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AsphaltPro is a magazine serving the asphalt industry with a regular rotation of high-quality content integral to running a successful asphalt plant or paving operation. Published 11 times each year, AsphaltPro delivers the information you need to improve safety, efficiency and performance. Whether that’s information on upcoming legislation, training opportunities, ideas and best practices from in

dustry experts, the latest technology, and the newest equipment, AsphaltPro has you and your crew covered.

Have you incorporated 3D modeling or machine control in your paving projects? What’s been your experience with it? 👇Buck...
10/06/2025

Have you incorporated 3D modeling or machine control in your paving projects? What’s been your experience with it? 👇

Buck Brothers Asphalt Paving & Concrete is redefining paving precision in Northwest Ohio by adopting Trimble technology to streamline workflows and improve outcomes. What used to be a "guess‑and‑check" approach—running stone through an old paver to achieve grade—is now handled through surveying, modeling, and machine control.

They use tools like the Trimble SPS930 Universal Total Station, Roadworks 3D and 2D platforms, and Trimble Business Center to model surfaces that account for curbs, drainage, and transitions. The result? Prep time is cut in half, accuracy reaches 1/16‑inch tolerances, and customers get durable surfaces that drain correctly without rework. Training team members in the new workflow ensures that the gains stick. Efficiency, material savings, and customer confidence have all materialized from this tech investment.

Read the full article to see how Buck Brothers made the transition work: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/buck-brothers-trimble-technology-paving/ |

What if certification in asphalt QC/QA came at no cost? Women of Asphalt CO just made that real.In Colorado, the Women o...
10/03/2025

What if certification in asphalt QC/QA came at no cost? Women of Asphalt CO just made that real.

In Colorado, the Women of Asphalt branch has built more than just camaraderie—they’ve built opportunity. Their training academy offers full‑day sessions, free to attendees, covering key asphalt industry skills from QC/QA and mix design to lab certification and emerging technologies.

The curriculum combines classroom and field experience, including asphalt plant tours and hands‑on lab work, so participants not only gain theory but see asphalt production in action. Thanks to community fundraising and sponsorships like their annual golf tournament, certifications like LabCAT Level A and Inspector level are offered at no cost. The program brings practical knowledge, network building, and confidence—especially for women entering or advancing in the field. As they plan to expand to new regions and include leadership training, the impact seems set to grow.

Read the full article for session dates, certification details, and how WofA CO is making training accessible: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/women-of-asphalt-colorado-training-academy/ | Women of Asphalt Colorado

“In a fourth-grade assignment that asked, ‘What I want to be when I grow up,’ I wrote, ‘build roads’,” said Brandon Brev...
10/03/2025

“In a fourth-grade assignment that asked, ‘What I want to be when I grow up,’ I wrote, ‘build roads’,” said Brandon Brever, Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association’s new Director of Engineering & Technology. “While I may not be the one building them today, it’s an honor to contribute to the decisions that make it happen.”

Brandon brings to Colorado a strong background in asphalt pavement engineering, most recently serving as the Director of Technical Services at the Minnesota Asphalt Pavement Association.

Congratulations, Brandon! Read the full article: https://theasphaltpro.com/brandon-brever-colorado-asphalt/

Check out this asphalt plant near Green Bay, Wisconsin, circa June 1951!What’s the oldest asphalt plant you know that’s ...
10/02/2025

Check out this asphalt plant near Green Bay, Wisconsin, circa June 1951!

What’s the oldest asphalt plant you know that’s still running? Yeah, we know, there’ll be plenty of parts that are new and probably a number of new investments…but we’re talking about the bones! Share your thoughts in the comments 👇

📸: U.S. National Archives

Show what you know! What’s one maintenance task you must do EVERY winter?Even when the paving season ends, your work doe...
10/02/2025

Show what you know! What’s one maintenance task you must do EVERY winter?

Even when the paving season ends, your work doesn’t end! Performing off‑season maintenance on asphalt plants protects against costly breakdowns and ensures reliable, efficient performance when operations resume. Inspections of drum shells, flighting, bearings, burner systems, and electrical controls help catch wear or corrosion before it becomes catastrophic.

Checking baghouse filters, ductwork, and dust collection prevents safety hazards and energy losses. Inspecting conveyor systems, silos, and AC lines safeguards structural integrity and flow. Doing test runs of burners and verifying control systems now means fewer surprises in spring. Prioritize precision over assumptions—especially as experienced personnel retire, newer staff must be guided in what to look for. When small issues are attended during winter, the plant runs smoother, safer, and more profitably later.

