Operating Engineers Strike in Indiana Expands to Asphalt Plants

A union representing Northwest Indiana operating engineers is expanding its strike to include local asphalt plants, following stalled contract negotiations with contractors groups.

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2024 State of the Road Building Industry: Into the Unknown

A year ago, there was a growing sense that 2023 would see some form of economic recession, but that didn't happen. This contributes to a greater sense of uncertainty as experts look toward 2024. The takeaway? Be prepared for anything.

Green Asphalt: Be Humble and Kick Asphalt

One asphalt plant is doing what many consider as the unthinkable: producing asphalt mixes from 100% reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), and they can convert any asphalt plant to do the same. Extensive testing says it works, but changing opinions is hard.

Weiler P385C Raises the Standard for Commercial Pavers

Weiler P385C Raises the Standard for Commercial Pavers

The P385C raises the standard with more power, improved screed heat system, variable speed conveyors and augers and more robust conveyor drive system.

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Astec Reveals IntelliPac Moisture System for Asphalt Producers

Astec shows off more of what it plans to bring to the show, this time for asphalt plants and producers.

(Left) Austin Watts, owner Sealtite Asphalt, (Right) Jim Dochterman, founder.

How Sealtite Asphalt Increased the Value of Their Business

There are lots of ways the make your business valuation grow over time. Austin Watt of Sealtite Asphalt Maintenance saw the incredible potential in the industry, and decided to go all-in.

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World of Asphalt Preview Guide 2024

The biggest product showcase and event for asphalt producers, pavers, and everything in-between.

Foamix Eco Is Here

Groundbreaking Carbon Neutral Asphalt Material

Prominent construction materials supplier, Aggregate Industries, has launched Foamix Eco, a groundbreaking, onsite asphalt material that can achieve carbon neutral status. Could the UK product see use in the domestic market soon?

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Astec Expands Rock to Road Strategy at World of Asphalt 2024

Five new products and product features will be on display at Astec's booth #1263 where attendees will get a first-hand look at innovative additions to crushing, paving, and milling.

Weiler P385C Raises the Standard for Commercial Pavers

Weiler P385C Raises the Standard for Commercial Pavers

The P385C raises the standard with more power, improved screed heat system, variable speed conveyors and augers and more robust conveyor drive system.

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Building Better Cities: The Future of Transportation Infrastructure

When the people that design transportation infrastructure and the people that build it are on the same page, the future of America's cities will be much brighter than its past.

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The First PAVE/X Smashed Expectations

The inaugural, premier event for pavement maintenance professionals launched this week in downtown San Antonio, TX, and the well attended event exceeded the highest estimates!

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How to Improve Your Heat-Related Illness Prevention Plan

In 2023 there were more "extreme heat" days in the United States that any previous year on record, and 2024 might still top even that. Facing facts about heat-related illness, and properly protecting asphalt workers is more important than ever before.

New NAPA chairman Brady Meldrem, Norris Asphalt Paving Co. giving his opening address to the assembly.

New Chairman Came from Humble Beginning, Cast Big Vision at NAPA Annual 2024

At the Omni Hotel and Resort in Orlando, Fla. the National Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA) held its annual meeting, a new chairman took the reigns, and, in the shadow of an election year, political influence was a hot topic.

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Ammann America Relocates Headquarters

According to the company, strong customer growth has prompted Ammann America to secure a new, larger facility.

In 2024, LeeBoy is Celebrating Our 60th Anniversary! 🥳

In 2024, LeeBoy is Celebrating Our 60th Anniversary! 🥳

LeeBoy has 60 years of success in driving innovation, quality and progress. We are honored to be a part of this great industry.

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Submit New, Innovative Products for Asphalt Contractor's 2024 Top 30

Asphalt Contractor’s 2024 Top 30 Editor’s Choice Products award highlights the Top 30 innovations and technologies available to help asphalt contractors and producers work more efficiently, safely, sustainably, and profitably.

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A Future Without The Highway Trust Fund?

Electric vehicle ownership saw its biggest single year increase in 2023, and that trend is expected to continue, along with the decline of fossil fuel tax revenue. There's a ticking clock in Washington: The IIJA expires in 2026. Then what?

Green Asphalt: Be Humble and Kick Asphalt

One asphalt plant is doing what many consider as the unthinkable: producing asphalt mixes from 100% reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), and they can convert any asphalt plant to do the same. Extensive testing says it works, but changing opinions is hard.

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Paving Big Philly Style | No Edge Lines Season 1 Episode 3

Brandon heads to the "City of Brotherly Love" and tries his hand at a number of new asphalt and pavement maintenance jobs for the first time, while also getting the chance to see some of what makes Philadelphia great.

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Moisture Measurement Ensures Asphalt Producers Get the Right Mix

To ensure asphalt producers get the right mix automated, instant moisture measurement is critical to achieving asphalt quality, durability, and performance.

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Asphalt Contractor's 2023-2024 Training Guide

This guide offers training and education opportunities for contractors, a schedule of both in-person and remote sessions to expand employee skills and grow their value to your clients and your company.

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Three Reasons To Abandon Asphalt Sampling Behind the Paver

The arguments for implementing serious changes are piling up faster than a pile of RAP.

Equipped with an electric 335 hp drive, the MOBIREX MR 130i PRO serves as a primary and secondary crusher for recycling, material screening and debris handling.

Kleemann Unveils MOBIREX MR 130i PRO Impact Crusher

Equipped with an electric 335 hp drive, the MOBIREX MR 130i PRO serves as a primary and secondary crusher for recycling, material screening and debris handling.

Application for the Kleemann MOBIREX MR 100(i) NEO/NEOe ranges from different recycling operations, such as the processing of concrete, rubble and asphalt, to the processing of soft to medium-hard natural stone.

Kleemann MOBIREX MR 100(i) NEO/NEOe Mobile Impact Crusher

Application for the Kleemann MOBIREX MR 100(i) NEO/NEOe ranges from different recycling operations, such as the processing of concrete, rubble and asphalt, to the processing of soft to medium-hard natural stone.

Portable Asphalt Plants: New Emission Reporting Requirements

On August 30, 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will hold a public hearing on a slate of new rules and definitions concerning air emission reporting requirements for portable asphalt plants. How is it expected to impact the industry?

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Final Ruling by Department of Labor Means Big Changes for Road Builders

Aided by labor groups, advocates, and other industry stakeholders’ comments, the Davis-Bacon Act sees the most comprehensive updates in 40 years. What immediate impacts will be felt by road builders?

Weiler P385C Raises the Standard for Commercial Pavers

Weiler P385C Raises the Standard for Commercial Pavers

The P385C raises the standard with more power, improved screed heat system, variable speed conveyors and augers and more robust conveyor drive system.