Asphalt Contractor

Don’t Rely on Engine Oil Myths

While there is an abundance of information on best oil selection and maintenance practices, common myths still plague the construction industry.

It’s okay to switch between oil brands and even between synthetic and conventional petroleum-based oil during changes as long as the oil meets required manufacturer specifications.

Raceway Expansion Comes Full Circle

Third generation run Wolf Paving reconstructs and repaves Badger Kart Raceway 60 years after their grandfather built the original track

The asphalt mix design was special to help prevent the asphalt from tearing or raveling due to the strong friction and heat generated from the tires on the racing carts. 255 tons of asphalt binder and 255 tons of asphalt surface was used.

Quality Control

Dodge Data, Dexter + Chaney Partner to Streamline Construction Bid Management

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Dexter + Chaney becomes strategic reseller of Dodge PlanRoom 2017, a secure service for contractors and subcontractors to connect, share project information and manage bidding

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[VIDEO] Volvo Excavators Breathe Life Back Into the Chesapeake Bay

Maryland Environmental Service is using a Volvo EC300E amphibious excavator to restore Poplar Island, a sinking natural habitat in the Chesapeake Bay.

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[VIDEO] Takeuchi TL12R2 Compact Track Loader Walkaround

A brief introduction to Takeuchi's radial boom design track loader, the TL12R2.

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[VIDEO] OSHA’s National Safety Stand-Down

Plan ahead to get the job done safely, provide the right equipment and train all workers to prevent fatal falls.

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OSHA, Clark Construction Kick Off Safety Stand-Down

May 1 event marks week-long effort to prevent falls in construction

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20,000-hour Warranty for 944K Hybrid Loader Components

Warranty is retroactive to existing machines in the field and provided on new 944K models through October 31, 2018

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Quality Control

4 Construction Equipment Challenges New Telematics Systems Solve

New telematics solutions house all of a contractor's equipment data -- across many brands -- in one central location to streamline regular processes and make sound maintenance and management decisions

Halifax Paving Reconstructs Road After Hurricane Damage

Time is of the essence after Matthew destroyed a stretch of A1A in Flagler County, FL, last fall

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137-ft. Super Girders Used to Replace Washington’s Miles Creston Bridge

58 in. tall prestressed girders precast with 49-in.-wide top flanges maximize span length, minimize the number of girders and allow clearance above the river for a 100-year flood

136.8-ft.-long prestressed concrete super girders for the new Miles Creston Bridge in Lincoln County, Wash., are 58 in. tall with 49-in.-wide top flanges to maximize span length, minimize the number of girders and allow clearance above the river for a 100-year flood.

Trump Tax Reform Plan Likely Won't Fund Infrastructure

The administration released a sweeping tax plan on Wednesday that does not include money to rebuild U.S. roads, bridges, airports or other public works.

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