For Construction Pros

The electrically heated Legend Screed System is available for commercial class pavers in the 16,000-lb. and under range. Available for the 8500 and 8515 models with an 8- to 15-ft. paving width, and on the 24,000-lb. 8816 model with an 8- to 15.5-ft...

Product • May 6th, 2013

Sakai 700 Series Vibratory Rollers

The 700 Series includes the SW770 with a single 3,000-vpm frequency and the SW770HF with three frequency settings up to 4,000 vpm. Offer two amplitude settings (low to high .012 to .025 in.) and a 67-in. drum width Spray system consists of one...

Product • May 6th, 2013

AP-1055D Asphalt Paver

The AP-1055D is a high-production, 10-ft. asphalt paver featuring a Cat C7 engine with ACERT technology. + Dual operator stations + Mobil-trac undercarriage or steel track undercarriage + High-capacity cooling package + Material-handling...

Product • May 6th, 2013

TxDOT Unveils First-in-Texas Warning System to Increase Work Zone Safety

System is being implemented as part of the 96-mile, Central Texas I-35 expansion project

Press Release • May 6th, 2013

All Electronic Toll Interchange Wins ASHE Project of the Year Award

American Infrastructure wins American Society of Highway Engineers Project of the Year award in the over $10 million category

News • May 3rd, 2013

Construction News Tracker Video: Construction Hiring Expected to Rise

March construction employment numbers increased and are expected to continue to rise, plus more construction news on the May 2, 2013 edition of Construction News Tracker

Video • May 2nd, 2013

Volvo Plans to Launch 60 New Road Products by 2016

New products introduced at Bauma include P7820C and P8820C ABG tracked asphalt pavers and DD25 double-drum compactor

Press Release • May 1st, 2013

IROCK Expands Dealer Network

Ace Equipment Sales will become the company's New England/New York dealer

Press Release • May 1st, 2013

"Total Recycle Asphalt"

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced plans to construct three overlay demonstration sections featuring the most environmentally friendly hot mix asphalt (HMA) surface mixture ever developed in Illinois and perhaps the nation...

Article • April 30th, 2013

The Retriever

Instrotek releases an all-new USB upgrade for the NCAT Ignition Furnace, the Retriever. Upgrade kit that adds a USB data port to the NCAT Furnace allowing users to instantly access a digital file of NCAT asphalt content test results Ability to...

Product • April 29th, 2013

MC3 Elite Moisture-Density Gauge

InstroTek Inc. offers its MC3 Elite with up-to-date electronics, an easy-to-read display, and superior storage capabilities. Exterior of the MC3 Elite has been redesigned and rigorously field-tested for durability and efficiency Large...

Product • April 29th, 2013

President Obama Taps Charlotte Mayor as Next Transportation Secretary

Industry associations praise the choice

Press Release • April 29th, 2013

Topcon Equipment Helps Set Precise Location for Cranes, Girders During Interstate Remodel in AR

Shooting points for crane location and verifying the position of girders were critical tasks on Little Rock, Ark., interchange project

Article • April 29th, 2013

Highway Trust Fund Financial Woes Discussed by House Budget Committee Members, Witnesses

Members highlight the need for reform, additional participation from private investors and public-private partnerships, and finding federal revenue for systemic investment

Press Release • April 26th, 2013

AASHTO President Testifies On Status of MAP-21 Implementation

Mike Lewis, director of the Rhode Island DOT, testified that reforms are important; will take time to implement

Press Release • April 25th, 2013