The earliest ever concrete pavement is attributed to Inverness, Scotland, in 1865. Read more about this and other interesting concrete pavement historical facts at the following resources: Encyclopedia Britannica FHWA […]
2015 is the 150th Anniversary of the World’s First Concrete Pavement! Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text el_class=”cleanlist”]This MAP brief summarizes ongoing research that has been performed to assess fluid and vapor transport in concrete. In general terms the word “transport” is used to describe
ACPA has launched version 2.0 of its popular applications library, which features 59 web and smartphone applications, as well as software interfaces. The upgraded site makes searching for and using the apps faster
ACPA Revamps Application Library Read More »
[vc_row animation=”right-to-left” fullwidth=”no” bg_type=”solid_color” bg_repeat=”no-repeat” top_margin=”0″ bottom_margin=”0″][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]In its continued drive to step up the activities of the organization, the European Concrete Paving Association (EUPAVE) is pleased to announce that Karl
Karl Downey is EUPAVE’s New Secretary General Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text css_animation=”appear”]Institudo del Cemento Portland Argentino (ICPA Argentina) has recently released an exceptional (and FREE!) Spanish-language Manual for Design and Construction of Concrete Pavements: Manual de Diseño Y Construcción
Manual of Design and Construction of Concrete Pavements Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]The Center for Transportation Research at the University of Texas at Austin has released a report, titled “Evaluation of the Benefits of Diamond Grinding of CRCP: Final Report”, that outlines
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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Concrete durability may be considered as the ability to maintain serviceability over the design life without significant deterioration, and is generally a direct function of the mixture permeability. Therefore,
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]From ACPA: ACPA, NRMCA, and PCA joined forces at the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials’ 100th annual meeting in Charlotte last week to deliver key messages about
ACPA, NRMCA, and PCA Launch “Competition Paves“ Website at AASHTO Meeting Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text css_animation=”appear”]IMCYC dedicated their October 2014 issue of their magazine, “Construcción Y Technologia Concreto”, to concrete pavements and modernization of roads in Mexico. Concrete and Construction Technology issue specializes
[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]The Concrete Initiative has published an article by Alessio Rimoldi, BIBM Secretary General, entitled “To what extent should authorities promote the use of recycled aggregates for concrete?” on a
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Factoring in the lifetime cost of new construction is considered good practice in the transportation industry, but surprisingly few government agencies do it. When it came time to replace
The Long-Term Cost of Building Transportation Projects on the Cheap Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]In 2009, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) began concrete rehabilitation on the original 65-mile stretch of Interstate 94 between Minneapolis and St. Cloud. The existing pavement had seen
CPR: Built to Last Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text css_animation=”appear”]ISCP has contracted Mr. Robert Rodden, P.E., to serve as the Executive Director of the Society effective September 1, 2014. Robert graduated from the University of Illinois with
Robert Rodden is ISCP’s New Executive Director Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]A performance evaluation of ultra-thin whitetopping (UTW) pavements in Illinois was undertaken in 2012–2014 to evaluate current design procedures and to determine design life criteria for future projects. The two
Structural Performance of Ultra-Thin Whitetopping on Illinois Roadways and Parking Lots Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]This report is one of two products for this project with the other being a design guide. This report describes test results and comparative analysis from 16 different portland
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]A Dissertation by: KEIVAN NESHVADIAN BAKHSH, PH.D., Texas A&M University School of Civil Engineering Chair of Committee: Dan Zollinger, Ph.D., PE “The most valuable outcome of this study… demonstration,
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MDE (Medellín, Colombia) Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text]Asphalt overlays are typically used to extend the life of continuously reinforced concrete pavement (CRCP) because they can be placed in one or more layers while traffic uses the
Use of Concrete Pavement Overlays on U.S. 58 in Virginia Read More »
Concrete roads are a lot more durable when compared to asphalt, various studies have found that concrete roads can last between 20 to 50 years. The lifespan of concrete roads
Asphalt vs Concrete roads: Which is the best option for Jamaica? Read More »
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_column_text css_animation=”appear” el_class=”cleanlist”]The primary goal of this guide is to fill the knowledge gap about concrete overlays so that pavement owners can confidently include concrete overlays in their toolbox of
Guide to Concrete Overlays (3rd Edition) Read More »
