Episode 44: July is P&Q’s ‘Dealer Issue’ Month

In the latest episode of Drilling Deeper, hosts Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski shine a spotlight on one of Pit & Quarry’s most anticipated magazine editions of the year: The Dealer Issue. Now in its seventh year, P&Q’s Dealer Issue explores the vital role equipment dealers play across the aggregate industry’s supply chain.

Kevin and Jack dive into this year’s four dealer-centric stories, which include in-depth coverage on tariffs and equipment supply – plus insights from a standout project at Gila River Sand & Gravel.

Also, joining the episode as featured guests are two industry dealers:

•  Rock Machinery president Bryant Fazer shares his perspective on how labor shortages are driving producers to upsize mobile spreads, how tariffs are influencing purchasing decisions and what real-world challenges the industry is facing in global sourcing and supply chain uncertainty.

•  Crush Mode president Micah Tysver presents a look at where the industry stands in 2025, offering commentary on portable versus stationary plants, the staying power of rental models, and how customers are navigating high interest rates while remaining open to new business strategies like leasing.

From reshoring strategies to tariff-induced hesitation, Episode 44 of Drilling Deeper dives into the pressures and opportunities equipment dealers face in today’s market. It’s an essential listen for anyone invested in how distribution and dealer dynamics are shaping the industry.

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Thank you to our show sponsor, Kemper Equipment.

EastRock Solutions is now part of the Kemper Group – and together, they’re raising the bar on parts availability, equipment solutions and turnkey plant design. From the pit to the stockpile, Kemper Group has got your operation covered. 

 To learn more, visit kemperequipment.com or call (610)-273-2066.

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For 108 years, Pit & Quarry magazine has been the premier monthly aggregate processing information source. Through multiple platforms, we deliver the very latest in equipment and technology news and information that is critical for safely achieving the highest level of efficiency and profitability. Editors Kevin Yanik and Jack Kopanski cover the market in print, online and through e-newsletters. As respected industry insiders, they moderate the annual Pit & Quarry Roundtable & Conference and speak at industry conferences and meetings.

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