Astec Industries, Inc. announced appointment of Mr. Barry Ruffalo as its President and Chief Executive Officer to be effective on August 12, 2019. Mr. Ruffalo has also been elected to the Board of Directors. Mr. Ruffalo will join the Board of directors as a Class I director and will stand for re-election at the Company's 2020 annual meeting.

On the effective date of Mr. Ruffalos appointment, Richard Dorris, Interim Chief Executive Officer, will resume his role as Chief Operating Officer.