The biggest trade show in North America is here, and the biggest brands from the quarrying and aggregates sector are lining up to showcase their innovations for the market.
Every two years, the eyes of the quarrying and aggregates community turn to Las Vegas, Nevada, as ConExpo/Con-Agg takes place.
The biggest North American trade show has returned once again with attendees from across the globe descending on the Las Vegas Convention Center to take in the spectacle.
The 2026 iteration will feature around 2000 exhibitors across 2.9 million square feet of exhibit space and 50 educational sessions, including the sector’s biggest manufacturers and distributors.
“ConExpo/Con-Agg brings the industry together to see the innovations, connect with the leaders and meet the makers who are redefining how the world is built,” ConExpo/Con-Agg show director Dana Wuesthoff said.
“This is where you see how technology, equipment and people are transforming infrastructure, workforce development and community impact. It is not just about observing the future. It is about standing in the middle of it and connecting with the industry leaders who are building it.
“ConExpo/Con-Agg gives you a single, powerful platform to see equipment, experience technology, and learn from innovators across every segment of construction.”
McLanahan
McLanahan celebrated its 190th anniversary in 2025, and now the US-headquartered manufacturer is prepped for a major 2026.
The company will showcase its range of C&D recycling equipment, as well as the latest crushing, screening, washing, and tailings solutions for the aggregate industry. It will also showcase equipment for wet and dry processing of sand, stone, gravel and other aggregate materials at booth C30415 in Central Hall.
The McLanahan stand will include an UltraSAND plant, a redesigned impact crusher, a horizontal screen, a new hard metal pump, and a Hydrocylcone and separator. Live demonstrations of the patents-pending QUICKCHANGE Rapid Filter Cloth Changeout System will be available. Customers can see firsthand how the system allows filter cloths to be changed at ground level, with only one side of the filter cloth needing to be changed at a time.
McLanahan vice president of business development Mark Krause will also lead an educational session, Crushing 101. The session will explore different types of crushers used for material size reduction, the pros and cons of each, how to choose the perfect crusher, and strategies to keep it running.
Caterpillar
Caterpillar is looking to “reshape what’s possible” in the quarrying, aggregates and construction sectors as part of its ConExpo-Con/Agg show.
Caterpillar will host the finale of its Global Operator Challenge (GOC) at the operator stadium situated in its Festival Grounds exhibit (F29929). Nine finalists will compete in the third-ever GOC in challenges of their skill and precision. The company will also showcase its compact construction equipment at its West Hall display (booth W40416) and its industrial diesel engine developments in its South Hall exhibit (S80229). Caterpillar will showcase its technology solutions including the remote-control, semi-autonomous and autonomous capabilities of Cat Command.
The latest VisionLink platform will be on show with improvements in equipment management, productivity and safety. The full fleet solutions with Cat Grade will also be demonstrated for attendees. New grader and dozer models will be included in Caterpillar’s exhibition, including the next generation Cat 150 motor grader offering both joystick and lever controls, and the next generation 160 motor grader with joystick control.
“We look forward to giving attendees an up-close look at Caterpillar’s latest advancements and groundbreaking technologies in the construction industry through our demos, hands-on experiences and interactive exhibits,” Caterpillar group president Tony Fassino said.
“Visitors will see how Caterpillar can solve their toughest challenges as we reshape today’s worksite while providing them an understanding of what is possible in the future.”
Volvo Construction Equipment
Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE) has confirmed several machines will make their debut at ConExpo/ConAgg.
Volvo CE will also host interactive service areas for attendees, where they can access more than 100 product experts at its booth (F24029) in the Festival Grounds.
“‘Power Your Ambition’ represents the spirit of people in the construction and mining industries,” Volvo CE head of region for North America Scott Young said.
“They’re driven to grow their skillsets and their businesses, and Volvo CE is committed to partnering with them to find solutions that help them overcome challenges and reach their goals.”
The Volvo CE booth is set to feature nearly 20 machines, including 14 new or first-looks, and an operating pit in the middle of the booth where attendees can test internal combustion and electric excavator models. The manufacturer has confirmed the 60-tonne A60 articulated hauler and the 70-tonne R70 rigid haul truck will make their show debuts at ConExpo/Con-Agg 2026 with additional product launches taking place at the show.
