South Africa’s Water Research Commission published guidelines for Interlocking Concrete Pavement developed by Neil Armitage & Motlatsi Monyake from the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Cape Town. […]
In an era where infrastructure spending is heavily scrutinized, a call for increased competition in pavement construction arises as a potential solution. Concrete, once the primary paving material during the
Embracing Competition in Pavement Construction: A Path to Cost Reduction Read More »
In a bid to combat climate change, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has introduced a performance measure aimed at tracking greenhouse gas emissions associated with transportation. This initiative, spurred by
Paving the Green Path: Transforming Roads for a Sustainable Tomorrow Read More »
In a groundbreaking approach to modernize roadside rest areas (SRRAs), the John “Chuck” Erreca Rest Area Replacement Project on Interstate 5 in California is making waves with its emphasis on
In a groundbreaking move to revolutionize transportation infrastructure, the Utah Department of Transportation has granted a significant $45 million contract for the expansion of SR-108 in Davis County, writes Yasmin
In a groundbreaking endeavor to address infrastructure challenges, engineers are leveraging artificial intelligence (A.I.) to redefine the way concrete is used in construction, writes Colbi Edmonds for the New York
Pioneering A.I. Innovations Revolutionize Concrete Construction in Pennsylvania Read More »
Exciting developments are on the horizon for New Zealand’s roading infrastructure as Eric Ferrebee, Senior Director of Technical Services at the American Concrete Pavement Association, and member of the Board
Concrete Revolution: A New Era for New Zealand’s Roads Read More »
Concrete roads have long been a cornerstone of England’s strategic road network, having served the UK faithfully since the 1960s and 1970s. However, as these miles of concrete pavement approach
Paving the Way: UK National Highways’ Digital Transformation for Concrete Pavement Read More »
The Concrete Show (Brazil) writes about stories exemplifying the remarkable impact of concrete pavements (called Urban Concrete Pavement or PUC) in various urban development projects. Smart Cities Urba in Campinas,
Success Stories of Concrete Pavement in Urban Areas in Latin America Read More »
Concrete pavement in airport infrastructure is the unsung hero that keeps our runways, taxiways, and apron slabs standing strong. For those involved in the aviation industry, maintaining and enhancing these
Elevating Excellence in Airport Pavement: ACPA Workshop Offers Unprecedented Insights Read More »
Overland Park, Kansas, is set to implement a significant change in its construction standards for new residential and collector streets starting in October 2023 writes Julia Scammahorn for KCTV5 News.
Concrete, a cornerstone of modern infrastructure, has weathered the test of time since its first use. The age-old issue of “salt scaling” has continued to haunt our urban landscapes, presenting
Revisiting Concrete Scaling: Unraveling the Challenges and Solutions Read More »
Concrete technology is taking a leap forward as Dr. Luna Lu, a professor at Purdue University, introduces revolutionary concrete sensors designed to prevent premature failures in highway infrastructure. Since 2017,
Innovative Concrete Sensors Promise to Prolong the Life of Highways Read More »
The ambitious Oyón-Ambo Highway project in Peru is making headlines not only for its groundbreaking construction in a mountainous region but also for its strategic use of concrete writes Paula
Peru’s Oyón-Ambo Highway Overcomes Challenges with Innovative Concrete Construction Read More »
In a groundbreaking decade-long research project, the International Grooving & Grinding Association (IGGA) has demonstrated the remarkable longevity and effectiveness of diamond-ground on pavements. This research, conducted in three states,
A Decade of Research Shows Diamond-Ground Impact on Pavement Performance Read More »
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recently instrumented a section of U.S. 301 northbound concrete pavement in an effort to identify the most effective concrete pavement designs throughout the state.
Florida DOT tests high tech Concrete Pavement Read More »
India’s richest and most populous city, Mumbai, has announced that it will be converting 400 km (250 mi) of its major roads, including shoulders, from asphalt to concrete, the largest
Mumbai, India to convert 400 km of city roads to concrete Read More »
1Variations on a Theme —LETTER from the EDITOR—Frank Cavaliere, Managing Editor-“Concrete InFocus” | E-mail: fcavaliere@nrmca.org The cover story of the Summer 2022 Issue of Concrete InFocus Magazine titled “What You
Across the country, Canadians are calling for ambitious climate action that keeps our air clean while building a strong economy for today and tomorrow alike. Through initiatives like the Low
Canada & the Government of Québec Invest in Climate Action Project by Ciment Québec Read More »
There is overwhelming evidence that human activity is causing the environment to undergo profound changes due to climate change. One of the most visible and well-documented effects of climate change
Permeable Pavements May Help Solve Australian Flooding Read More »
