A common question regarding Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) concerns how construction traffic should navigate the band of material placed at...
VRAM and Construction Traffic: Proven Performance and Best Practices
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JโBandย VRAM Innovationย is Setting Recordsย in 2025
Fromย idea toย impact:ย VRAM is redefining best practices in joint construction.ย VRAMย isย protecting roads across North Americaย Thousands ofย lane...
City of Mesa Earns Statewide Recognition for Innovative Road Reconstruction
The City of Mesa has taken a bold step toward reimagining roadway reconstruction in Arizona. Their recent work on Southern Avenue, between Gilbert...
LaDOTD Introduces an Innovative Material to Baton Rouge, Louisiana
In October of 2025, the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LaDOTD) launched its first J-Bandยฎ Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane...
Paving Indiana’s Future: VRAM Joins the State Spec
As of April 16, 2025, INDOT has released a state design memo specifying the use of Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) for Asphalt Paving in...
Preserving Rumble Strips: Real-World Reviews of VRAM for Rumble Strip Longevity
Rumble strips play a critical role in keeping drivers alert and roadways safe. However, they are typically constructed over or near longitudinal...
How J-Band Revolutionizes Road Construction by Fixing Longitudinal Joint Failure
For decades, road managers have tried to find a reliable fix for the consistent weakness in the center of every road. Over time, longitudinal...
Unique High-Value Lot Preservation at Barber Motorsports Park
In Birmingham, Alabama, Barber Motorsports Park is a monumental destination for motorsports enthusiasts. The 880-acre park is home to the Barber...
Grant County, Indiana Wins APAI Quality Asphalt Pavement Award for Innovative Excellence
When it comes to infrastructure, quality is non-negotiable. This year, Grant County, Indiana earned recognition at the respected Asphalt Pavement...
Accelerated VRAM Pavement Testing at the NCAT Test Track
The NCAT Test Track The National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) Test Track at Auburn University is a proving ground for asphalt...
VRAM Preserves the Longitudinal Joint for over 20 Years on US-51ย ย
Longitudinal joints are one of the first parts of a pavement to fail. As a roadโs most permeable location, air and water seep into voids at the...
The Future of Rumble Strips: Innovative Materials for Enhanced Durability
Drivers are distracted now more than ever. Whether it be falling asleep behind the wheel or texting while driving, drivers are not paying attention...