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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.

Sweeping just before rainfall can prevent pollutants like oil and debris from washing into storm drains. This new guide ...
12/10/2025

Sweeping just before rainfall can prevent pollutants like oil and debris from washing into storm drains. This new guide from Elgin Sweeper Company breaks down smart timing strategies, pavement compatibility, and equipment selection across wet, dry, cold, and urban zones.

Pros will find tips tailored to maximize sweeper performance no matter the season—or setting.

Get the full guide here: https://www.cfmediaview.com/forms/formdisplay.aspx?d=E4B10AB6-3363-46C8-A755-34BA3F8DE8CA&frmID=be8fb360-8da4-4f33-af20-f0678441908b&k=WP202512 |

Is your asphalt lab ready for the TCE sunset? Here’s your roadmap.With the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s rulin...
12/10/2025

Is your asphalt lab ready for the TCE sunset? Here’s your roadmap.

With the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s ruling to phase‑out trichloroethylene (TCE) in asphalt testing, labs now face a 5‑year or 10‑year timeline depending on system type. Whether dealing with solvent‑based extraction or binder solubility tests, operators must update their processes, validate new solvents (like toluene, PCE or DCM) or shift to solvent‑free methods.

Critical steps include implementing a Workplace Chemical Protection Program (WCPP), documenting solvent use, and staying ahead of state DOT mandates. Labs that act early can minimize disruptions and ensure compliance through this transition.

Does your lab already have an alternative procedure in place for TCE phase‑out? Share in the comments, and read the full article to find actionable next steps: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/asphalt-lab-tce-transition/ |

12/09/2025

Can your plant boost production by 15% without increasing emissions?

All Roads Construction’s upgraded asphalt plant didn’t just expand—it got cleaner. Despite a 70% jump in storage and a record-breaking 400,000+ tons of mix produced in 2025, the plant maintained its exceptional emissions record. With particulate levels well below regulations and an open commitment to transparency, All Roads proves high output and environmental leadership can go hand-in-hand.

How is your plant managing clean-air performance during growth? Share your approach and check out how All Roads does it: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/all-roads-asphalt-plant-expansion/

What do Smartapp, Trimble, Kojo and Stack have in common this year? ABC just named them among the 15 top tech firms to h...
12/09/2025

What do Smartapp, Trimble, Kojo and Stack have in common this year? ABC just named them among the 15 top tech firms to help contractors digitize smarter.

The Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) announced its 2025–2026 Tech Alliance cohort—15 companies helping contractors embrace smarter, safer digital construction tools. From workforce management and billing software to cybersecurity and site analytics, these firms support ABC members across 67 chapters.

Each Tech Alliance partner helps members beta test tools, attend educational events, and access discounts via the ABC Tech Marketplace. It’s a key step in helping small and midsize contractors find practical, proven technology solutions without the guesswork.

Whether you're exploring project management software or AI-supported compliance tools, this alliance connects you to top providers in the construction tech space.

Which tech tool helped your crew work smarter this year? Comment below and read the full article to see which companies made ABC’s 2025 list: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/abc-tech-alliance-2025/ |

ASU researchers are testing tech that spots cold spots—before they become a spec problem.They’ve developed a UAV-assiste...
12/05/2025

ASU researchers are testing tech that spots cold spots—before they become a spec problem.

They’ve developed a UAV-assisted system that tracks thermal segregation and compaction effort in near real-time—helping crews respond before problems become permanent. Their prototype combines drone-based thermal imaging with roller tracking to flag cold spots, missed passes, and generate automated QC reports.

Now, they NEED YOUR HELP. If you’re a contractor, superintendent, or field tech, your feedback can help make this tool more practical for paving pros like you.

Share your opinion in this quick ASU survey—and help shape the tools you might use tomorrow: https://asu.questionpro.com/2025-UAV-Survey

What if your load‑out gates wouldn’t open until the truck is perfectly positioned? At Hall Contracting’s Kentucky plant,...
12/05/2025

What if your load‑out gates wouldn’t open until the truck is perfectly positioned? At Hall Contracting’s Kentucky plant, the installation of the Look, Lock ’n Load system from Stansteel and Hotmix Parts & Service has dramatically improved safety and reliability at load‑out.

