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IDOT Extends Infrastructure Dollars with LJS Project in Clay-Richland County, IL

Paving truck drives down the road spraying a thing band of asphalt on the centerline
When roads last longer, infrastructure dollars go further. Successful application of a void reducing asphalt membrane (VRAM), like Asphalt Material, Inc.’s J-Band®, not only extends the life of your pavement; it extends your budget.   VRAM works by filling challenging air voids in the centerline joint from the bottom up. When...
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August 1, 2024 by Olivia Kortepeter
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Raising Awareness for Suicide Prevention

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Story Provided by Ashlyn Halstead (Milestone Contractors) September is National Suicide Prevention Month. This is an important time and reminder to recognize those who have been affected by suicide, to create awareness, and build a support system for those in need. It’s essential to remember that there are resources available...
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September 25, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
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A Career in Road Construction: National Tradesmen Day

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National Tradesmen Day is celebrated on the third Friday of September each year. A tradesman is someone who has acquired skills through an apprenticeship, vocational training, and/or education. Such people can be found in the construction industry, carpentry, maintenance, plumbing, electricity, and so much more. Skilled trades are the foundation of life...
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September 15, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
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How Lawrence County, IL Creates a More Resilient and Reliable Infrastructure

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About this project: A Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane, (VRAM), project took place on August 29th and 30th in Lawrence County, Illinois. This 66,040-foot project took place on IL-33 from the Crawford County line to Old US 50. VRAM was designated for application to the centerline joint with a width of...
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October 24, 2022 by Zoe Buhl
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Nebraska Becomes 22nd State To Use VRAM

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This week, Sutton, Nebraska began their first application of J-Band, a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane also known as VRAM. This makes Nebraska the 22nd state to use VRAM to help protect the center of the road. Why is it important to protect the centerline? Longitudinal joints(1) are often the first...
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June 21, 2022 by Zoe Buhl
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National Aviation Week: Improving Airport Pavements Across the U.S.

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Many might wonder how National Aviation Week relates to the work we do here at J-Band. The work we do expands far beyond just county roads and highways. We also have experience working with airports because just like with roads, protecting longitudinal joints is also important for airport pavements!  ...
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August 16, 2021 by Zoe Buhl