Polymer additives are frequently incorporated into asphalt mix designs to improve specific performance characteristics, like the pavement's flexural…

Preservation of bridge decks from roadway salt and water penetration can be accomplished using various types of deck sealers: waterproofing membranes,…

Pavement distress manifests in various ways.  We have all encountered potholes while driving. That sudden, sometimes unexpected bump is experienced daily…

Many factors come into play regarding the performance of asphalt mixes. Characteristics such as aggregate size, gradation, angularity, absorption and…

One of the critical elements in a successful paving project is the asphalt mix design. Another term for mix design is the “job mix formula” or “JMF”. The…

It is well known in the asphalt-paving industry that the correct temperature of a finished asphalt mixture is vital to achieving a high-quality,…

Tack Coat: The Bond That Promotes Optimal Performance

 A vital but often overlooked part of an asphalt pavement is the bond strength between the layers…

Asphalt has been used on bridge decks for over 100 years with the intent of providing an effective road surface area for traffic and limited…