Asphalt Contractor provides HMA material producers, highway contractors and public works officials with critical "how-to" information on the process of HMA production, paving, and compaction. It also delivers the latest information and updates on equipment for the on-road paving industry. Asphalt Contractor is the only magazine that is dedicated to asphalt producers and contractors.

Cooperation Key to ODOT's I-405 Fast-Track Paving Project

Coordinating four full directional weekend closures to rehabilitate a busy Portland transportation corridor required the complete cooperation of ODOT, contractors and motorists.

By Greg Udelhofen

Oscillation Compaction Helps Accelerate a 140,000-ton Interstate Overlay

A South Carolina asphalt contractor relies on high-frequency Hamm rollers to get the job done.

Innovative Paving Products

By Asphalt Contractor Staff

Micro Surfacing Solution Addresses 1-29 Rutting

A heavily-traveled section of Interstate 29 north of Fargo, ND, receives a smoother ride with $2 million micro surfacing preservation treatment.

By Greg Udelhofen

Pavement Preservation Products

By Asphalt Contractor Staff

Hawbaker Warming Up to Warm Mix

A Pennsylvania asphalt producer/contractor installs Gencor Ultrafoam GX system and discovers the advantages of warm mix.

Asphalt Production Products

By Asphalt Contractor Staff

Jobs Bill = More Stimulus

A jobs creation bill could provide another boost in highway stimulus funding.

By Greg Udelhofen

Technology Assists in Keeping Equipment Safe & Secure

The use of technology such as GPS tracking and telematics is enabling contractors to reduce both construction equipment losses and operating costs.

By Kim Berndtson