With a small footprint, rubber tracks, and great versatility, the Komatsu PC88 and PC138 excavator models are excellent for road utility jobs. See why these Komatsu excavators are the machines of choice for Twin Cities contractor Precision Utilities.   Click here to watch the video and lean more!

  As America was growing in the early 1900s, a mine, quarry or other natural resource-based company would be an anchor for a town to develop around. Those enterprises played an integral role by providing not only employment, but a sense of identity for the residents. That was the case for Douds, Iowa.    VIDEO : Komatsu 325-8 haul trucks keep Douds Stone productive VIDEO : Astec stackers & wash plants help Douds Stone manage their quarry efficiently   In the 1920s, a company looking for a source of ag lime and construction began underground mining in the small southeast Iowa town. In 1947, extreme flooding caused the nearby Des Moines River to break its levees and flood the mine. Faced with a flooded underground operation and a submerged equipment fleet, the controlling company walked away from the mine.   The residents of Douds did not.   “The community still wanted to have a source of rock, the jobs and all tha...

  Conor McCue has joined Road Machinery & Supplies Co. as its new Vice President of Mining, starting on Monday, May 12th.  Conor brings 21 years of experience at Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., where he held operations, maintenance, and management roles across four of their mine sites. Most recently, he served as Operations Manager, overseeing the Minorca Mine. “His deep knowledge of the mining industry on the Iron Range and his proven leadership make him an outstanding addition to our team,” said President Russell Sheaffer. Conor holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from the University of North Dakota and an MBA from Regis University. Outside of work, he enjoys archery, hunting, fishing, and spending time with his wife Nichole, their children, and dog. This news coincides with the announcement of Vice President of Northern Operations Jon Anderson’s retirement, coming up this summer. Jon and Conor will work together closely to ensure a smooth transition...

  WATCH VIDEO: https://youtu.be/Jt69nEgsOeE?si=BPSZPk2l-G2xKETg   Road Machinery & Supplies Co. held a ribbon cutting to officially open its new Sioux City branch facility at 5700 Al Haynes Dr, on Tuesday, Feb. 18. Located in Sioux City Expedition Business Park on the southern end of Sioux City, conveniently near the Sioux City Gateway Airport and Interstate 29, the 12,000-square foot branch features two large drive through bays, a wash bay, parts warehouse, conference room, break area, and offices for staff. In addition to size, the facility greatly enhances on the service and repair capabilities that were possible in the original Sioux City branch, which was built in 1946, with high ceilings, larger workspaces, cranes, and technology advancements. At the ceremony, RMS CEO Mike Sill II noted that the investment in the new facility speaks to the growth of the company and its investment in western Iowa, Nebraska and the Dakotas. He thanked the man...