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In Case Studies , Project Reviews

VRAM Still Protecting Sangamon County, IL, Roads Nearly Six Years Later

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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 to reduce the joint’s vulnerability to the elements and reduce permeability. This ultimately leads to stronger, safer, and...
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August 11, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
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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 Zoe Buhl
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J-Band ® Solves Longitudinal Joint Issues in Delaware County 

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Written by Naarah Holloway At Asphalt Materials, we understand that longitudinal joint deterioration has long been a problem for engineers, applicators, and the communities. Unlike 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...
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July 28, 2023 by Zoe Buhl
In Case Studies , Project Reviews

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 Zoe Buhl
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 Zoe Buhl