Thu May 25, 2017
Case Announces Tier IV Final Large-Frame Combination Vibratory Rollers
Case Construction Equipment introduces two new combination vibratory rollers—the DV209CD and DV210CD. The new vibratory rollers compact with the front drum and deliver a smooth finish with rear pneumatic tires....
Tue May 23, 2017
Winners of Perpetual Pavement Awards Named
Ten departments of transportation were named winners of the 2016 Perpetual Pavement Award by Asphalt Pavement Association (APA). The award celebrates long-life asphalt pavements that reflect the characteristics of a Perpetual Pavement design....
Thu May 18, 2017
ADOT's Use of Rubberized Asphalt Gives New Life to Recycled Tires
The rubberized asphalt used by the Arizona Department of Transportation on many highway paving projects not only creates a smooth ride for drivers, it also provides a second life for the rubber from thousands of old, worn tires that might otherwise be dumped in landfills....
Wed May 17, 2017
Wirtgen Small Milling Machines Operate Uniformly
The new generation of Wirtgen small milling machines — with the W 35 Ri as the smallest member, the 20-in. (50 cm) W 50 Ri and W 60 Ri, and the 3 ft. 3 in. (1.0 m) W 100 Ri and W 120 Ri machines — have a uniform operating concept centered on the ergonomically designed multifunctional armrest....
Mon May 01, 2017
Recycled Plastic Adds to Road Durability
A Scotland-based company called MacRebur has come up with a way to create roads that are made of recycled plastic, and are stronger and longer-lasting than normal asphalt-based roads. The roads are made with a material that MacRebur calls MR6....
Wed April 19, 2017
New VöGELE Super 2000-3i is 10-ft. Tracked Paver
The new Super 2000-3i asphalt paver from VöGEEL – introduced to North America at World of Asphalt 2016 – refines the productive features of its predecessor Vision paver and elevates asphalt paving to a new level of performance....
Wed April 19, 2017
Atlas Copco Introduces Its Generation VI Asphalt Rollers
Atlas Copco has introduced its Generation VI rollers — the CC4200VI, CC5200VI and CC6200VI. The new articulated tandem rollers feature temperature sensors on the front and rear rollers so operators can better manage temperature drop while compacting....
Mon April 10, 2017
Bomag BW 211 DH-5 Single Drum Roller Features Dual Pump Drive
Known for its power and production on heavy earthworks compaction projects such as landfill cell construction, roadwork and dams, the Bomag BW 211 DH-5 single drum vibratory boasts a dual pump drive system, allowing the roller to climb grades as steep as 60 percent....
Thu April 06, 2017
Asphalt Pavement Alliance Announces Winnders of 2016 Perpetual Pavement Awards
Ten departments of transportation were named winners of the 2016 Perpetual Pavement Award by Asphalt Pavement Association (APA). The award celebrates long-life asphalt pavements that reflect the characteristics of a Perpetual Pavement design....
Wed April 05, 2017
Terex Bid-Well Partners with Terex Materials Processing Systems (MPS) to Expand and Enhance Global Sales and Support Footprint
Now part of Terex Materials Processing Systems (Terex MPS), Terex Bid-Well announces a strategic alliance with Terex MPS sales and support to grow its equipment sales and service beyond the U.S. market....