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Ohio Turnpike Trusts VRAM to Reinforce Its Data-Driven Superhighway

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Before the Ohio Turnpike was constructed in the 1950s, travel across Ohio was a patchwork of canals, railroads, and roads—each varying in quality and reliability. With the rise of automobiles, state leaders envisioned a superhighway stretching across the northern edge of the state. The result was the Ohio Turnpike—241 miles...
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August 19, 2025 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Meet The Team , Our Applicators , Sustainability

Applicator Spotlight: Specialized Construction, Inc. (SCI) Excels at Preventative Treatments

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Across the country, more and more agencies are turning to Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) to strengthen their repaving projects from the ground up. VRAM is a specialty asphalt product designed to reinforce longitudinal joints and rumble strips during construction, significantly delaying the need for costly repairs. To date, 28+...
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August 12, 2025 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Case Studies , Great Asphalt Moments , Industry News , Our Applicators

Grant County, Indiana Wins APAI Quality Asphalt Pavement Award for Innovative Excellence

Two men pose with their award in front of Evergreen's trade show booth
When it comes to infrastructure, quality is non-negotiable. This year, Grant County, Indiana earned recognition at the respected Asphalt Pavement Association of Indiana (APAI) Quality Asphalt Pavement Awards. The county’s winning project on Wheeling Pike Road exemplified excellence in craftsmanship, innovation and expertise. Selected from a competitive pool of nominees,...
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January 17, 2025 by Olivia Kortepeter
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Morgan County Future-Proofs Their Community’s Roads with Milestone and Evergreen

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One of the big challenges in road management is making the most of limited funding. With road networks in a constant state of deterioration, staying ahead requires smart planning and efficient use of resources. Fortunately, pavement preservation techniques and material innovations are helping road managers stretch their budgets further than...
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November 21, 2024 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Business , Meet The Team , Our Applicators

Over 20 years of J-Band Preserving Roads with Evergreen Roadworks

two men in construction gear walk behind a truck on a road that is being paved with J-Band
The Need for a Longitudinal Joint Sealant  Every road is built with significant weak points where water can more easily permeate the pavement causing cracks and potholes. Road experts agree that longitudinal joints and rumble strips are the first to succumb to deterioration. Longitudinal joints typically have higher than normal...
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September 4, 2024 by Olivia Kortepeter