They explore how t... See more

37 min

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The Benefits of Fines Recovery in Aggregate Applications

Join Wes Edevane and Matthew Lear as they discuss how to recover good fines to put back into your product pile. They also talk about how to capture ultra fines from the waste stream to reduce pond maintenance and cleanout frequency.

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The Benefits of Fines Recovery in Aggregate Applications

Join Wes Edevane and Matthew Lear as they discuss how to recover good fines to put back into your product pile. They also talk about how to capture ultra fines from the waste stream to reduce pond mai... See more

30 min

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Inside Scrubbing Equipment: Key Technologies for Mining Operations

Hosts Geordie Edmiston and Tyler Piper discuss how Rotary Scrubbers are used in mining processes to remove deleterious materials. They also share details from Scrubber projects in limestone, iron ore and oil sands applications.

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Inside Scrubbing Equipment: Key Technologies for Mining Operations

Hosts Geordie Edmiston and Tyler Piper discuss how Rotary Scrubbers are used in mining processes to remove deleterious materials. They also share details from Scrubber projects in limestone, iron ore ... See more

24 min

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Celebrating 190 Years of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø

President and CEO Sean 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and Chairman of the Board Mike 51³Ô¹ÏÍø reflect on 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's history as one of the oldest family-owned businesses in the United States. Listen as they share their proudest moments, what's next for the company and what it takes to reach 190 years in business.

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Celebrating 190 Years of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø

President and CEO Sean 51³Ô¹ÏÍø and Chairman of the Board Mike 51³Ô¹ÏÍø reflect on 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's history as one of the oldest family-owned businesses in the United States. Listen as they share their p... See more

26 min

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Understanding Apron Feeders, Drag Feeders and Wobbler Feeders in Mining Applications

Hosts Lee Hillyer and Peter Bone discuss different types of Feeders used in minerals processing and for which applications each type is best suited.

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Understanding Apron Feeders, Drag Feeders and Wobbler Feeders in Mining Applications

Hosts Lee Hillyer and Peter Bone discuss different types of Feeders used in minerals processing and for which applications each type is best suited.

34 min

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Water Management In Aggregate Operations: Why Dewatering Matters

Hosts Alan Bennetts and Mike Baxter discuss all the ways water impacts a mine site. They also share how to get water out of products ahead of stockpiling and how to recover water for reuse in the wash plant using dewatering equipment.

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Water Management In Aggregate Operations: Why Dewatering Matters

Hosts Alan Bennetts and Mike Baxter discuss all the ways water impacts a mine site. They also share how to get water out of products ahead of stockpiling and how to recover water for reuse in the wash... See more

52 min

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Comparing New And Recycled Sand For Dairy Cow Bedding

Hosts Renee Schrift and David Reid, DVM discuss the benefits of sand for dairy cow bedding as well as share tips on how to manage new and recycled sand bedding for happy, healthy and comfortable cows.

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Comparing New And Recycled Sand For Dairy Cow Bedding

Hosts Renee Schrift and David Reid, DVM discuss the benefits of sand for dairy cow bedding as well as share tips on how to manage new and recycled sand bedding for happy, healthy and comfortable cows.

42 min

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Introducing QUICKCHANGEâ„¢, the Rapid Filter Cloth Changing System from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø

Cory Jenson hosts this special podcast detailing 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's new patents-pending QuickChangeâ„¢ filter cloth changeout system that allows operators to change filter cloths in less than one minute without having to climb on top of or inside the filter press.

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Introducing QUICKCHANGEâ„¢, the Rapid Filter Cloth Changing System from 51³Ô¹ÏÍø

Cory Jenson hosts this special podcast detailing 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's new patents-pending QuickChangeâ„¢ filter cloth changeout system that allows operators to change filter cloths in less than one minute withou... See more

15 min

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Optimizing Frac Sand Production For Consistency and Quality

Hosts Pedro Freire and Patrick Rockwell discuss what frac sand is, the characteristics of frac sand and how to process frac sand after it is mined to ensure a consistent and quality product.

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Optimizing Frac Sand Production For Consistency and Quality

Hosts Pedro Freire and Patrick Rockwell discuss what frac sand is, the characteristics of frac sand and how to process frac sand after it is mined to ensure a consistent and quality product.

