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When constructing a new asphalt surface what goes in between the layers is almost as important as the mix of the pavement. Tack coat is commonly applied to the existing surface so the new layer [...]

Unsafe edge drop-offs of more than 3 inches cause billions of dollars in damages, thousands of injures and more than 100 deaths annually. These losses are unnecessary, and they may lead to an [...]

Looking for the best possible solution for a pavement project? Perpetual Asphalt Pavement might be the solution. The Asphalt Pavement Alliance defined Perpetual Pavement as “an asphalt pavement [...]

There are more than 2.2 million miles of paved roads in the United States, and 94 percent are covered by asphalt surfacing. Even though asphalt reigns as the surface of choice for road [...]

Now that it  looks like spring has finally arrived in Chicago this might be the time for do-it-yourselfers to tackle. Sealing a driveway is not that difficult of a job. All it is takes is the [...]

Budget constrains often causes organizations to put off road and parking lot repair. While this method might save a few dollars in the short-term budget, the savings will get eaten and then some [...]

Technical innovation provides improvements in every industry, and paving is no exception. Reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) is one innovative practice that saves money and protects the [...]

Repairing your driveway may be a simple weekend do it yourself project, or it could be a project beyond the talents of the weekend warrior repairman. To make that judgment means assessing the [...]

The good news about asphalt is that it lasts for decades if properly installed. The bad news is that repairs can be time consuming and, at times, costly. If you driveway needs more than a nip [...]

Looking to save money and get a workout? Repairing your driveway will provide both cost savings and burn calories—if done properly. If not you will just get burned. Handling Asphalt Materials [...]