Rick Zettler

Rick Zettler is a freelance writer based in Cedar Rapids, IA.
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Changes in asphalt mixes make them more difficult for contractors to pave and compact, so some contractors are expanding the use of “specialized” equipment like Remix pavers.
Remix Pavers Not Just for the Mainline
Two contractors explain how demand for better mat quality pushed remix pavers into mill-and-fill and commercial paving, and review their cost-effectiveness for the work
December 4, 2017
Construction companies and equipment distributors are evolving their service practices to include paperless workshops to improve efficiency.
Workshop Software Ditches Paper to Slash Machine Downtime
Equipment service software cuts shop paperwork and puts machine histories and machine telematics data at mechanics’ fingertips to help diagnose problems better
October 30, 2017
The six, 10,000-square-foot concrete pours were made on an unshored metal deck cambered 2 in. over a 40-ft. span, making it difficult to achieve a flat surface.
EWI Snags Coveted Golden Trowel with the Aid of the Wacker Neuson CRT 48-35V
Golden Trowel award granted to EWI, which took on a challenging unshored deck application with a Wacker Neuson CRT 48-35V
August 19, 2009
High-speed profilers allow for data storage as fine as every inch of the surface, allowing contractors to pinpoint the location of trouble spots.
Achieving a better profile
Lightweight & high speed profilers bring a science to smoothness.
July 22, 2008
With little or no fine material, the 'popcorn' mix for the open drainage layer allows water to flow away from the concrete pavement.
Productivity taking off
L. L. Pelling employs unique grade system to complete airport paving job.
September 24, 2007
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Dealing With High Oil Prices
Tools to manage the high cost of liquid asphalt.
November 17, 2006
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The Perfect Complement
Northland Paving's mid-sized paver helps the contractor provide complete range of paving services.
October 1, 2004