35 min

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Post-Show Pulse On Aggregates After Agg1 and Bauma

Hosts David Hunter and Rick Madara discuss challenges the aggregates industry is facing in 2025, including tariffs and finding and retaining talent.

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Post-Show Pulse On Aggregates After Agg1 and Bauma

Hosts David Hunter and Rick Madara discuss challenges the aggregates industry is facing in 2025, including tariffs and finding and retaining talent.

33 min

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Best Types of Crushers for C&D Recycling

Hosts Nick Ford, Alistair Forsyth and Liam Holland discuss how stationary, portable, tracked and compact crushers are used for turning construction and demolition waste into a valuable resource.

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Best Types of Crushers for C&D Recycling

Hosts Nick Ford, Alistair Forsyth and Liam Holland discuss how stationary, portable, tracked and compact crushers are used for turning construction and demolition waste into a valuable resource.

65 min

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Screening Success: How To Choose The Right Aggregate Screen

Screens are the cashbox of an aggregate plant. Join hosts Nick Ford and Jack Robinson as they discuss the principles of screening and factors to consider when choosing a screen for your aggregate application.

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Screening Success: How To Choose The Right Aggregate Screen

Screens are the cashbox of an aggregate plant. Join hosts Nick Ford and Jack Robinson as they discuss the principles of screening and factors to consider when choosing a screen for your aggregate appl... See more

60 min

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From Classic to Cutting Edge: The Evolution of Sand Washing Equipment

Washing is an important step in the production of high-quality construction sand products. Listen as hosts Rick Madara and Alan Bennetts discuss types of sand washing equipment, including Fine Material Screw Washers, Sand Classifying Tanks, Hydrocyclones, Attrition Cells and more.

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From Classic to Cutting Edge: The Evolution of Sand Washing Equipment

Washing is an important step in the production of high-quality construction sand products. Listen as hosts Rick Madara and Alan Bennetts discuss types of sand washing equipment, including Fine Materia... See more

45 min

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AGG 1 Preview: Looking Ahead to the Aggregate Industry's Leading Education Program and Expo

Join hosts Andrea Ritchey and Mark Krause as they preview AGG1 taking place March 25-27, including their favorite memories from past AGG1 shows, things to do in St. Louis, MO, and more!

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AGG 1 Preview: Looking Ahead to the Aggregate Industry's Leading Education Program and Expo

Join hosts Andrea Ritchey and Mark Krause as they preview AGG1 taking place March 25-27, including their favorite memories from past AGG1 shows, things to do in St. Louis, MO, and more!

33 min

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Managing Manure Like A Pro: Essential Equipment Every Dairy Farm Needs

Manure management is a challenge for all dairies. Listen as Renee Schrift and Mark Sell discuss systems for manure conveyance and systems for pre-treating manure ahead of anaerobic digestion or storage.

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Managing Manure Like A Pro: Essential Equipment Every Dairy Farm Needs

Manure management is a challenge for all dairies. Listen as Renee Schrift and Mark Sell discuss systems for manure conveyance and systems for pre-treating manure ahead of anaerobic digestion or storag... See more

63 min

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Tailings For The Future: How Sustainability Is Shaping The Mining Industry

Tailings are a byproduct of mining that consist of reject material and process liquid. They are typically stored in tailings storage facilities or dams, but these can present a number of challenges. Listen as Scott O'Brien and Richard Williams discuss sustainable alternatives to tailings dams, including equipment for recovering reusable process liquid and creating filtered "dry stack" tailings.

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Tailings For The Future: How Sustainability Is Shaping The Mining Industry

Tailings are a byproduct of mining that consist of reject material and process liquid. They are typically stored in tailings storage facilities or dams, but these can present a number of challenges. L... See more

40 min

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How Recycled Aggregates Are Made

What are recycled aggregates? What are they used for? Where do they come from? Join hosts Neil Mullan and Donal McNicholl as they discuss how to process recycled aggregates for use in construction projects.

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How Recycled Aggregates Are Made

What are recycled aggregates? What are they used for? Where do they come from? Join hosts Neil Mullan and Donal McNicholl as they discuss how to process recycled aggregates for use in construction pro... See more

57 min