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A Solution to Joint Density Failure: J-Band + Rapid Penetrating Emulsion (RPE)

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Achieving adequate density at the longitudinal joint of a road is challenging. Well-constructed joints typically have 1-2% lower density than the mat, while poorly constructed joints can be 5-10% lower. When the density at the joint is considerably less than that of the mat, the joint area has more air...
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March 4, 2025 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Case Studies , Project Reviews

I-72 Project Review: Staying Strong After 8 Years

view looking down an interstate highway
Every road manager knows that longitudinal joints are typically the first part of the pavement to fail, but why does this happen and how can it be stopped?   Longitudinal joints are the weakest point of the pavement because they have a higher concentration of air voids than the rest of...
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February 25, 2025 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Case Studies , Project Reviews

How Springfield, Illinois’s SR-29 Has Stood the Test of Time

IL-29 Close Up
How often are you repairing major roads? After years of wear and tear and damage from the elements, longitudinal joints are typically the first part of a pavement to fail. Water seeps into air voids at the most permeable part of the road and leads to premature maintenance and repair....
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February 13, 2025 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Business , Great Asphalt Moments , Infrastructure

How J-Band Revolutionizes Road Construction by Fixing Longitudinal Joint Failure

Truck drives down the road, spraying J-Band on the centerline
https://youtu.be/wpk66c6BCk8?si=oAjy6aaYDwx2Ix3Y For decades, road managers have tried to find a reliable fix for the consistent weakness in the center of every road. Over time, longitudinal construction joints are the first part of the pavement to crack and fail. Topical solutions have not been able to address the issue completely and...
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January 27, 2025 by Olivia Kortepeter
In Case Studies , Great Asphalt Moments

Unique High-Value Lot Preservation at Barber Motorsports Park

lot preservation with J-Band
In Birmingham, Alabama, Barber Motorsports Park is a monumental destination for motorsports enthusiasts. The 880-acre park is home to the Barber Vintage Motorsport Museum and multipurpose racing facilities, complete with a track, proving ground and an off-road course.  Year-round, the track hosts events such as the IndyCar Series, Grand-Am, Pirelli...
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January 24, 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