The AI‑powered system uses computer vision to detect an incoming truck’s cab and bed and locks out silo gates until proper alignment is verified. The result: zero hood hits and zero spills throughout the season, dramatically reducing operator stress and risk. Operators can now focus on other tasks, confident that the system is watching their back. For asphalt producers seeking smarter load‑out controls, this implementation represents a significant step toward safer, more efficient operations.

Have you upgraded your load‑out process to reduce risk? Leave a comment with your experience—and read the full article to see how this AI‑based system is working at scale: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/loadout-control-system-asphalt-plant/ |

What do you think of this setup atop this asphalt plant in Wilson, North Carolina, circa May 1950? How does it compare t...
12/04/2025

What do you think of this setup atop this asphalt plant in Wilson, North Carolina, circa May 1950? How does it compare to your seat in the control house today?!

📸: U.S. National Archives, TW Kines

High winds, high altitude and dense asphalt mix: this military runway rehab faced it all.At nearly 6,000 ft altitude bet...
12/04/2025

High winds, high altitude and dense asphalt mix: this military runway rehab faced it all.

At nearly 6,000 ft altitude between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on Hawaii’s Big Island, the rehabilitation of the asphalt runway at Bradshaw Army Airfield pushed paving teams to master volcanic aggregates, extended haul distances and challenging wind‑tunnel conditions.

The project team replaced heavily cracked outer lanes, milled to subgrade, re‑designed HMA to manage high binder absorption, relocated production plants, and managed mix quality despite a one‑hour haul and wind‑cooled mat.

The result: a smooth, dense runway meeting U.S. Army specs and ready for mission‑critical use. The work highlights how advanced mix design, logistics planning and quality control combine to overcome unique site constraints.

What are the most extreme paving conditions you’ve ever faced? Leave a comment below and read the full article to see how this team handled it: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/bradshaw-army-airfield-runway-rehabilitation/ |

12/03/2025

What do you DEFINE as waste at your asphalt plant? Share your thoughts in the comments…

Regardless of your definition, waste material doesn't just disappear—it takes time, fuel, and dollars with it.

At the plant, waste includes mix from start-up, over-orders, spec failures, and more. Every pound costs money, so it pays to define what counts as “waste” and to measure it consistently.

That’s the topic of our next Toolbox Tip email. Subscribe now to get the full tip next week: https://theasphaltpro.com/upgrade-daily-toolbox-talks/

📸: Myrl & Roy’s Harrisburg Plant Sets the Standard for Sustainable, Smart Growth

Ever seen a paver safety cage designed by the operators who needed it? What happens when a haul truck driver builds his ...
12/03/2025

Ever seen a paver safety cage designed by the operators who needed it? What happens when a haul truck driver builds his own remote dump switch? These crew-built mods are changing how pros handle safety and handwork.

This article goes beyond standard equipment upgrades to spotlight solutions built by the crews who use them! N.B. West Contracting fabricated a patent-pending safety cage to protect paver operators when their seats move outside OEM guard zones—earning them a national award. In Colorado, haul truck driver Dwight Michael installed a protected hydraulic control box and bed camera so he could safely and efficiently assist hand crews without exiting the safe zone.

The piece also highlights clever paver-mounted storage boxes and visibility add-ons that reduce clutter and improve shift productivity. These aren't aftermarket kits—they're built by the people in the field who know what really works.

Has your company built any custom solutions to jobsite problems? Share your story in the comments, and read the full article to see how others are rethinking equipment: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/crew-built-paving-equipment-upgrades/ |

What’s the key to a 92.7% compaction rate with 40% RAP? Find out in this CRH case study.Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH...
12/02/2025

What’s the key to a 92.7% compaction rate with 40% RAP? Find out in this CRH case study.

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, resurfaced a high-traffic stretch of Dale Mabry Highway without disrupting airport or stadium traffic—and walked away with Florida’s Smoothest Pavement Award. Using up to 40% RAP and polymer-modified mixes, the team maintained high density results and environmental performance.

Smart compaction via oscillating rollers helped protect underground utilities and local wildlife while keeping operations quiet. CRH also leveraged AI and robotics, such as Spot the robodog, to inspect plants and identify issues proactively—boosting safety and uptime.

From recycled content to award-winning smoothness, this project shows how circularity and performance go hand in hand: https://theasphaltpro.com/articles/crh-mabry-highway-project/ |

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