Metso
Metso is preparing for a major exhibition of its solutions for aggregates producers which it has said will ‘shape the future’ of aggregates processing.
“ConExpo is the perfect stage to demonstrate Metso’s commitment to shaping the future of aggregates processing. Innovation isn’t a slogan for us – it’s the standard our customers rely on,” Metso senior vice president for products business line Vincent Celsi said.
“This year, we are proud to showcase breakthroughs that reflect our core promise: Power you trust. Innovation you expect. From the new Lokotrack EC range and the 50-year legacy of our Nordberg C Series crushers to the launch of our expanded digital portfolio, the new HRC 10 high-capacity roll crusher, and next-generation wear solutions, every advancement we are unveiling is designed to deliver more uptime, more sustainability, and more value.”
At Metso’s booth in the Central Hall (C31832), aggregates contractors and quarry owners can discover solutions to boost productivity and lower their cost per tonne.
Metso will launch its renewed digital portfolio for the aggregates sector. enabling AI-powered predictive maintenance, improving mobile crushing performance and accessing Metso’s products and services.
Metso will debut the new HRC 10 high-capacity roll crusher for aggregates production.
The Lokotrack EC range will be expanded with the introduction of the first cone crusher in the range, the Lokotrack LT350C. The Lokotrack LT350C features the Nordberg HP350e cone crusher and is designed for secondary and tertiary crushing applications. Metso will also showcase a range of screening solutions, including its TSE Series screen and screen media options, at the booth.
ProStack
In an industry where efficiency and mobility define operational success, ProStack has introduced a solution purpose-built for the North American market.
The TW 36-150 radial telescopic conveyor combines impressive capacity with the practical mobility that modern quarrying and mining operations demand. Stretching 150 feet, the TW 36-150 has been engineered from the ground up to meet the requirements of multiple applications across the aggregates sector.
Built at ProStack’s North American manufacturing facility in Mount Vernon, Missouri, the TW 36-150 reflects a comprehensive understanding of the challenges facing operators in this market.
With a stockpile height of 48 feet 10 inches, the TW 36-150 enables operators to create stockpiles with an approximate capacity of 102,696 cubic yards at a standard throughput of 800 tonnes per hour.
For operations where efficient material stockpiling is critical, this capacity translates directly into enhanced productivity and reduced handling costs.
However, raw capacity means little if deployment becomes a bottleneck. ProStack has addressed this challenge by engineering the TW 36-150 to be deployed without tools. This streamlined approach extends to the anchor pad system, where pads rotate and self-lock into position. The result is dramatically reduced setup time and minimal crew involvement, allowing operators to focus on productivity rather than wrestling with deployment procedures.
The TW 36-150 is road transportable across North America. Unlike other radial telescopic conveyors that require dismantling and reassembly with each relocation, the TW 36-150 can be moved intact between jobsites. This mobility fundamentally changes the economics of stockpiling equipment, making it viable for projects where traditional systems would be impractical.
The aggregates industry will have its first opportunity to see the TW 36-150 in person at ConExpo/Con-Agg 2026. ProStack will be showcasing the conveyor at Booth SV2357 in the Silver Lot, where visitors can learn more about the TW 36-150.
CDE
CDE plans to showcase how its expertise in the sand and aggregates market and how its solutions continue to unlock value from waste materials.
The CDE team will be located at booth C30272 in the Central Hall. CDE founder and chief executive officer Tony Convery said the sand and aggregates market in the US is ever-changing, and now, businesses operating in the sector are having to adapt.
“As the industry moves, so do we. We’re continuing [to] see intense growth in the waste recycling space, and we’re keen to showcase how our solutions have been supporting our customers over the years to transform waste material into valuable products for use in the construction industry,” Convery said.
“We know that across the globe sand resources are dwindling. We all have a role to play in creating a circular economy and for us at CDE that role is providing robust solutions that can enable materials processors to provide high-quality recycled aggregates.”
CDE’s stand will feature some of its pioneering technologies. This will include its EvoWash, a Rotomax, and a Fine Screen, as well as incorporating VR technology on the stand, and showing presentation sessions throughout the show on topics such as premature wear and processing tough materials. AB
