Crack sealing is an important practice for agencies to prevent further damage to already emerging cracks in a pavement structure. The longitudinal...
ODOTโs US-6 Displays the Power of VRAM to Seal Longitudinal Joints
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NRRA: Materials-Based Methods to Improve Rumble Strip Durability
In 2023, the National Road Research Alliance (NRRA) issued a call for innovation for preventative roadway maintenance and this project answered:...
How Springfield, Illinois’s SR-29 Has Stood the Test of Time
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...
Sealing Joints Between Asphalt-Concrete Interfaces
Whenever asphalt pavement is laid along a concrete surface, such as a concrete lane, shoulder or curb, it is crucial to obtain a good bond. Bonding...
J-Band Fortifies the Centerline of SR-41 in Adams County, OH
Road experts agree that the most vulnerable part of pavement is the center longitudinal joint. When facing natural elements and tension stress, voids …
VRAM Preserves US-50 with the help of Milestone Contractors and Evergreen Roadworks
Longitudinal joint cracking is a recurring problem that affects asphalt pavements. The resulting road deterioration causes issues for road...
A Materials Approach to Longitudinal Joint Construction
Is it easy to find roads in poor condition in your county? Several factors can contribute to road deterioration over time, including the size of...
How to Test the Permeability of Your Roadway
Have you ever wondered why your longitudinal joint is cracking and deteriorating over time? Itโs probably because the pavement joint is highly...
VRAM Extends the Life of IL-1 in Crawford County, ILย
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...
Toledo’s Busiest Street Remains Well-Protected After Five Years
Before the centerline of a road is created, J-Bandยฎ can help save three of the most important things to any engineer, applicator or community: time,...
J-Band Continues to Protect Harvard Road in Berkley, Michigan, 5+ Years After Application
J-Band ยฎ, an Asphalt Materials Inc. (AMI) product, has been proven to extend the lifespan of pavement by as much as five years. Developed by...
J-Band Annual Review: Currie Road in Novi, Michigan Two Years Later
Asphalt Materials Inc.โs (AMI) product, J-Bandยฎ is a void reducing asphalt membrane (VRAM) used to protect the roadโs centerline joint. Applied...