Author: Zoe Buhl

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In Case Studies

VRAM Still Protecting Sangamon County, IL, Roads Nearly Six Years Later

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Project Summary   The longitudinal joints in pavements are often the weakest points of a road, but applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction fills the pavement voids to reduce the joint’s vulnerability to the elements and reduce permeability. This ultimately leads to stronger, safer, and...
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August 11, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies

VRAM Continues to Help MDOT “Fix the Damn Roads” in Michigan

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Project Summary  Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s consistent investments to “fix the damn roads” (#FTDR) reminds us of the importance of using innovative technology to build longer-lasting, safer roads. By applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction to longitudinal joints, local and state departments of transportation...
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July 27, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Meet The Team

AMI Welcomes Candice Kohn

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Candice Kohn has joined the Asphalt Materials team as Field Support Manager. Candice is based in Minneapolis and will support the specialty products team in the important markets of Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa.   Journey to AMI  Candice grew up in Midland, Texas, and played college basketball at Metropolitan State University...
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June 5, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies , Industry News

Harnessing the Power of VRAM to Fix the Damn Roads in Michigan 

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Before Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer took office in 2019, she promised to “fix the damn roads” (#FTDR). As she progresses into her second term, improving Michigan’s infrastructure continues to be one of her top priorities. She regularly urges Michigan residents and businesses to share their experiences with Michigan’s infrastructure on...
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May 24, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
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VRAM still protecting roads in Wayne County Over Four Years Later  

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Project Summary  By applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction to longitudinal joints, local and state DOTs can ensure their roads are less vulnerable to the elements. VRAM fills pavement voids in the longitudinal joints and helps create stronger, safer, and more sustainable roads. Over...
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May 18, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies

Annual Review of J-Band on Summit Street in Toledo, Ohio

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Project Summary  The longitudinal joints in pavements are often the weakest points of a road but applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction fills the pavement voids, making the joint less vulnerable to the elements by reducing permeability. This ultimately leads to stronger, safer, and...
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May 15, 2023 by Zoe Buhl