Tell us: which winter inspection has saved your plant from downtime in past seasons? Share your experience below. Read the article for expert advice: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/asphalt-plant-winter-maintenance/ |

When do you know your asphalt mix is overheating rather than under‑coated? Understanding the balance between temperature...
10/01/2025

When do you know your asphalt mix is overheating rather than under‑coated? Understanding the balance between temperature and retention time might change your output.

Understanding asphalt dwell time isn’t just a theoretical exercise—it’s key to producing high‑quality hot‑mix asphalt with consistency, efficiency, and reduced waste. Longer retention of aggregates and RAP in a properly designed dryer drum allows for better heat transfer, both external and internal moisture removal, more uniform coating, and better activation of aged binders.

But dwell time alone isn’t enough—temperature control, flight design, drum slope and speed, and proper burner configuration all play critical roles. Over‑heating burns binder; under‑drying or short time through the system can leave moisture or insufficient coating. Operators who monitor stack and exit gas temperatures, use VFDs to adjust drum speed, and pay attention to live load and flight wear often see gains in consistency, fuel use, and final pavement performance.

Share in the comments one change your plant made recently (flight design, drum speed, or burner tuning) that improved mix quality. Want more detailed tips? Read the full article: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/asphalt-dwell-time-temperature-quality/ |

As the 2025 paving season hits its stride and contractors prep for the fall push, equipment manufacturers are stepping u...
09/30/2025

As the 2025 paving season hits its stride and contractors prep for the fall push, equipment manufacturers are stepping up with innovations aimed at maximizing uptime, safety, and operational flexibility.

In our September issue, we take a closer look at recent developments across the equipment and production spectrum—from dealer expansions and next-gen wheel loaders to mobile mix plants and specialty bitumen storage: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/from-crushers-to-containers-innovations-for-2025/

From bio-based binders to multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects, these four leaders are shaping transportation’s ...
09/30/2025

From bio-based binders to multi-billion-dollar infrastructure projects, these four leaders are shaping transportation’s future.

The American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Foundation honored four women with its Women Leaders in Transportation Awards, celebrating their leadership across engineering, academia, and state agencies.

Texas A&M’s Dr. Amy Epps Martin and Arizona State’s Dr. Elham Fini are advancing asphalt technologies with groundbreaking research and mentoring the next generation of civil engineers. Industry leaders Michelle Dippel and Catherine McGhee are transforming transportation agencies and infrastructure projects with innovative approaches and strong leadership.

Their work highlights practical strategies for advancing innovation, elevating women leaders, and building sustainable materials that asphalt pros can apply to improve efficiency and long-term results.

Check out the full story for more on these inspiring award winners: https://theasphaltpro.com/artba-women-leaders-in-transportation-awards/ |

What if you could slash manpower, equipment clutter, and coordination headaches for patching projects — with just one ma...
09/25/2025

What if you could slash manpower, equipment clutter, and coordination headaches for patching projects — with just one machine and a lean crew?

That’s what All Roads did when they won the bid to repair 1800 backlogged utility cut patches throughout Vancouver--they bought the all-in-one JCB Pothole Pro. Rather than deploying a milling machine, skid steer, and excavator at every location, they’re now doing it all with one compact, multi-tool machine. Here’s what this decision meant for their crew:

✅ Fewer machines
✅ Smaller crew
✅ Less space, less complexity
✅ Higher productivity (they’ve gone from 4 patches/day to ~14)
✅ Safer sites, easier traffic control

This isn’t just about a cool piece of equipment — it’s a case study in rethinking workflows using the latest and greatest available equipment: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/jcb-pothole-pro-utility-cut-repairs/

Show what you know on this ! Why might you drop a shovel full of mix on the mat? What might you be fixing? And how coul...
09/25/2025

Show what you know on this ! Why might you drop a shovel full of mix on the mat? What might you be fixing? And how could you avoid this? And why would you WANT to avoid it?

📸: Staff Sergeant William Brown drops a shovel full of mix into a thin spot in the mat as this 202 Red Horse Civil Engineer Squadron reserve unit paves at Cannon Air Force Base in New Mexico in May 2001. SSGT Jim Maloney, USAF, pilots the Ingersoll Rand 650P Crawler Asphalt Paver. Source: U.S. National Archives

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