Concrete pavements, touted for their durability, are not immune to challenges like temperature-induced expansion, contraction, and material deviations. To combat these issues, preventative maintenance plays a pivotal role. A recent […]
Concrete Pavement Maintenance Crucial for Longevity, Safety, and Cost-Efficiency Read More »
Transportation agencies nationwide are increasingly focused on understanding and mitigating the environmental impact of pavement materials, particularly carbon emissions. To aid in this effort, the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center
CP Tech Center Releases Guide to Reduce Carbon Emissions in Concrete Production Read More »
In a stride towards sustainable winter maintenance, researchers have engineered a remarkable solution: self-heating concrete capable of autonomously melting snow and ice for extended periods writes Paul McClure for New
Self-Heating Concrete Innovates Winter Maintenance Practices Read More »
The concrete fibers market is experiencing a remarkable surge, projected to surpass a valuation of $4.51 billion by 2032, fueled by a convergence of factors driving innovation and demand writes
Luc Rens, Managing Director of EUPAVE (the European Concrete Paving Association) and longtime member and board member of ISCP, highlights the imperative of sustainable construction in the face of global
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With the World of Concrete event marking its 50th anniversary and now in the rearview, the concrete industry is poised for an eventful 2024, writes Eva Milberg for Smart Brief.
Key Trends Shaping the Concrete Industry in 2024: What to Watch Read More »
The decline of coal-fired power plants has sparked concerns about the dwindling supply of fly ash, a crucial component in producing environmentally friendly cement. However, companies like Eco Material Technologies
Re-Engineering Fly Ash for Green Cement: Revolutionizing Construction Materials Read More »
In a recent alert issued by the New South Wales (NSW) government’s transport department, concerns have been raised regarding the environmental impact of macro synthetic fibers used in shotcrete and
South Africa’s Water Research Commission published guidelines for Interlocking Concrete Pavement developed by Neil Armitage & Motlatsi Monyake from the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Cape Town.
In an era where infrastructure spending is heavily scrutinized, a call for increased competition in pavement construction arises as a potential solution. Concrete, once the primary paving material during the
Embracing Competition in Pavement Construction: A Path to Cost Reduction Read More »
In a bid to combat climate change, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has introduced a performance measure aimed at tracking greenhouse gas emissions associated with transportation. This initiative, spurred by
Paving the Green Path: Transforming Roads for a Sustainable Tomorrow Read More »
In a groundbreaking approach to modernize roadside rest areas (SRRAs), the John “Chuck” Erreca Rest Area Replacement Project on Interstate 5 in California is making waves with its emphasis on
In a groundbreaking collaboration, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), Purdue University, and German startup Magment GmbH are set to revolutionize electric vehicle charging with the creation of the world’s
In a groundbreaking endeavor to address infrastructure challenges, engineers are leveraging artificial intelligence (A.I.) to redefine the way concrete is used in construction, writes Colbi Edmonds for the New York
Pioneering A.I. Innovations Revolutionize Concrete Construction in Pennsylvania Read More »
In a groundbreaking examination of a century-old concrete sample, provided by Dr. Le Pham, a key contributor to the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s concrete research project, researchers have uncovered intriguing details
Composition and Characteristics of 100-Year-Old Concrete Read More »
Concrete roads have long been a cornerstone of England’s strategic road network, having served the UK faithfully since the 1960s and 1970s. However, as these miles of concrete pavement approach
Paving the Way: UK National Highways’ Digital Transformation for Concrete Pavement Read More »
The ambitious Oyón-Ambo Highway project in Peru is making headlines not only for its groundbreaking construction in a mountainous region but also for its strategic use of concrete writes Paula
Peru’s Oyón-Ambo Highway Overcomes Challenges with Innovative Concrete Construction Read More »
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, USA have recommended the use of concrete pavements for new and rehabilitation of cities sidewalks citing that, “Concrete, for example, is
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Researchers in the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, Chennai, India developed a method to use solar thermal energy to recycle concrete waste from construction and demolition sites. As reported
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Click to download PDF A new infographic titled “Cradle-to-Grave/Rock-to-Rock!” highlights the sustainable benefits of concrete pavement. This one-page flyer (seen here) includes bullet points on:• Durability• Resilience• Heat island• Lighting•
