Pavement Preservation & Maintenance

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19 Tips for Late Season Pavement Maintenance

Late-season pavement maintenance is only profitable if it’s successful. Here are some tips to ensure your late-season jobs end in victory.

Onboard diagnostics, simple grade control setup and automated calibration procedures drastically reduce the responsibilities of the operator compared to older generations of equipment.

Milling Machine Technology Simplifies Operation

Industrial vs. Work of Art Sealcoating

Workshops and education sessions will cover a variety of topics led by leaders in the paving industry highlighting critical issues.

Must-See at National Pavement Expo

Pavement Industry News: Astec Launches Complete Rebrand, Crafco Inc. President Retires, Pavement Awards Open and More

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Overcome and Persevere at Ignite Construction Summit

In the case of a private sale, a little diligence can go a long way. But you must understand there is some risk involved.

Buying Used Heavy Equipment? Make Sure You Are Aware of These Three Potential Risks

Used heavy equipment can be a great value, but there are several unique risks that buyers should be aware of.

Card-locking control technology combats the potential of fuel theft by only allowing authorized individuals to access fuel. With card-locking technology offered by some manufacturers, drivers use a phone-based app to enter their driver number, vehicle number and what type of fuel they need.

Technology Improves Transporting, Storing and Distributing Fuel on the Construction Site

Changing technology in fuel storage is helping contractors tackle theft, contamination and supply issues, mitigate costs — leading to higher profits.

No material this good, installs this easy. Mastic One.

No material this good, installs this easy. Mastic One.

Flexible properties supporting consistent adherence to pavement regardless of movement, ASTM compliant Mastic One is no ordinary mastic.

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Winning More Pavement Bids With Drone Technology

How one contractor started using drones on his jobs and how it is propelling his business forward.

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Crafco, Inc. President Retires

After 40 years with the company, Don Brooks plans to retire July 2, 2021.

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The Feeling of Camaraderie Within the Pavement Maintenance Industry

With more than 30 years in the industry, Steve Young shares his wealth of knowledge and his approach to competition with us during this week's podcast.

The Side Winder helps transform a difficult, messy task into an easy and efficient process.

Pavement Marking Advancements in the Industry

New technology advancements helps contractors remove road marking tape, easing the physical strain and demanding labor put on the body.

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Environmentally Friendly Packaging for PavePro Product

Chemtek announces disposable EarthWise totes for their PavePro products creating a more sustainable future.

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PavePro Biodegradable Asphalt Solvent

Asphalt cleaner designed to remove the toughest asphalt build up on paving tools and equipment

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2021 Pavement Repair Top Contractors

Pavement repair-only sales accounted for 19% total work completed by the contractors on the list, up from 17% last year.

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2021 Sealcoating Top Contractors

Sealcoating-only sales and margins dip slightly but outpaces the striping segment list, which historically, sealcoating brought in the least amount of gross sales.

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2021 Striping Top Contractors

This year we can make the assumption that the Striping 75 contractors are not growing as fast due to increasing paint prices and the rising cost of business

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2021 Paving Top Contractors

The paving-only top 75 list, still out paces in terms of sales, and makes up 62% of the total revenue between all segments lists.

2021 Top Contractors Overview

Due to economic uncertainty the coronavirus pandemic had on the nation, we can speculate that customers were hesitant to spend large amounts of money to have their pavements replaced.

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An All in Approach to Business

Connie Lorenz, President of Asphalt Restoration Technology Systems, talks about how she puts her best foot forward in her approach to business.

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Prepackaged Mastic Melter Applicator

Cimline has created a new product line for customers that use prepackaged mastic as part of their pavement maintenance process.

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Pavement Award Nominations Now Open

Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction announces entries open for the 2022 Pavement Awards.

On the show floor in 2018, National Pavement Expo attendees are eager to network and visit.

Attendees are Eager to Participate at Upcoming Tradeshows

A spirit of camaraderie is common at National Pavement Expo, and it’s particularly helpful for many attendees.

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Growth From Humble Beginnings

How a family chore of sealcoating a driveway turned into a passion for the ground and a pavement maintenance business.

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Caterpillar Updated Cold Planers

The PM620, PM622, PM820, PM822 and PM825 half-lane cold planers include numerous improvements to ease operation and lower owning and operating costs.

Starting the pull at the right depth is an important step while paving.

Best Practices for Residential and Commercial Paving

Getting back to the basics with tips on how to plan, prepare and execute successful paving jobs.

Adheres to asphalt, concrete, or steel. Not tires. HP Asphalt Cold Patch.

Adheres to asphalt, concrete, or steel. Not tires. HP Asphalt Cold Patch.

Whether repairing utility cuts or patching potholes, DOT approved HP Asphalt Cold Patch is the year-round material that does the job right.

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How to Use Chip Seals for Pavement Preservation

When a chip seal is applied to a pavement in good condition, pavement life can be extended six to eight years, making this preservation treatment ideal for low volume roadways

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8 Business Management Apps for Pavement Contractors

Run your business more effectively with the help of these mobile apps and platforms.

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The Super Bowl of Sealcoating

U.S. Pave helps transform the parking lot around Hard Rock Stadium in preparation for the big game.

With the High-Volume Road Maintenance Vehicle’s Generation IV pump, Material Resources has the flexibility to apply a variety of sealcoat products, including Onyx, without worrying about clogs.

Louisiana Contractor Finds Flexibility in Preservation Treatments

With their previous equipment unable to meet their current needs, Material Resources turned to Neal Manufacturing, a division of Blastcrete Equipment LLC, to help them regain their versatility.

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Getting Back to Basics on Your Business Processes

From maintenance tips to safety of your essential workers, here is what you can expect in the March/April issue of Pavement.

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Early Season Best Practices for Sealcoating

It’s time to prepare the equipment and gear up for the sealcoating season.

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Company Culture and Technology are the Cornerstones for Marathon Solutions Group

Learn how one company navigates through the avenues of growth.

It takes a team to complete a job and you need everyone on the job to work together.

10 Simple Tips for New Managers

Build your skills as a supervisor and prepare yourself for future leadership responsibilities with these tips.

This would be the first time full depth reclamation would be used to treat a fly ash road. Ergon's engineered emulsion was the selected binder for this process.

Full Depth Reclamation on Indigo Road in Georgia wins AEMA Past President’s Award

Delaminated and loss of structural integrity, the Effingham County road needed a long-term solution and provide reliable, safe and durable routes for local businesses and residents.

Erick Finley, owner of Finley Asphalt & Concrete donates presents to Prince William County Department of Social Services. These gifts benefit children who are in their foster care program.

Finley Asphalt & Concrete Creates a Culture of Giving

The company has donated over $50,000 to local community service efforts and for this they received the 2021 Good Neighbor Award from Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction magazine

The ACI Asphalt & Concrete team. “The biggest thing is our willingness to change,” says ACI CEO Jim Bebo. “We adapt as the economy and market conditions change.”

Minnesota’s ACI Asphalt & Concrete named Pavement magazine's 2021 Contractor of the Year

Pavement Maintenance & Reconstruction names ACI Asphalt & Concrete 2021 Contractor of the Year