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FHWA Technical Review Panel Examines “PVI- Related Fuel Consumption Factors”

A Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Technical Review Panel (TRP) met by web conference in June to review models for pavement-related vehicle operating costs and excess fuel consumption. Jim Mack, CEMEX, […]

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ASCP Pavement Note #2: “Sustainable Concrete Pavements—Reduced Environmental Impact of Concrete Pavements”

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

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Diamonds Make Roller-Compacted Concrete Shine

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:

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CAMRA & J. Voigt-ACPA Plans: “Back-to-Office”; “7 Key Staff Efforts”; & 3-Min Video

The chief executive leaders of Concrete and Masonry Related Associations (CAMRA)—17 concrete and masonry related associations—met via videoconference in mid-June, along with Jerry Voigt, President and CEO-American Concrete Pavement Association

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Research to Improve Dowel Specifications for Concrete Pavements

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.

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REMINDER!! Deadline, Fri, July 3: ACPA Accepting Nominations for “Excellence in Concrete Paving Awards”!

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

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Thin Concrete Overlay Wins “Gold Award”, Exceeds its Design Life

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,

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The 12-Week Breakdown Process of 100% Compostable Cement Bags—Will keep 250,000+ plastic bags out of landfills

“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

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Significant Concrete Artifacts are a Major Find for Historical Collection

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

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MIT Study: Stiffer Roadways = Improved Truck Fuel Efficiency, Reduced Greenhouse Gases

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

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IGGA & MIT VIDEO Clip: “The Results Are In: The Next Generation Concrete Surface is a Sustainable Pavement Choice”

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

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CP Tech: Board Members; Concrete Pavements Around the USA & Virtually; CONEXPO-CON/AGG History

Meet the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CPTech Center) Board Members—Robert Seghetti! Robert Seghetti, President-Acme Concrete Paving, Inc., serves on the CP Tech Center’s Executive Board of Directors as an at-large representative

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History of the CP Road Map

Click to enlarge. To see more historical photos, please go to History Page: https://cptechcenter.org/cp-road-map/?highlight=CP%20Road%20Map%20History The National Concrete Pavement Technology Center concluded its CP Road Map in 2019 Detailed History of the

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AASHTO Campaign Uses Interactive Map to Show Nationwide Benefits of Transportation Investment

The American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) has begun a new public outreach campaign in March 2020 entitled “The Benefits of Transportation: The Solutions State DOTs Bring to

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Belite-Based Low-Carbon Clinker Cements

Photo: Clinker used in the production of reactive belite-rich Portland cements (RBPC) suitable for the manufacture of low-heat, high-performance, high-strength concrete. While Portland cement is expected to remain the most-used cement type

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Cemex, S.A.: RCC Access Upgrade for Castillejo Plant, Toledo, Spain—High Rigidity & Mechanical Resistance

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

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TN Airport to Undertake Concrete Runway & Taxiways Update

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

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Celebrating 111 Years … April 20, 1909: World’s 1st Mile of Concrete (Podcast incl.)

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

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YES! Ideal Time to Fix Roads—”Essential”, Reduced Traffic, Short- & Long-Term Benefits + Coronavirus Resources

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

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“Beyond the Runway Coalition” Writes to Congress Requesting Assistance for Airports

Twenty two organizations of the Beyond the Runway Coalition* sent a letter Friday, March 20, 2020 to Congress members: Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and

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