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LaGrange County Preserves the Longitudinal Joint with Asphalt Material’s VRAM

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By applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction to longitudinal joints, local and state Department of Transportations (DOTs) can ensure their roads are less vulnerable to elements, such as water and air. VRAM fills pavement voids in the longitudinal joints and helps create stronger, safer,...
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August 9, 2023 by Hannah McFarland
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J-Band ® Solves Longitudinal Joint Issues in Delaware County 

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At Asphalt Materials, we understand that longitudinal joint deterioration has long been a problem for engineers, applicators, and the commuUnlike other treatments, VRAM is a materials approach that significantly reduces air voids in longitudinal joints. J-Band® is Asphalt Materials’ VRAM product.  J-Band® is a materials approach and is applied prior...
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July 28, 2023 by Naarah Holloway
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VRAM Continues to Help MDOT “Fix the Damn Roads” in Michigan

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Project Summary  Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s consistent investments to “fix the damn roads” (#FTDR) reminds us of the importance of using innovative technology to build longer-lasting, safer roads. By applying a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) at the time of construction to longitudinal joints, local and state departments of transportation...
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July 27, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Infrastructure , Specialty Products

How J-Band® Saves Time, Money, and Lives for Englewood, Ohio

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Since 2002, J-Band® has been helping roads last longer. As a Void Reducing Asphalt Membrane (VRAM) it is a materials approach and is unlike other treatments since it significantly reduces air voids in longitudinal joints from the bottom up. This extends the life of the joint and improves the entire...
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July 18, 2023 by Hannah McFarland
In Industry News , Specialty Products

Happy Air Traffic Control Day

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National Air Traffic Control Day, July 6, is a day to recognize and appreciate the men and women who work hard to keep us safe in the skies! Air traffic controllers are responsible for ensuring safe flights by navigating, monitoring, and guiding aircrafts around airports throughout the United States. The...
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July 6, 2023 by Hannah McFarland
In Industry News , Specialty Products , Sustainability

18-Month Project Review Shows VRAM Significantly Reduces Permeability

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After beginning in the Midwest in 2002, VRAM has now been used in 23 states and The District of Columbia. VRAM stands for Void-Reducing Asphalt Membrane. Pavement maintenance due to longitudinal joint cracking has long been a problem for not only road construction engineers and applicators but also drivers. VRAM...
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June 26, 2023 by Hannah McFarland