A new study published in the International Journal of Pavement Engineering explores the potential of a specialized type of concrete to mitigate the urban heat island (UHI) effect. The research,
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Aalborg Portland Malaysia—part of Cementir Group—has introduced CEM II/A‑LL 52.5N, a low‑carbon white cement in its D‑Carb product line. This new offering delivers approximately 12% lower CO₂ emissions than the traditional Aalborg
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As the construction industry continues to drive economic growth, its contribution to environmental degradation through waste generation and carbon emissions remains significant. One of the primary culprits is the cement
Construction Waste: A Sustainable Boost for Cement and Concrete Production Read More »
In a groundbreaking decade-long research project, the International Grooving & Grinding Association (IGGA) has demonstrated the remarkable longevity and effectiveness of diamond-ground on pavements. This research, conducted in three states,
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The TRB National Cooperative Highway Research Program’s NCHRP Research Report 1007: Evaluation of Bonded Concrete Overlays on Asphalt Pavements documents BCOA practices through a literature review and agency survey; documents performance through
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By Lane Martin, Ingram Concrete-a US Concrete Company; Frank Corzine, Central Concrete Supply-a US Concrete Company; and Kayl Anderson, GCP Applied Technologies Since 1930, National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA)
Les White, Paving & Infrastructure Engineer-CEMEX, along with CEMEX, created six documents on “Suggestions On Specifying Concrete Pavements”. The International Society for Concrete Pavements (ISCP) will feature one to three
Project Manager: Steven Tritsch, Associate Director-Concrete Pavement Technology Center, Iowa State University (CP Tech Center, ISU)Authors: David White, Peter Taylor, Pavana Vennapusa, Tom Cackler, and Yifeng Ling Since 2008, around
Geotextiles for Unbonded Concrete Overlays Read More »
LinkedIn Post and Discussion, March, 2022:Jeb Tingle, Senior Scientific Technical Manager (SSTM)-U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center #adr #erdc SUMMARYPROCESS: Repairs were conducted by Army troops under contingency operating
Maybe not? … Harvested fly ash, previously disposed of as waste, has been demonstrated to match the chemical and physical properties of freshly produced fly ash, i.e. Harvested fly ash
Can You Decipher Which SCM Pic is Harvested vs. Freshly Produced Fly Ash? Read More »
The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA)course “Improving Concrete Quality“ Online course with live 3-hour Zoom sessions over 3 days:DAY 1: Tuesday, April 19, 2022:11:00 am – 12:30 pm |
The National Concrete Pavement Technology Center (CP Tech Center) release quarterly “Moving Advancements into Practice” (MAP) Briefs to promote ‘Best practices and promising technologies that can be used now to
September is “National Preparedness Month”!Each year, the EPA encourages and reminds us to be prepared for disasters or emergencies in our homes, businesses, and communities. According to a National Academy of Sciences
Click to go to PDF ofNC² MAP Brief Summer 2021 The NC² E-News, originally the quarterly newsletter of the former “CP Road MAP program”, overviews new developments in concrete pavement research and
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As the world tackles climate change, it faces a seemingly intractable problem. Mitigating climate-disaster will require more resilient construction—and yet the building sector already comprises nearly 40% of global emissions. The
Click to download 3-page NOTE 003 (PDF) The Australian Society for Concrete Pavements (ASCP) National Executive spent considerable time developing the third of its industry briefing notes – Pavement Note 003
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Nonwoven Geotextile Interlayers in Concrete Pavements Improve Pavement Performance while Reducing Costs: Improving Pavement in America Pavement engineers are constantly seeking out proven innovative concepts with the potential to improve
ASCP EXECUTIVE SECRETARY SOUGHT: Expressions of interest (EOIs) are sought for the part-time role of ASCP Executive Secretary by February 14, 2021. The role of the Executive Secretary generally encompasses
ASCP: Seeking Executive Secretary by Feb 14; 2021 Strategy; & 2021 eConference Read More »
The performance-engineered-mixtures (PEM) approach to concrete design is increasing traction around the country and one beloved benefit is the greater pavement durability at lower cost! To justify the cost of
4 One-Page PEM Test Guidance Flyers NOW AVAILABLE! Read More »
The Greenroads® Rating System is a system used to measure and manage sustainability on transportation projects. The rating system and all Greenroads programs are administered by Greenroads International. The team’s
Greenroads® Rating System’s New Version 3 Addresses Environmental Impacts Read More »
