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2024 State of the Road Building Industry: Into the Unknown

A year ago, there was a growing sense that 2023 would see some form of economic recession, but that didn't happen. This contributes to a greater sense of uncertainty as experts look toward 2024. The takeaway? Be prepared for anything.

Green Asphalt: Be Humble and Kick Asphalt

One asphalt plant is doing what many consider as the unthinkable: producing asphalt mixes from 100% reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), and they can convert any asphalt plant to do the same. Extensive testing says it works, but changing opinions is hard.

Buying? Let Us Help

Buying? Let Us Help

To help you get ahead this season, Dynapac is offering 0% financing on select equipment for 48 months.

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Building Better Cities: The Future of Transportation Infrastructure

When the people that design transportation infrastructure and the people that build it are on the same page, the future of America's cities will be much brighter than its past.

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The First PAVE/X Smashed Expectations

The inaugural, premier event for pavement maintenance professionals launched this week in downtown San Antonio, TX, and the well attended event exceeded the highest estimates!

How Asphalt Contractors Place Concrete With Pavers

Did you know that there's a growing market for paving with Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC)? It's a type of zero-slump mix that can be paved and rolled very similar to asphalt, and the demand for it is higher than ever.

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How to Improve Your Heat-Related Illness Prevention Plan

In 2023 there were more "extreme heat" days in the United States that any previous year on record, and 2024 might still top even that. Facing facts about heat-related illness, and properly protecting asphalt workers is more important than ever before.

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Ammann America Relocates Headquarters

According to the company, strong customer growth has prompted Ammann America to secure a new, larger facility.

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Why States Should Prioritize Pavement Preservation

There’s no denying that many U.S. states simply do not make a priority of preserving their existing paved infrastructure.

Buying? Let Us Help

Buying? Let Us Help

To help you get ahead this season, Dynapac is offering 0% financing on select equipment for 48 months.

Asphalt's Top 30 Editor's Choice Awards 2024 (resized)

Submit New, Innovative Products for Asphalt Contractor's 2024 Top 30

Asphalt Contractor’s 2024 Top 30 Editor’s Choice Products award highlights the Top 30 innovations and technologies available to help asphalt contractors and producers work more efficiently, safely, sustainably, and profitably.

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A Future Without The Highway Trust Fund?

Electric vehicle ownership saw its biggest single year increase in 2023, and that trend is expected to continue, along with the decline of fossil fuel tax revenue. There's a ticking clock in Washington: The IIJA expires in 2026. Then what?

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Paving Big Philly Style | No Edge Lines Season 1 Episode 3

Brandon heads to the "City of Brotherly Love" and tries his hand at a number of new asphalt and pavement maintenance jobs for the first time, while also getting the chance to see some of what makes Philadelphia great.

Pittbos starts with takeoff and extends all the way through to invoicing.

Software for Pavement Contractors

Emerging software products from Pittbos and PavementSoft are aimed at the unique workflow of asphalt contractors help to bid, win, and complete more work.

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Using Data Analysis to Improve Pavement Smoothness

A case study on the Big Island of Hawaii reveals how a quality control department can use existing tools and equipment to support innovative project engineering.

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Asphalt Contractor's 2023-2024 Training Guide

This guide offers training and education opportunities for contractors, a schedule of both in-person and remote sessions to expand employee skills and grow their value to your clients and your company.

Could Tamper Bar Screeds Find Broader Adoption in U.S. Market?

There are several different types and configurations of asphalt screeds used in the U.S. and around the world, but which is the best for what jobs? And why are some more popular than others?

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9 Biggest Jobsite Headaches According To Asphalt Crews

When asked about the most frustrating things that can happen on a paving job, over 100 asphalt workers responded. Turns out, the biggest and most talked about problem might not be what you would expect.

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Crash Course | No Edge Lines Season 1 Episode 2

How many things might go wrong if you let someone inexperienced drive your paver or your roller on the job for a day? Probably a lot! But how else can you really learn if you don't make some mistakes in the process?

Aided by labor groups, advocates, and other industry stakeholders’ comments, the Davis-Bacon Act sees the most comprehensive updates in 40 years. What immediate impacts will be felt by the road building and asphalt industry?

Road Construction Wages To Change Under New Labor Rules

Aided by labor groups, advocates, and other industry stakeholders’ comments, the Davis-Bacon Act sees the most comprehensive updates in 40 years. What immediate impacts will be felt by the road building and asphalt industry?

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Brandon's First Time On A Paving Job | No Edge Lines Season 1 Episode 1

The editor for Pavement Magazine hasn't been on a jobsite yet?! In the first episode he visits with a crew in Islip, NY, called Royal Pavement Solutions. The two day visit was on a mobile home park, milling and filling all the local traffic roads.

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What Can ChatGPT AI Do For Asphalt Contractors?

The rise of "A.I." to the level of household name means everyone has an opinion, but true expertise is harder to come by. What can these algorithms do for the likes of our industry? Can they help you answer your asphalt or business questions?

Highlights from the Celebration of Construction 2023

Clips and high points from around the National Mall as editor Brandon Noel stops and talks to some of the top brands and manufacturers in the industry about the first ever gathering of the construction industry in the nation's capitol.

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Trimble Talks Efficiency, Productivity of Roadworks Platform

Kevin Garcia talks to Brandon Noel, editor of Asphalt Contractor magazine, about the Roadworks platform, its automated/assist solutions for asphalt paving in both 3D and 2D.

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Dynapac SD2500CS PROTAC

The SD2500CS PROTAC spray paver was primarily designed for the application of thin asphalt surface layers, and road repair and construction.

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Up Close and Personal with the LeeBoy 8520C Electric Paver Prototype

One of the best parts of CONEXPO is getting to see first-person and hands-on what these new machines look like. After the company announced their new electric paver concept, their booth on the show floor was buzzing with foot traffic.

The electric prototype demonstrates ability to meet future demands of the industry, while maintaining performance and standards of existing 8520C vehicles.

The LeeBoy 8520C Electric Paver Prototype Revealed at CONEXPO

In a partnership with General Motors and Powertrain Control Systems, LeeBoy wants to change your mind about going electric, as this prototype can meet future demands and the current standard set by the 8520C.

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Astec’s “Rock-To-Road” Strategy About More Than Just New Machines

Astec unveils their company vision, technology, and eight new models at CONEXPO.

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New 8608 Asphalt Paver from LeeBoy Unveiled at CONEXPO

LeeBoy introduced the 8608 asphalt paver, ideal for heavy commercial paving and large volume jobsites.

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"Building Better Roads" the Focus of BOMAG CONEXPO Showcase

Through a combination of new sustainable machines, smart equipment, and other advanced technologies BOMAG's focus at the big show is all about road building. Their booth will feature more than 40 machines.

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Astec to Debut New Road Building Solutions at CONEXPO 2023

The company reveals some of what they have in store for contractors ahead of the 2023 CONEXPO/CON-AGG show.

Achieving a maximum laydown rate of 1,540 tons per hour and featuring a powerful 6-cylinder diesel engine, it is particularly suitable for paving highways and large commercial areas.

VÖGELE to Present Pavers in All Sizes at CONEXPO

At CONEXPO 2023, VÖGELE will be presenting a cross-section of its products, from the small paver, the SUPER 700i, the SUPER 1300-3i compact paver and the SUPER 1703-3i 8 ft paver through to the SUPER 2000-3i 10 ft paver.

4 Ways to Grow Your Small Business Utilizing Risk

Entrepreneurs know that the work of managing a business is a constant balancing act between risk and reward.