Interstate 8, the vital east-west passage connecting San Diego and Phoenix, is undergoing significant pavement replacement work through the picturesque Cuyamaca Mountains writes the Southwest Concrete Pavement Association. Led by […]
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In a significant move toward sustainable infrastructure, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has unveiled a $2 billion grant program dedicated to advancing low-carbon materials in transportation construction. With a focus
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Concrete pavements, touted for their durability, are not immune to challenges like temperature-induced expansion, contraction, and material deviations. To combat these issues, preventative maintenance plays a pivotal role. A recent
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Transportation agencies nationwide are increasingly focused on understanding and mitigating the environmental impact of pavement materials, particularly carbon emissions. To aid in this effort, the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center
CP Tech Center Releases Guide to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Concrete Production Read More »
In a stride towards sustainable winter maintenance, researchers have engineered a remarkable solution: self-heating concrete capable of autonomously melting snow and ice for extended periods writes Paul McClure for New
Self-Heating Concrete Innovates Winter Maintenance Practices Read More »
The concrete fibers market is experiencing a remarkable surge, projected to surpass a valuation of $4.51 billion by 2032, fueled by a convergence of factors driving innovation and demand writes
In a concerted effort to improve the durability and long-term performance of pavements on state highways, the Performance Engineered Concrete Paving Mixtures Transportation Pooled Fund (TPF-5(368)) has introduced groundbreaking tests
Luc Rens, Managing Director of EUPAVE (the European Concrete Paving Association) and longtime member and board member of ISCP, highlights the imperative of sustainable construction in the face of global
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With the World of Concrete event marking its 50th anniversary and now in the rearview, the concrete industry is poised for an eventful 2024, writes Eva Milberg for Smart Brief.
Key Trends Shaping the Concrete Industry in 2024: What to Watch Read More »
The decline of coal-fired power plants has sparked concerns about the dwindling supply of fly ash, a crucial component in producing environmentally friendly cement. However, companies like Eco Material Technologies
Re-Engineering Fly Ash for Green Cement: Revolutionizing Construction Materials Read More »
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In a recent alert issued by the New South Wales (NSW) government’s transport department, concerns have been raised regarding the environmental impact of macro synthetic fibers used in shotcrete and
Ingeniería Elemental, the brainchild of Chilean Civil Engineer Jorge Olavarría Bastidas, continues its commitment to universal access to powerful solutions with the launch of a suite of free web applications.
In a corner of the bustling Las Vegas Convention Center’s Silver Lot, the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Mobile Concrete Technology Center (MCTC) emerged as a crucial player at this year’s
FHWA’s Mobile Concrete Technology at World of Concrete Read More »
In a surprising twist, Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) is making waves in the asphalt industry, with asphalt contractors exploring new avenues by incorporating this zero-slump mix, writes Brandon Noel for
Revolutionizing Pavement: Asphalt Contractors Embrace Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) Read More »
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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
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