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In Industry News , Research and Studies

How to Test the Permeability of Your Roadway

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Have you ever wondered why your longitudinal joint is cracking and deteriorating over time? It’s probably because the pavement joint is highly permeable, which allows elements such as water and air to seep into the pavement and break it down. Pavement joints are traditionally hard areas to obtain density, leading...
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May 13, 2024 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies , Research and Studies

VRAM Extends the Life of IL-1 in Crawford County, IL 

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All road experts know that the first part of the pavement to fail is the longitudinal joint. Elements such as air, water and dust work their way into voids in the pavement, causing deterioration and cracking the pavement. That is why it is important to invest in a safety net,...
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April 18, 2024 by Zoe Buhl
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 Case Studies , Industry News , Research and Studies

Paving the Future: Montana Highway 200

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Co-authors: Andrew Eicher & Naarah Holloway Road managers know that the longitudinal joint is the first part of the pavement to fail. As a road’s most permeable part, this joint is susceptible to the elements. Air and water work down through this gap causing the joint to deteriorate, crack and...
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December 14, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies , Research and Studies

How VRAM Enhanced the Durability of US-150 in Mansfield, IL 

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Since 2002, Asphalt Materials (AMI) has been committed to increasing the lifespan of roads as well as safety through its J-Band® product. J-Band® is a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) that is applied on the eventual centerline joint, rising from the bottom up when a hot mix asphalt (HMA) is applied overtop. Our...
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December 13, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies , Research and Studies

Wiltshire Road in Oakland County Strengthened Using VRAM 

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Written by Naarah Holloway The longitudinal joint is the Achilles' heel of every paved road. When elements like water and air enter the longitudinal joint through air voids, the road condition can worsen quickly. This can lead to many issues such as potholing, rutting, cracking, and more.   Applying a...
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December 8, 2023 by Zoe Buhl