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VRAM still protecting roads in Wayne County Over Four Years Later  

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Project Summary  By applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction to longitudinal joints, local and state DOTs can ensure their roads are less vulnerable to the elements. VRAM fills pavement voids in the longitudinal joints and helps create stronger, safer, and more sustainable roads. Over...
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May 18, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies

Annual Review of J-Band on Summit Street in Toledo, Ohio

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Project Summary  The longitudinal joints in pavements are often the weakest points of a road but applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction fills the pavement voids, making the joint less vulnerable to the elements by reducing permeability. This ultimately leads to stronger, safer, and...
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May 15, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Industry News , RPE , Rumble Strips , Safety

Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

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May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. This is a great time to remind drivers about the importance of remaining aware and alert for motorcyclists. One way that the DOTs are helping keep riders safe is through the installation of rumble strips and reflective pavement markings.  The Important Role Rumble Strips...
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May 10, 2023 by Chyanna Outlaw
In Case Studies , Sustainability

Comparative LCA of VRAM Highlighted at TRB 2023 Annual Meeting

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Washington, D.C. - 2023 Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting The Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting was held in Washington, D.C. earlier this year. This year’s theme was Rejuvenation Out of Disruption: Envisioning a Transportation System for a Dynamic Future. The meeting included exhibitors from academia, industry, and government agencies...
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April 17, 2023 by Hannah McFarland
In Business , Safety

Safety Stand Downs Help Asphalt Materials Prepare for a Safe & Successful 2023 Season

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Annual Event Focuses on Best Practice Identification and Shared Learning Opportunities The Safety Stand Down is a great opportunity for our AMI family to come together and have serious discussions about keeping our work environments as safe as possible.  The sessions are facilitated by all levels of our team, including...
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April 14, 2023 by Hannah McFarland
In Safety

WHEN WORKER SAFETY IS A FAMILY MATTER

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The Scott Family Shares Personal Stories About Work Zone Safety After more than five years, Indiana House Bill 1015, the work-site safety pilot program, has passed the Indiana General Assembly and now heads to the Governor’s desk for his signature. This pilot program places electronic license plate readers in active...
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April 13, 2023 by Hannah McFarland