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In Case Studies , Great Asphalt Moments , Research and Studies

Accelerated VRAM Pavement Testing at the NCAT Test Track

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The NCAT Test Track  The National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) Test Track at Auburn University is a proving ground for asphalt pavements. Made up of a 1.7-mile oval, the Test Track is divided into 200-foot test sections to create a real-world laboratory for innovative paving techniques and products. In...
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November 12, 2024 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Case Studies , Great Asphalt Moments , Project Reviews

VRAM Preserves the Longitudinal Joint for over 20 Years on US-51  

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Longitudinal joints are one of the first parts of a pavement to fail. As a road’s most permeable location, air and water seep into voids at the construction joint, leading to premature cracking, potholing and delamination of the surface.   However, there is a materials-based approach to protecting longitudinal joints....
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September 25, 2024 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Case Studies , Great Asphalt Moments , Research and Studies

The Future of Rumble Strips: Innovative Materials for Enhanced Durability

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Drivers are distracted now more than ever. Whether it be falling asleep behind the wheel or texting while driving, drivers are not paying attention to the roads. So, it is important to invest in a proven safety tool, centerline rumble strips (CLRS). Though rumble strips save lives, they may reduce...
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February 20, 2024 by Zoe Buhl
In Great Asphalt Moments , Infrastructure , Pave the Way

Can Longitudinal Joint Damage be Avoided? Delayed?

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Why is Longitudinal Joint Damage Such an Important Issue for Roads? A Minnesota DOT Field study from December 2020 reported that higher air void contents at the longitudinal joint can expose pavements to premature deterioration and, as a result, compromise pavement integrity and performance.  In Minnesota, the report indicates their...
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January 21, 2022 by Zoe Buhl
In Great Asphalt Moments

Remembering Fred Fehsenfeld

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Fred Sr, the founder of The Heritage Group, was a man who always strove for innovation. At his core was a desire to solve problems for people, with a relentless drive for improvement. J-Band was developed from that same spirit of innovation, to solve one of the greatest problems facing...
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March 31, 2020 by Zoe Buhl