Pavement Maintenance

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Hops & Highways Episode Eight: Exclusive Interview with Dynapac, How to Find Workers in Unexpected Places & Build America Friday
How is Dynapac North America supporting customers during COVID-19? Where are some new places to try and find workers? What crew are we featuring in Build America Friday? Watch to learn more.
November 20, 2020
Covid 19 Protocol
How Paving Contractors are Coping with COVID-19
November 19, 2020
Conveyor chains and sprockets can be damaged by millings, so require adjustment and often replacement.
Routine and preventive sweeper maintenance to perform in the winter
November 18, 2020
To win more work, reduce your estimating workload, increase your proposal-win ratio on potential projects, and get a higher return on our estimating budget, start by developing your step by step plan to win more contracts.
How Estimating Less Jobs Can Win More Construction Work
November 18, 2020
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Asphalt Industry Evaluates Utilizing Plastic in its Mixtures
November 12, 2020
HD-PCI produces a condition rating with more objective data (derived from machine learning algorithms) and factors in the density and severity of each distress present for every square foot of roadway across an entire road network.
RoadBotics HD-PCI Pavement Rating Index Assists in Asset Management
November 12, 2020
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Pending Sales Index up 45.8% year-over-year in October according to Zonda
November 23, 2020
Version 2.1 of the robot Spot was recently released.
Construction Site Mobility Robot Spot 2.1 Released
Boston Dynamics has released version 2.1 of its autonomous robot, Spot.
November 23, 2020
Achieve the Longest Pavement Service Life – Rout, Clean & Seal with Crafco!
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Achieve the Longest Pavement Service Life – Rout, Clean & Seal with Crafco!
Crafco’s rout/seal configuration & quality sealants can extend sealant service life to more than 7 years in AC & 21 years in PCC pavements.
November 20, 2020
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Hops & Highways Episode Six: Infrastructure Ballot Initiatives, Forces Impacting Screed Performance & Build America Friday
How did states vote on infrastructure issues? What are the five forces acting on your screed? What are Jess & Dormie drinking this week? We have your answers to those questions and more on this episode of Hops & Highways.
November 6, 2020
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World of Asphalt 2021 Canceled
The coronavirus pandemic has led show organizers to cancel the 2021 industry show in Atlanta
November 5, 2020
Building a business which provides excellent customer service takes a major commitment and large investment in systems, people, training, technology, and innovation.
Customer Service Is More Important Than Low Price
Range and Civil Construction, LLC has always had customer service as a key company focus, and the company grew from $0 to $16 million plus, keeping the customer at the center of it all.
November 4, 2020
Invigorate™ rejuvenator being used in a recent highway pavement project near Mason City, IA.
Invigorate Asphalt Rejuvenator
November 2, 2020
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Use of Plastic Additives in Asphalt Mixtures Increasing
Dow has installed their recycled plastic-modified asphalt mixtures on several roads and parking lots in the country, proving these mixtures to be a viable option in sustainable pavement design and construction
November 2, 2020
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Social Media Helps Build a Community for the Asphalt Industry
Construction workers new and old have found a place to ask questions and further their industry knowledge by joining groups dedicated to their trade
October 28, 2020
Achieve the Longest Pavement Service Life - Crafco Crack Sealing Solutions!
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Achieve the Longest Pavement Service Life - Crafco Crack Sealing Solutions!
Crafco has industry-leading crack sealing products to help you get the most from your efforts. Rout-Clean-Seal to double sealant service life!
November 20, 2020
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Social Media Helps Build a Community for the Asphalt Industry
Construction workers new and old have found a place to ask questions and further their industry knowledge by joining groups dedicated to their trade
October 28, 2020
Crews work to sealcoat a road at the University of California/Davis.
How To Sealcoat in Cool Weather
Tips for sealcoating as the temperature cools in fall.
October 15, 2020
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Hops & Highways Episode Four: PPP Loan Forgiveness, Asphalt Paving Safety Tips & Build America Friday
Hops & Highways is your weekly newscast dedicated to the road building industry
October 23, 2020
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Crafco Acquires Right/Pointe
Crafco expands into Midwest with Right/Pointe acquisition
October 22, 2020
Crafco, Inc Purchases Right/Pointe LLC
This addition to Crafco’s industry leading packaged pavement preservation business marks the companies 7th materials manufacturing plant in the United States
October 21, 2020
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Hops & Highways Episode Three: Where Do the Presidential Candidates Stand on Infrastructure?
