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VRAM Application in Ottawa County, Ohio

Pavement preservation due to longitudinal joint cracking has been a recurring problem for a long time. Not only is this an issue for road construction engineers, but for applicators, drivers, and those that live in the community.   J-Band®, Asphalt Material Inc.’s void reducing asphalt membrane (VRAM), significantly reduces air voids...
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Central Kentucky Regional Airport Project Makes Kentucky 24th State to Use VRAM 

Project Summary   The first void reducing asphalt membrane (VRAM) project was completed in the state of Kentucky, marking 24 states and the District of Columbia that use VRAM to save infrastructure funds. VRAM is applied at the location of the longitudinal joint prior to paving to fill a portion of...
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More than 20 Years of Longer Lasting Roads in Illinois with J-Band® 

Lengthening road life has been a priority for road construction engineers and paving contractors to prevent road damage caused by longitudinal joint cracking. That is why we have created J-Band®, a void reducing asphalt membrane (VRAM) or as it is referred to in Illinois, longitudinal joint sealant or LJS.  (more…)
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Elevating Road Durability: VRAM Protects Hillsdale County’s Camden Road 

Longitudinal joint deterioration has posed a significant issue for engineers, applicators, and for the communities we live in. The longitudinal joint is created when one lane of hot mix asphalt (HMA) is laid adjacent to an existing lane. Differences in the lanes’ temperature and mat plasticity often cause an improper...
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Asphalt Magazine: A Complete Approach to Pavement Sustainability

Pavement sustainability continues to be one of the most crucial areas of research in the asphalt industry. While it is common to understand sustainability in a purely environmental context, truly sustainable products and innovations also have positive economic and social implications.   Below, industry sustainability thought leader and Sustainability Engineer at...
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VRAM Still Protecting Sangamon County, IL, Roads Nearly Six Years Later

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 to reduce the joint’s vulnerability to the elements and reduce permeability. This ultimately leads to stronger, safer, and...