Portable Plants magazine

09/11/2026

MAJOR is moving into a 125,000-sq.-ft. facility in Schertz, Texas, more than doubling its footprint there.

The company says the expansion will boost Flex-Mat production by 20 percent and woven finishing capacity by 40 percent.

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(Photo: Major)

Major is transitioning operations to a new facility in Schertz, Texas, replacing its nearby former location. The new facility is Major’s fourth in North America, joining locations in Fife, Washington; Candiac, Quebec; and St. Catharines, Ontario. Outside of North America, Major serves European cus...

09/10/2026

Conveyors are among the most essential – and most frequently used – components in an aggregates operation. Keeping them productive requires more than reacting when a problem occurs.

From material flow and component condition to maintenance practices and worker safety, a deliberate approach to conveying can help producers reduce disruptions and run more efficiently.

Read more from Smiley Monroe Group's Morgan Walker. ⬇️

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A proactive approach to maintaining material handling equipment can save an operation time and money in the long run.

09/09/2026

Screen media selection can influence far more than a screening plant’s immediate performance. The right choice can help producers improve efficiency, achieve consistent product sizing, reduce wear and manage maintenance demands.

Lee Williamson with EDGE Innovate examines why screen media selection matters and the factors operators should weigh for their specific material and application.

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Every operation is different, so choosing the right screen media starts with knowing what to look for.

09/08/2026

In the construction materials industry, the right dealer relationship goes beyond the sale.

McCar Companies and Powerscreen Texas show how those elements can create a partnership built to last. Their relationship reflects the value of aligning equipment needs with dependable, long-term dealer support.

Read the whole story on Portable Plants. ⬇️

(Photo: Molson Group)

Through a dealer partnership formed more than six years ago, one producer is increasing production and improving sustainability efforts.

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from Portable Plants!

Today, we recognize the hard work, dedication and contributions of the people who keep the aggregates industry moving forward. 💪🏻

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09/03/2026

Anaconda Equipment showcased its I14R tracked impact crusher during its first U.S. open day at Baschmann Services in Elma, New York, giving attendees an up-close look at the compact machine’s capabilities in action.

Read more about the event and the equipment featured here. 👇

(Photo: Portable Plants Staff)

Anaconda showcased its latest mobile crusher during its inaugural U.S. dealer event.

09/02/2026

Texas remains a powerhouse for construction materials – and continued growth is fueling demand for aggregates across the state.

See what’s driving activity and what it means for producers, contractors and the broader construction market.

Read more below. ⬇️

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Texas is regularly a top-performing state when it comes to construction materials, and, so far, 2026 has been no different.

09/01/2026

Construction’s economic outlook is anything but one-size-fits-all. While some segments are seeing rapid growth, others face a more uncertain path ahead.

Read Portable Plants’ midyear look at the forces shaping the construction economy – and what they could mean for producers, contractors and equipment decisions. 👇

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While some sectors have experienced seemingly exponential growth, others have sputtered over the first half of the year.

08/31/2026

CDE Group named Maverick Environmental Equipment its dealer for Indiana, Michigan and Ohio. Maverick will provide a suite of CDE solutions, including parts, to the three states.

Find out more. ⬇️

Maverick Environmental Equipment will provide CDE solutions and parts to Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.

08/31/2026

What will it take to prepare aggregate operations for the next generation?

From evolving equipment needs to workforce considerations, industry leaders are looking ahead at what comes next. Read more below. 👇

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The construction materials industry holds decades of hard-earned knowledge that risks disappearing as veteran employees retire.