In this episode of Hops & Highways, Jess & Dormie give an overview of where both Trump & Biden stand on infrastructure and also give you some pointers when deciding if it's too cold outside to pave asphalt.
October 16, 2020
The orange markings were first installed in November 2019, with additional markings newly installed or upgraded in early 2020 and in the spring of 2020.
Testing Orange Paint to Improve Work Zone Safety
Central Seal Co. installs miles of orange paint and orange thermoplastic in work zone safety test
October 16, 2020
Elgin Sweeper will begin manufacturing the Broom Badger in 2022 and will continue to provide parts, service, and warranty support to current Broom Badger customers.
Elgin to Manufacture Broom Badger Sweeper
Following the end of a strategic agreement with Challenger Manufacturing Ltd., Elgin Sweeper will Manufacture Broom Badger in 2022.
October 15, 2020
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Careers in Construction Month Highlights Need for Skilled Workers
By 2023, there will be a need for 1 million more craft professionals and each October, the industry works together to raise awareness of the rewarding careers in construction.
October 14, 2020
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Highways Coronavirus Relief Act Introduced in House
H.R. 8300 was introduced by Representative Rodney Davis last month to provide for a temporary increase to the Federal share for certain highway projects
October 14, 2020
The Trials are back October 20th!
Cutting-Edge Capabilities Brought to Life Through the Cat® Trials
Caterpillar Inc. is celebrating 95 years and they are bringing back their engaging video series.
October 13, 2020
Ventrac 4500 removing snow with a power broom.
How to Clear Snow from Sidewalks
Consider these options -- utility task vehicles, wheeled shovels, stand-on plows and even shovels -- for removing snow from sidewalks.
October 13, 2020
What you can learn from observing other businesses
How you can improve your operation by "thinking like a customer" when visiting other businesses.
October 9, 2020
The East Coast Industrial Services family (from left) Neil Presutti, Laurie Presutti, Jay Presutti, Kimi Neiss, and Bryan Presutti.
Sweeping contractor handles all clients' problems
East Coast Industrial Services grew into a one-call contractor
October 7, 2020
If you try to compete like you did in the past, you’re going to be one of two things: busy and broke or not busy and out of business.
Differentiate Your Construction Company to Make More Money
You’ve got to offer more turnkey and ongoing value-added services to make your company more attractive to customers and prospects.
October 7, 2020
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The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast: Is Your Crew Really Ready for an Emergency?
Assess the potential emergencies your crew could face and create proactive plans so all are prepared.
October 7, 2020
Operators of parking lot sweepers face challenges others don’t, simply because of the hours they work. Operators who are proactive – and employers who are proactive – can minimize problems associated with working overnight and can create a safer and more enjoyable work and life experience.
Working safely overnight
Tips to help workers stay alert, safe, and healthy when working overnight
October 4, 2020
Wirtgen PCD cutting tools have a polycrystalline diamond tip and produce an extremely uniform milled surface, as was the case on State Route 202 in Gorham, Maine.
PCD Milling Tools Help Increase Productivity
High-performance milling tools from Wirtgen with a polycrystalline diamond (PCD) tip have significantly increased the productivity of a major road builder from New England.
October 5, 2020
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Construction Training During a Pandemic
Training may look a little different this year, but it's still important to engage your crew to ensure the long term success of your construction business.
October 1, 2020
The texture of this screed plate adds a lateral component as well as a longitudinal and vertical component. As the mix enters the OXCLAW immediately multiple forces are applied to the aggregate. At multiple depths, along with the vertical and longitudinal forces, the mix is moved side to side laterally, kneading the aggregate in place until it finds its final resting place. This movement aids in remixing your asphalt, helping with any possible segregation you may have.
Asphalt Density Comes in Waves
New screed plate system can achieve 89% density behind the paver
October 1, 2020
How sweeping contractors can work with third-party providers
Contract tips for working with third-party vendors
October 1, 2020
The new F-Series Wirtgen mills include the option to add a customizable wrap around the machine. While most companies utilize this to add a logo or company colors, K-Five Construction’s shop manager, Dave Gorski, came to them with the idea for a pink wrap as a way to promote cancer awareness.
Milling With a Message
K-Five Construction utilizes a new Wirtgen W 220 Fi milling machine to achieve production goals and spread awareness of a cause that is central to its core
September 30, 2020
With use of the rejuvenator RePlay, no restriping is required because the material goes down clear. It cures in minutes, so pavement can be opened to traffic immediately.
Coast forms RePlay West Rejuvenator Division
Coast Pavement Services forms RePlay West to Market Rejuvenator
September 24, 2020