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Ready to Roll with Funding

When the Wyoming Department of Transportation knew stimulus funds would be available, the road agency had its I-80 micro surfacing project ready to go, with the contract bid let on April 23, 2009 and completion expected by Sept. 30, 2009.

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Stockpiling Tips for Using Hot Box Reclaimers

Organize your stockpile for easy access and use in the off season.

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Searches Up, Cruise Planned for Members

NPCA is looking at some exciting things to celebrate its 10th anniversary and kick off its second decade.

It's Just So Obvious!

The North American Power Sweeping Association (NAPSA) has recently run several successful membership drives increasing the percentage of new membership by 20%.

Product Spotlight: Infrared February 2010

Infrared equipment available on the market today.

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Sweeping Porous Pavement

Elgin's Brian Giles explains why vacuum sweepers are the best option for unplugging porous pavement surfaces.

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Micro Surfacing Controls Potholes

An unconventional use of the micro surfacing paving process combined with pavement milling enables Intermountain Slurry Seal to reduce potholes on I-80 in Utah.

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Keep Your Markings and Signage Up to Standards

Pavement markings and signage on private roads open to public travel need to comply with standards for safety and consistency.

Topcoat Asphalt Sealers Strives to be the Specialist for its Customers

Topcoat Asphalt Sealers strives to be the specialist for its customers.

'It takes just a little bit more effort to do things right. Why try to cut corners? There's no need to.' - David Randall

Hot Box Reclaimers

Why this fairly simple piece of equipment should be in every contractor's fleet.

In cold weather states there's a huge profit potential not only during the winter but early in the season as well before plants open up. Schwartz says the extra work a contractor can do in the winter helps keep key employees around during the offseason. 'This piece of equipment carries its own weight,' he says.

How To Repair Cracks to Extend Asphalt Pavement Life

Cracksealing or filling can help extend the life of pavement if done properly.

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Business Services

The Commercial Customer

Changes in organization, buying approach required contractors to change, too.

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