A new report by the Proshare Nigeria Limited titled, “Roads- Concrete Vision, Asphalt Competition, Looking Ahead“, has urged the federal and sub-national governments in Nigeria to utilize materials that are […]
The Australian Society for Concrete Pavements (ASCP) has secured the latest edition of Adam Neville’s ‘Concrete Bible’ “Properties of Concrete”. The most succinct answer under 25 words will be awarded the
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) is encouraging members to submit nominations for the 2020 ACPA Association Distinguished Service Awards and Recognitions by Friday, August 21. The Awards recognize distinguished service and
Call for “ACPA Distinguished Service Awards & Recognitions” through Fri., Aug. 21, 2020 Read More »
New Initiatives Improve Performance: Scarcity of Materials Requires Creative Trucking and Storage Solutions for I-70 Pavement Replacement In the 9-mile, $38.1 million pavement replacement project on Interstate 70 near Grainfield, Kansas, the Kansas
Koss Construction Performs FDR in NW Kansas, Using Creative Trucking & Storage Solutions Read More »
During an evaluation of airfield pavements at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (ABIA) in Austin, Texas, concerns regarding the performance of one particular runway—17L/35R—were brought to the attention of the pavement engineering
The Australian Society for Concrete Pavements (ASCP) has released its second Pavement Note for decision makers for major road pavement projects. Concrete road pavements reduce environmental impact when compared with
3 CALIFORNIA ROADWAYS SWITCH from ASPHALT to ROLLER-COMPACTED CONCRETE The city of Roseville, California, USA, selected 3 diverse roadways for a 2018 RCC pilot project … to date, has received 6 industry awards:
Diamonds Make Roller-Compacted Concrete Shine Read More »
National Concrete Consortium (NCC), The National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center), dowel manufacturers, and the American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) have been working with the Construction Technology Laboratories, Inc.
Research to Improve Dowel Specifications for Concrete Pavements Read More »
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) is accepting nominations for the 31st Annual “Excellence in Concrete Pavement Awards” for projects completed in the calendar year 2019. Final DEADLINE for submittals and
When county officials decided to place a 1.25 mile concrete overlay in Manitowoc County, Wisconsin, it was with the understanding the pavement would last about 10 years. At 19 years,
Thin Concrete Overlay Wins “Gold Award”, Exceeds its Design Life Read More »
“Bluey” COMPOSTABLE cement BAGS include a rain barrier designed to absorb less moisture than conventional polyethylene film bags; 250,000+ plastic bags will no longer be added to landfills; & have experienced milestones
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) added a significant artifact to its collection of historical items in early June, 2020. The samples are from what is believed to be the
Significant Concrete Artifacts are a Major Find for Historical Collection Read More »
Study finds simple changes in road resurfacing practices could improve gas mileage for heavy vehicles and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. A big truck roars by. A deep rumble. Feel the
MIT Study: Stiffer Roadways = Improved Truck Fuel Efficiency, Reduced Greenhouse Gases Read More »
Efficient engines are only part of the story when it comes to getting more vehicle miles per gallon. How tires interact with pavement can make a big difference. Pavements need
Grupa “IMASA Ingernieria y Proyectos, S.A.“: Cementos Portland Valderrivas, S.A. / CEMEX, S.A. finalized the upgrade work on the access roads to the Huerta de Valdecarábanos quarry and the crushing
Nashville International Airport (BNA) in Nashville, Tennessee, USA, will temporarily closed one of its four runways Monday, April 6, 2020 for a $51.3-million reconstruction, the first of its type at BNA
TN Airport to Undertake Concrete Runway & Taxiways Update Read More »
On April 20, 1909, construction of the world’s first mile of concrete highway was begun in Detroit, Michigan, USA. In 1906, the Michigan Legislature created the state’s first road commission in
Celebrating 111 Years … April 20, 1909: World’s 1st Mile of Concrete (Podcast incl.) Read More »
David C. Bauer, President and CEO–American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) reported that the Coronavirus outbreak is an unprecedented national challenge that has brought many sectors of America’s economy to
An ad hoc group of 23 trade associations* sent a letter on Friday, March 20, 2020 to key federal and state government officials urging their support for considering infrastructure construction as an essential service.
The city of Avon Park, Florida—named for Stratford-upon-Avon, United Kingdom, and known as “the birthplace of William Shakespeare”—is not only the oldest city in Highlands County, but is also home
