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Self-Healing Asphalt: Fact Versus Fiction

The Pavement Directory

Here’s what contractors need to know about what’s real, what’s experimental, and what still pays the bills.

February 25, 2026

Road paving machinery resurfacing highway with dump trucks and construction workers

C.W. Matthews Contracting

February 19, 2026

Under The Bright Lights: Feeling Safe vs. Being Safe

Portable Lighting Solutions

Shooting at night on a real highway work zone changed how I see safety.

February 3, 2026

Worker in bright green shirt standing near illuminated vehicle at night

GOMACO Corporation Releases GP348 Placer/Spreader Slipform Paver

GOMACO Corporation

The four-track design of the GP348 enhances stability and on-site maneuverability, while its compact transport footprint allows it the capability to be hauled on a single semi-tractor trailer (either as a placer or paver), minimizing downtime between pours.

December 10, 2025

Gomaco concrete paving machine operating at night with workers and dump truck during road construction.

What New Permitting Reforms Could Mean For Road Builders

One of the biggest headaches the asphalt and roadbuilding industry faces on a regular basis is permitting, and Washington is inching closer to simplifying the process for everyone.

December 9, 2025

U.S. Capitol building in Washington D.C. with reflecting pool and winter trees

Astec EZR3 Screed

Astec Industries Inc.

December 1, 2025

Road paving machine laying fresh asphalt on urban street with worker in safety vest

Turning Waste Into Wealth With Crushing

Eagle Crusher Co. Inc.

More asphalt contractors are adding crushing to their operations, and it's becoming a boom for both profits and production.

November 14, 2025

Construction site with blue excavation machinery and workers in orange safety vest

Construction Safety

ARTBA Outlines Industry Concerns Over Proposed OSHA Heat Safety Standard

American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA)

As OSHA advances its long-awaited heat safety standard, ARTBA has provided detailed feedback representing the transportation construction industry.

November 5, 2025

Multi-lane urban highway with vehicles, curving roadway and city skyline under blue sky

Astec Introduces New EZR3 Screed

Astec Industries Inc.

Astec Industries has introduced the EZR3 Screed, a new rear-mount screed designed to deliver next-level mat quality, stability, and performance for asphalt contractors.

October 19, 2025

Road construction worker operating Roadtec asphalt paving machine on roadside

Labor & Workforce Development

Asphalt Contractor's Industry Training Guide 2025-2026

Key educational opportunities for asphalt plant operators and paving crews on topics like an milling, crushing, recycling, mix design, compaction, quality control, and more!

October 13, 2025

Corporate conference room with presentation about ASTEC Customer Tactics

Labor & Workforce Development

Nominations Open for For Construction Pros' PACER Award

This award recognizes construction pros on the jobsite and in the office for their accomplishments in shaping the construction industry. Applications close Oct. 10.

September 30, 2025

FAYAT Completes Deal, Fully Acquires LeeBoy

The North Carolina-based manufacturer strengthens FAYAT’s footprint in North America while preserving LeeBoy’s trusted brand identity.

September 16, 2025

Corporate office building with flags, landscaped parking area and parked vehicles

The Sanibel Causeway Reconstruction: Three Years After Hurricane Ian

Superior Construction

The island community's new bridge should be able to stand the test of time, as well as handle just about anything mother nature might throw at it.

September 15, 2025

Concrete highway bridge over rocky coastline at sunset with dramatic sky

Construction Safety

When The Heat Is On: Safety Rollbacks Endanger Road Crews In The Sunbelt

Heat safety has become a buzzword to health and safety professionals, but what happens when state's move to erode protections for workers?

September 4, 2025

Tired worker in yellow safety vest resting near industrial machinery

How VRAM Extends Pavement Life: Void-Reducing Asphalt Membrane Explained

Explore how Void-Reducing Asphalt Membranes work, how they're applied, and why more DOTs and contractors are adopting this proven method to extend pavement life.

September 1, 2025

Road construction worker operating asphalt paving machine on highway at dawn

No Shortcuts: Why Safety Is the Main Route in Road Construction

RDO Equipment Co.

Dennis Howard emphasizes the critical importance of safety on jobsites and how integrating technology can significantly reduce risks for workers and improve project outcomes.

August 28, 2025

What The FEMA Act Of 2025 Means for Road Builders: Resilience Is Now The Standard

From faster reimbursements to resilient design mandates, the FEMA Act of 2025 reshapes how infrastructure gets rebuilt after disaster strikes.

July 24, 2025

Flood-damaged road with rocky debris, surrounded by muddy water and green trees

FAYAT–LeeBoy Deal Moves Forward, Closing Expected by End of 2025

FAYAT Group has signed an agreement to acquire LeeBoy, strengthening its position in the North American roadbuilding market. The deal is expected to close by Q4 2025.

July 22, 2025

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