Jointed plain concrete pavement (JPCP), the most widely used concrete pavement type in the U.S., relies on proper jointing design to ensure durability and minimize maintenance. Concrete’s natural tendency to […]
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Tarmac has successfully trialed new formulations of noise-reducing concrete on a 1.5 km stretch of the eastbound A30 near Penzance, Cornwall reports The Construction Index. Conducted in collaboration with National
Whisper Concrete Returns in the UK: Trials Show Promising Noise Reduction Read More »
Infrastructure demands continuous improvement, and paving materials are no exception. Roller-compacted concrete (RCC), once confined to industrial applications, has emerged as a compelling alternative to traditional asphalt and conventional concrete
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The persistent challenge of repairing wheel ruts on concrete pavements, particularly in regions prone to heavy snowfall and tire chain usage, has led to innovative solutions in the construction industry,
Revolutionizing Rut Repair with Calcium Sulfoaluminate Cement Read More »
Michigan State University (MSU) engineers have unveiled an innovative concrete material that could transform infrastructure while addressing environmental concerns, writes Emilie Lorditch for MSU News. The newly developed concrete is
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A new report by consultancy Infometrics highlights the economic and environmental benefits of concrete roads, suggesting they are a durable and cost-effective solution for New Zealand’s growing transportation needs writes
Concrete Roads: A Sustainable Solution for New Zealand’s Infrastructure Needs Read More »
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A research team led by Dr. Alessandro Fascetti, Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Pittsburgh, has received over $600,000 from the Engineer Research Development Center
Pitt Engineering Team Secures $600K Grant to Enhance Military Concrete Pavements Read More »
ISCP partner organization, ASCP, in partnership with Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW), Australia, announced a Grey Card course on rigid pavements. Class Size and Format The course is intended
ASCP-TfNSW Grey Card: Rigid Pavements Read More »
Concrete pavements have seen significant advancements in the 21st century, revolutionizing the way highways are constructed and maintained. One of the most notable innovations was the development of the Next Generation
Advancing Concrete Innovation: The Future of Pavement Preservation Read More »
Concrete roundabouts offer a resilient solution to handle the stresses and heavy loads placed on modern intersections, writes ACPA. With concrete’s ability to resist rutting and shoving, it ensures a
Concrete Roundabouts: The Key to Long-Lasting, Low-Maintenance Intersections Read More »
In this episode of The STREAM by ASSHTO, Kevin Robertson, Surface Treatment Engineer at the Arizona Department of Transportation, delves into the benefits of Diamond Grinding and Concrete pavements in
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With vehicle miles traveled in Illinois nearly doubling from 52 billion in 1970 to 103 billion in 2023, the need for efficient and durable pavement designs has become crucial, writes
Designing Economical, High-Performing Roadways for Illinois’ Growing Traffic Read More »
The Summer 2024 edition of the MAP Brief, titled “Sustainable Pavements: CRCP Across Texas,” highlights the growing success of continuously reinforced concrete pavements (CRCP) in the state. Authored by experts
Advancing Sustainable Infrastructure: CRCP’s Success Across Texas Read More »
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The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) along with the National Road Research Alliance, has launched a pioneering study to explore alternative concrete paving mixtures aimed at reducing the global warming
MnDOT Investigates Low GWP Concrete for Sustainable Paving Read More »
The Directorate of Public Works (DPW), in collaboration with the Cement Council of Texas (CCT), hosted the Roller-Compacted Concrete (RCC) Engineer Learning Professional Development Symposium on June 23, 2024. The
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